I've let my CD collection slip over the last couple of years, but this year I re-dedicated myself to staying atop of the music scene. I'm almost an entirely rock-n-roll and Alternative guy, but I delve a little into the blues as well. So, without further ado, here are my top 5 CD's for 2008.
5. Blitzen Trapper: Furr: I just picked this one up the other week, but it's really a good listen. It probably borders on Christian rock, but I really like the bluesy melancholy sound mixed in with some electric guitars and solid lyrics. I play it in the office and get some odd looks, but put the title track on your IPod for a week and try not buying the CD.
4. Weezer: Red Album. I'm not sure why this CD didn't get more hype, but it is a very solid Weezer CD. Now I can understand not liking Weezer since their lyrics are a little childish and they don't have much in the way of range. But if you like fun music that you turn up while driving down the highway, then you like Weezer. This CD fits that mold and will help you push through any gym session.
3. Ryan Adams and the Cardinals: Cardinalogy. Ok, I admit it, this is a county CD. Not like Shania Twain country, but like Johnny Cash country. I honestly couldn't pick Ryan Adams out of a lineup, but he consistently puts out CD's that are well written and well produced. This guy is either living a life that is 100 times more interesting than mine or is taking a substantial amount of drugs because he writes more good music than anyone since Bruce Springsteen in the early Eighties.
2. Kings of Leon: Only by the Night. If you don't own KOL first two CD's, you are a dork. Period. They are everything that most people hoped the Killers would be; cool rock studs! This isn't as good as their first two, but they know what works and are anything but full of themselves. If you have your doubts, listen to Closer. It sounds like serious rock and roll.
1. Bon Iver: For Emma, Forever Ago. Without a doubt, the CD I listened to the most often. I first heard Skinny Love on All Songs Considered. I immediately downloaded the CD and listened to it over and over again. If I watched the first 8 months of my daughter's life on video, this CD would be playing in the back ground. The CD is just terrific. It is loaded with tons of emotions and catchy riffs. Pick up the CD and download the live concert from All Songs Considered.
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