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My Top Albums of 2009
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(500) Days Of Summer-Music From The Motion Picture(500) Days Of Summer-Music From The Motion Picture by Soundtrack
Buy new: $10.63 / Used from: $6.30
Chock full of hits from The Smiths, Doves, Feist, Simon & Garfunkel, Wolfmother, The Temper Trap, She & Him, and Hall & Oates, just to name a few, this soundtrack perfectly accompanies one of the best movies of the year. Favorite track: “Us” (Regina Spektor).
Bible BeltBible Belt by Diane Birch
Buy new: $9.51 / Used from: $3.54
The true Carole King of the new generation! So great in so many ways, Birch brings back great piano songwriting. Favorite track: Rewind.
Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux KingBig Whiskey and the GrooGrux King by Dave Matthews Band
Buy new: $13.99 / Used from: $3.30
Best album from this band since "Crash"! Finally, after their past two questionable albums, we find a release that harkens back to their early days all the while touching upon that new sound that they’ve been working to perfect since Everyday. Favorite track: Why I Am.
The Hazards of LoveThe Hazards of Love by The Decemberists
Buy new: $12.82 / Used from: $6.00
Probably one of the BEST concept albums EVER! This folk rock opera of Grimm Fairy Tale proportions tells the love story of shape-shifter William who falls in love w/ a woman named Margaret. They must overcome William’s jealous forest queen mother, a man (rake) w/ murderous tendencies & a raging river. It’s a great story & makes for great music. Favorite track: The Hazards of Love II (Wager All).
LungsLungs by Florence + the Machine
Buy new: $10.00 / Used from: $5.98
Sounds like a mix of Natalie Merchant and Fiona Apple with just a touch of Kate Bush and Sarah McLachlan. Favorite track: Kiss With A Fist.
Lost: Season 4 (Original Television Soundtrack)Lost: Season 4 (Original Television Soundtrack)
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $13.97
Not as touching as the season 3 score, but just as poignant. You don’t even have to be a fan of the show to appreciate the masterful use of strings in this soundtrack. Giacchino keeps getting robbed each year he doesn’t win an Emmy. Favorite track: There’s No Place Like Home.
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By Michael Giacchino. The best soundtrack/score of the year is, unfortunately, only available as a MP3 download. But it’s SOOOO worth it. Both Pixar and Giacchino exceed all greatness with this score! A great score to go with my favorite Pixar movie so far! Favorite track: Married Life.
Glee: The Music, Volume 1Glee: The Music, Volume 1 by Glee Cast
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $3.45
Some may say this is a guilty pleasure but I say there’s nothing to feel guilty about liking this show and its soundtrack that have all the greatness of unknown talent. With famous songs set to a “musical”-type setting, how could you go wrong? Favorite tracks: “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Keep Holding On."
Glee: The Music, Volume 2Glee: The Music, Volume 2 by Glee Cast
Buy new: $9.75 / Used from: $3.97
Some may say this is a guilty pleasure but I say there’s nothing to feel guilty about liking this show and its soundtrack that have all the greatness of unknown talent. With famous songs set to a “musical”-type setting, how could you go wrong? Favorite track: "Imagine," "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," and "My Life Would Suck Without You".
The WreckageThe Wreckage by Will Hoge
Buy new: $13.99 / Used from: $7.93
He’s been around a while. And if you haven’t had the pleasure of listening to him yet, you should do yourself a favor and give him a try for some pure, unadulterated rock. The songs on this album were written shortly after Hoge had gotten in a serious traffic accident, hence the title of the album. Favorite track: Goodnight/Goodbye.
Let the Truth Be ToldLet the Truth Be Told by Laura Izibor
Buy new: $11.29 / Used from: $2.55
Izibor takes R&B and throws in some classic soul to make an astounding debut album from this Irish songstress. Favorite track: Shine.
The Element of FreedomThe Element of Freedom by Alicia Keys
Buy new: $11.99 / Used from: $3.98
Not as great as As I Am, but still good! Each album of Keys’ grows more into poetry (not a bad thing!) and what’s even better is that she writes great music. Favorite track: Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart.
FantasiesFantasies by Metric
Buy new: $9.79 / Used from: $5.50
This Canadian rock band does well with a female lead singer that can wail with the best of them.
The One to ShineThe One to Shine by Nancy Micciulla
Buy new: $13.25 / Used from: $12.00
Great debut album from a singer/songwriter who sounds a bit like Jewel a la her "Pieces of You" album, but Micciulla touches upon many more genres. Favorite track: Wait.
FunhouseFunhouse by Pink
Buy new: $9.23 / Used from: $4.83
I hate to admit it but nearly every song on this album is really good. Favorite track: Sober.
Working on a DreamWorking on a Dream by Bruce Springsteen
Buy new: $6.18 / Used from: $0.78
Not as good as 2007’s Magic album (a GREAT album!), but still essential for any Springsteen fan. Favorite track: My Lucky Day.
Strict Joy (Limited Deluxe Version includes CD, Live CD and DVD)Strict Joy (Limited Deluxe Version includes CD, Live CD and DVD) by The Swell Season
Buy new: $14.90 / Used from: $9.41
The hitmakers behind the soundtrack to "Once" return with this album that focuses on more heartbreak & love songs. I heard the true-life couple broke up during the making of this album & it shows in the lyrics. I was so lucky to see them perform live! Favorite track: Feeling the Pull.
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