So, first I read that Tame Impala's Lonerism was heavily inspired by Todd Rundgren's A Wizard, A True Star. NOW, I read about early Pink Floyd influences (are we talking about Meddle? That's one of my fav albums!).... Goodness, this album sounds better with every new descriptor!
I may have exaggerated, but I'm sure you will like it!
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Originally posted by Dr. Spaceman
So, first I read that Tame Impala's Lonerism was heavily inspired by Todd Rundgren's A Wizard, A True Star. NOW, I read about early Pink Floyd influences (are we talking about Meddle? That's one of my fav albums!).... Goodness, this album sounds better with every new descriptor!
Great stuff! Looking forward to the final two.
I was referring more specifically to Syd Barrett Pink Floyd.
Brilliant song, not so experimental as Sleeping Ute, but also catchier and dreamier, the distorted guitar and the gorgeous bassline made it flawless, the whole song is intense, accessible and the ending makes it explosive.
Grimes
"Oblivion"
When I saw the music video of Oblivion on MTV earlier this year, I was like "OMG this girl is interesting I should check her music". Well, sadly I didn't find a better song in her discography, but happily it still is one of the best modern pop songs I've ever heard. A perfect mix of modern and retro sound, creating nothing less than the best song of 2012.
4/4, great top 4!
Not a BIG fan of your #1, but it's still a good choice!
"Yet Again" + "Elephant"
Great countdown overall, hope you make a final recap.