1) Yeasayer - Odd Blood
This album is a gem. Songs like "Ambling Alp" and "O.N.E." really pushed the envelope for the garage-electronic sound in 2010. The sound is so unique, bringing together so many of the positive aspects of modern music. Got to be #1.
“Now the world can be an unfair place at times… But your lows will have their compliment of highs.. And if anyone should cheat you.. Take advantage of or beat you raise your head.. And wear your wounds with pride”
2) The Black Keys – Brothers
I am not sure that these guys get enough credit. Their sound is so throwback, yet so original. Loved the album Brothers. "Everlasting Light," "Tighten Up," and "Next Girl" all got plenty of PT on my computer and iPod this year. Plus I love the singing dinosaur.
"Love is the coal.. that makes this train roll.. let me be, your everlasting light."
3) Matt and Kim – Sidewalks
Awesome. Not a lot else needs to be said about their 3rd album release, Sidewalks. The powerful drums and slick electro sound of Matt and Kim make this album ROCK. Head bobbing and dancing , naturally. “Red Paint,” “Cameras,” “Wires” and “Good for Great” highlight this well rounded and deep album.
“I traced a few lines, misread all the signs, slipped many times... my blood's still red and I'm just fine.. today, leave good for great.. leave sleep for late.. leave good for great.”
4) Vampire Weekend – Contra
Ezra Koenig’s unique voice adds so much to the intelligent lyrics of Vampire Weekend’s Contra. “Horchata,” “Run,” “White Sky,” and “Giving Up the Gun” highlight this solid album
“Your sword's grown old and rusty, burnt beneath the rising sun.. It's locked up like a trophy, forgetting all the things it's done.. And though it's been a long time, you're right back where you started from.. I see it in your eyes that now you’re giving up the gun.”
5) Big Boi - Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty
Just another successful album from the long time Outkast star. This album continues in the tradition of the Dungeon Family, ATLiens fanfare. “The Train Pt 2” is a melodious jam with clever lyrics and a smooth beat. Also love the tracks “Shutterbug,” and “Tangerine ft. TI.”
“Now party people in the club it's time to cut a rug.. and throw the deuce up in the sky just for the shutrerbuggs.. I'm double fistin’ and if you're empty you can grab a cup.. Boy stop, i'm just playing. Let me dap you up.”
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ReplyDeleteMuch to be agreed about with this post. I love the words you used to describe each album and the references to each song. Especially loved your lyric quotes for each album. I would have to say I strongly agree with your top 5, you seem to have a good taste in music. You touched on a variety of genres and I like that. Although, I would add in Girl Talk's November 2010 album to this list if it were my own but that's just me. I'd like to hear a "Top 5 Albums of All Time" from you sometime.
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