In figuring out my best of the year, I have decided to just comment on music that was released in 2009. This should be an obvious choice, but MWB isn't just about new music. It is also about discovering new "older" music. Kid Rock released Rock'n'Roll Jesus in 2008 but I didn't get to it till 2009. it was an amazing rock album. This
year I listened to a lot of back catalog from numerous artists, and it was all new to me.
The Decemberists - The Hazards of Love:
Without a doubt this album has had more impact on me than any other this year. This is a grand concept album in the tradition of The Wall, Dark Side of the Moon, and Thick as a Brick. If you are
a fan of any of the last three albums that I have mentioned you need to seek out the Hazards of Love
CD $12.99
Grizzly Bear - Veckatimist:
From the opening refrain of Southern Point, this album had the ability to transport me to other worlds. Some might call this music "Art Rock", but I describe this music as "Pastel Rock".
only $9.99 on CD
Neil Young - Fork In The Road
I am surprised that more hasn't been said about this one. This is one of Neil Young's best. This is a concept album about American's and Neil Young's love affair with cars, This is a concept album about America at the crossroads, this also a really good rock'n'roll album.
Deluxe edition $3 dollars more than the regular edition
Band of Skulls - Baby Darling Doll Face Honey
This is their first album, This band draws from the great heavy blues influenced rock bands of the 70's but already they have their own sound. I have high hopes for this band
only $8.99 on CD
Moby - Wait for Me
I was not a Moby fan prior to this album, but I found myself moved by this textural piece of emotion set to music.
get the deluxe edition for 1 dollar more than the regular edition
So there are my top 5 for 2009
Feel free to share yours by commenting below.
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