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Collin's Best of 2012
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| #25: The Knife / Silent Shout
Coming in at #25 is an album released in 2006! I know these Best Of's are supposed to be actually in this year, but I have decided to do them by what mattered most to ME this year I have listened to most all of The Knife's work, and this one I listened to earlier this year, and deeply enjoyed. It's a great electronic masterpiece, basically. I'm excited to see what they do in 2013
Plays total: 190
Released: 2006
Stand-outs: We Share Our Mothers' Health, Neverland, Still Light, From Off to On |
| #24: Nelly Furtado / The Spirit Indestructible
I'm not a huge Nelly fan, but I decided I should give this album a listen, especially after it abnormally flopped. I discovered some huge bops and found myself sympathizing for Nelly. Though it hasn't been a huge favorite for me this year, it has been memorable for me because I've followed it so closely. Her image and sound this era really gained respect from me, though.
Plays total: 192
Released: 2012
Stand-outs: Play, Parking Lot, Big Hoops (Bigger The Better) |
| #23: Santigold / Master Of My Make-Believe
I hugely anticipated Santi's return to music after her debut. Though I did enjoy this album, it wasn't incredible for me, but still did the trick. She seems to have perfected the image she was striving for with her debut - a successful mixture of electronic and alternative. She definitely stays true to her own self, and I respect that. Plus the album cover makes the album in and of itself.
Plays total: 125
Released: 2012
Stand-outs: Big Mouth, Look At These Hoes, Pirate In The Water, God From the Machine |
| #22: Holy Other / Held
Though this may fall under ATRL radar, this album is one I highly enjoyed this year. Especially because it comes from someone I watched come from nothing to a well-developed artist, it's great to be able to enjoy music from an old friend. For those who like music in strange time signatures and deep, soulful synths, this is for you. I'm looking at you, Crystal Castles fans!
Plays total: 121
Released: 2012
Stand-outs: Nothing Here, In Difference, Inpouring |
| #21: Björk / Volta
One of the many Björk albums I listened to this year. I found myself very much enjoying the album, however I'd definitely rank it in the bottom half of her albums in quality. Clearly, it was still good enough to do some damage in my top 25. The earthy and colorful themes she goes for here are very unique and nice, and the album is a very nice collection in general.
Plays total: 143
Released: 2007
Stand-outs: Pneumonia, Declare Independence, Innocence |
| #20: William Orbit / Hello Waveforms
As a quick precursor in the wait for MDNA, I decided to go ahead and take a look at William Orbit's solo material. I'm very glad I did so, for it was impressive. The peaceful organization of underwater synths was perfect both as a lullaby and energizer. It's always good to dig into the producers instead of lying on the surface, and this album showed me that.
Plays total: 154 / Released: 2006
Stand-outs: Spiral (feat. Kenna & Sugababes), Humming Chorus, Surfin'
Last Year's #20: Kelis - Flesh Tone |
| #19: Dev / The Night The Sun Came Up
Though I listened to this mostly in 2011, I didn't include it last year because I thought I'd like it more this year I do really like this album, though I don't feel it's very "Dev" as she initially meant to come across. I followed it heavily around its' debut, and many memories surround that. Plus, it debuted higher than Kreayshawn and Nelly F, so I'm not complaining!
Plays total: 264 (Total) / Released: 2011/12
Stand-outs: Lightspeed, Breathe, In My Trunk, Shadows
Last Year's #19: The Strokes - Room on Fire |
| #18: Sleigh Bells / Reign Of Terror
Though not nearly as great as their debut for me, I still very much enjoyed this album. I was a little let down in comparison to their debut, as the image and many tracks on the album seemed to not be up to par, but then there were some tracks that were amazing and that I loved. I do like that they tested other grounds with this album, and I'm excited for their 2013 album!
Plays total: 177 / Released: 2012
Stand-outs: Crush, End Of The Line, Road to Hell, Born to Lose
Last Year's #18: Madonna - Confessions On a Dance Floor |
| #17: Justin Bieber / Believe
Coming from me not caring for Bieber at all to actually respecting him and enjoying his music was very refreshing. Believe was a great body of work and undoubtedly his best yet. From the undeniable pop smashes to working with sideline producers like Mike Posner and Diplo, Bieber did well with this album. I'm still waiting for the cutesy anthems to fade out, though.
Plays total: 198 / Released: 2012
Stand-outs: Beauty And a Beat, Right Here, Thought of You, Take You
Last Year's #17: Avril Lavigne - Goodbye Lullaby |
| #16: Björk / Medúlla
The second of three Björk albums that make an appearance in my top 25, Medúlla was a very impacting album on my listening this year. Though not one of my favorite-favorites, it definitely showcases Björk's musicianship very well. The use of beat-boxing and vocal distortion is flawless. I also learned what medulla was in AP Psych this year and got all excited
Plays total: 223 / Released: 2004
Stand-outs: Where Is The Line?, Oceania, Submarine
Last Year's #16: Alexandra Stan - Saxobeats |
I decided to to 25-16 because many albums that I consider the biggest part of my 2012 are clearly
not from 2012 I know it's messy, but I'd rather be honest about my 2012 so I can document it!
However, only a few more non-2012 albums make an appearance here and my top 7 are all 2012
Thanks to all who have been following along at home, I am trying my best to check out everyone's, too!
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Nelly and Santigold were amazing
Never could get into Bjork that much, I should give the others a listen though.
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I need to listen to Nelly's album SOON
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Member Since: 8/27/2006
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Nelly Furtado, beautiful album
Bjork
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I actually like Justin Bieber's album
The Spirit Indestructible is great.
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Nelly and DEV
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Sleigh Bells.
Dev's album isn't really great, I was letdown when I listened to it. ITD still sh1ts though.
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MEDULLA
Dev, believe, and The Spirit Indestructible
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The Knife! I discovered Silent Shout about a week ago and I've been obsessed ever since! It's excellent. Can't wait for Shaking The Habitual
Santigold and Sleigh Bells
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Nelly, Santigold, Dev and Björk
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I enjoy the inclusion of Silent Shout. Released in 2006 but always a revolutionary masterpiece.
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The Spirit Indestructible is not bad, I like it too bad she flopped like that
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The Spirit Indestructible
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Silent Shout is good, it needed a spot here.
TSI so didn't deserve to fall flat like it did
I remember hearing Big Hoops on the radio a few times.
Interscope should've promoted her harder.
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Nelly, Santigold, DEV & Justin
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Good to see Believe on the list
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justin bieber - believe <33
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Nelly, Sleight Bells and Justin, great set!!!!!!!!!!
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"Volta" is really good. I agree.
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