2008's Top 100 Albums [20- 16]
Yes...we finally made it to the Top 20 albums of 2008. Since these are (according to our personal taste as always) the the creme de la creme of the year, we though of slowing down and getting a closer look at each entry until we reach the No.1 spot. So let's get this final countdown started...
20. Sun Kil Moon - April
Mark Kozelek (the man behind Sun Kil Moon) is an amazing singer/songwriter. In April he has managed to produce an impressive collection of songs filled with warmth, rhythm and feelings. His voice is so cleansing at moments that can only be compared to legends such as Neil Young and Bonnie Prince Billy. Just take a listen to Heron Blue and all will be clear..
19. Vampire Weekend - Vampire Weekend
Only a few bands have been able to withstand the internet hype during the last couple of years...this is one of those. Weekend Vampire have managed to mix indie rock with surf and ethnic styles producing a unique style. Their debut has managed to bring new life to the New York indie scene and highlights how good and inspiring acts really can shine through (especially in such a bad year). From Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa to Oxford Weekend to A-Punk...even their tracks are so diverse in this debut!
18. Okkervil River - The Stand Ins
Interestingly enough, this year I've listened to more American bands than I would have thought. It seems that rock is coming back home and Okkervil River are one of those bands responsible for this.In Stand Ins, Sheff and Warren have managed to produce a set of tracks combining sweet melodies, indie rock and small anthems. This is just another classic indie rock album which simply said is more than enough for us. "Well we have lost our way, nobody`s gonna say it outright, just go la la la la la"
17. Frightened Rabbit - The Midnight Organ Fight
Last year we had The Twilight Sad..now it's time for their fellow Glasgowers Frightened Rabbit. It seems there's something about Glasgow bands that I just can't resist. Perhaps it's the heavy accent, the bitter melodies or just the dirty smell of alcohol in all their songs. Whatever the case, Frightened Rabbit produced a sophomore album filled with indie rock in the likes of Editors, Arcade Fire and so many other inspiring bands of the recent past.
16. MGMT - Oracular Spectacular
Goldwasser and Wyngarden have managed to get the whole world on the feet with their debut. Combining pop with electronica and psychedelia, they produced some of 2008's (or even 2007's according to some people) biggest hits with tracks like Time to Pretend, Kids and Electric Feel. No other band in 2008 has managed to have so many follower but also so many enemies. Love them or hate them, the definitely deserve a place in the Top 20..
Mark Kozelek (the man behind Sun Kil Moon) is an amazing singer/songwriter. In April he has managed to produce an impressive collection of songs filled with warmth, rhythm and feelings. His voice is so cleansing at moments that can only be compared to legends such as Neil Young and Bonnie Prince Billy. Just take a listen to Heron Blue and all will be clear..19. Vampire Weekend - Vampire Weekend
Only a few bands have been able to withstand the internet hype during the last couple of years...this is one of those. Weekend Vampire have managed to mix indie rock with surf and ethnic styles producing a unique style. Their debut has managed to bring new life to the New York indie scene and highlights how good and inspiring acts really can shine through (especially in such a bad year). From Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa to Oxford Weekend to A-Punk...even their tracks are so diverse in this debut!18. Okkervil River - The Stand Ins
Interestingly enough, this year I've listened to more American bands than I would have thought. It seems that rock is coming back home and Okkervil River are one of those bands responsible for this.In Stand Ins, Sheff and Warren have managed to produce a set of tracks combining sweet melodies, indie rock and small anthems. This is just another classic indie rock album which simply said is more than enough for us. "Well we have lost our way, nobody`s gonna say it outright, just go la la la la la"17. Frightened Rabbit - The Midnight Organ Fight
Last year we had The Twilight Sad..now it's time for their fellow Glasgowers Frightened Rabbit. It seems there's something about Glasgow bands that I just can't resist. Perhaps it's the heavy accent, the bitter melodies or just the dirty smell of alcohol in all their songs. Whatever the case, Frightened Rabbit produced a sophomore album filled with indie rock in the likes of Editors, Arcade Fire and so many other inspiring bands of the recent past.16. MGMT - Oracular Spectacular
Goldwasser and Wyngarden have managed to get the whole world on the feet with their debut. Combining pop with electronica and psychedelia, they produced some of 2008's (or even 2007's according to some people) biggest hits with tracks like Time to Pretend, Kids and Electric Feel. No other band in 2008 has managed to have so many follower but also so many enemies. Love them or hate them, the definitely deserve a place in the Top 20..
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