American Music Club 'The Golden Age'
A few weak tracks here but many strong ones and it features one of Eitzel's most beautiful songs, the incredibly visual and moving 'Sleeping Beauty'
Beck 'Modern Guilt'
Short and sweet, his most cohesive record to date. An exciting, tremendously alive set of songs.
Fleet Foxes 'Fleet Foxes'
Deserving of all the hype. A delicious mix of country, soul, pop and folk. Gorgeous harmonies and a great Summer record.
Jenny Lewis 'Acid Tongue'
Unfairly slated by some, this is a luxurious, rewarding album to listen to. It is also a lovely recording with plenty of space allowed and each instrument given room to breathe.
Micah P Hinson 'Red Empire..'
A warm and inviting country-noir album that is all the better for Hinson finally sounding happy and content.
Stephen Malkmus and The Jicks 'Real Emotional Trash'
Just about his best since Pavement. A guitar masterclass and some great songs too.
The Dodos 'Visitor'
Sweet ballads, innovative percussion and great songs. This came from nowhere but will stand the test of time.
The Mountain Goats 'Heretic Pride'
An album of horror, monsters, death and fun from John Darnielle. Some of his best 'loud' songs for years. A really consistent album too.
The Sleeping Years 'We're Becoming Islands, One By One'
Quietly beautiful folk/pop songs from ex-Catchers frontman Dale Grundle.
The Twilight Sad 'Here It Never Snowed...'
Atmospheric mini-album with the band playing in a completely different style from their debut LP. Including a stunning Daniel Johnston cover.
Tindersticks 'The Hungry Saw'
Unconcerned with the past, this is a fresh, vibrant piece of music that has formed the centre-piece of the band's shows this year. It has left the band rejuvinated and open to all possibilities for the future. A near-perfect 45 minutes.
Full list soon.
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