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Anna's Amazing 2012 -- UPDATE -- disappointing albums
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Not Don't Panic not making it to the top 10!
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Didn't see that you posted another update, but now I finally found out Great to see ATL in your Best Of, I really liked their album, as you know I've also enjoyed Dirty Work, but this one definitely sounds more like them and thus more special
I heard some of the tracks live - it was epic!
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Originally posted by berberocka
Sade + Katy B + Lisa Stansfield = Jessie Ware
I dunno, when she belts her tone reminds me of Whitney's powerful vocals,, especially on Running
I can hear a Bit of Beyonce and Sinead O COnnor on that album too
but among all, she reminds me of a modern day Sadu
This album slayed me One of the 2 most fave debut albums for me this year!
All Time Low, heard of them, but Im not into them
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you really love her, awesome it's among my favorite debuts as well. didn't expect it but it's really outstanding
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Originally posted by Jack.
#13 - Haven't heard Channel ORANGE yet but I shall do, when the release of new music slows. I have a huge list and he's on there somewhere!
#12 - Haven't heard Jessie Ware's album yet either, but she's on my list too. Should be listening to this album in the next week at some point.
#11 - I got kinda bored with ATL after like 3 of their singles.
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good to know Frank and Jessie are on your list I know how it is when you have too much new music to check out, it always stresses me so much
well, they're not exactly innovative and all of their songs go into the direction so I guess I can see why
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Originally posted by iputrecordson
It didn't make my top 10 too but still a pretty good album. "Outlines" is my fave track.
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yes, Outlines is amazing it was really hard for me to choose favorites because there's not really a bad track on the album.
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I love All Time Low even though I haven't heard this album in full yet there's way too much I need to check out, lol.
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I hope you get to it eventually
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Originally posted by D/X
Oh, I used to love ATL in the past. This last album was disappointing for me, sorry.
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I'm sorry to hear that
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Originally posted by Razzle
Not Don't Panic not making it to the top 10!
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it was really, really close
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Originally posted by mandym
Didn't see that you posted another update, but now I finally found out Great to see ATL in your Best Of, I really liked their album, as you know I've also enjoyed Dirty Work, but this one definitely sounds more like them and thus more special
I heard some of the tracks live - it was epic!
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no problem
yep, I remember that! so they already played some of the new songs when you saw them with Green Day? how lucky
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TOP ALBUMS OF 2o12
SPECIAL HONORABLE MENTION
NO DOUBT | Push and Shove
I only got into this album very recently, when I had already made my top 15, and I felt like it wouldn't be fair to take out an album that I've spent much more time with just so I could include this one. however, I think it deserves a mention, so I decided to give it a special placement before we enter the top 10.
I used to think this album was just okay, bar a couple of exceptions - but the more I listened to it, the more I changed my mind. it's what I would call a grower, over time I got into more and more songs and the overall feel of the album sucked me in. I like how it has a mixture of a reggae/electronic/80s vibe to it, together with Gwen's unique voice that makes for a fun record. I also always get kind of nostalgic listening to this, especially with the sadder/slower songs, I think what she sings about and the way she sings about it are pretty moving and relatable.
this is a decent comeback for me, a good combination of the typical No Doubt sound and Gwen's style as a solo artist, and I'm glad they came together again, even though it didn't go so well commercially.
favorite tracks Looking Hot. Undercover. Sparkle.
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A special mention for No Doubt
The album really is a grower, but I absolutely love it. I don't really agree on the standout-tracks- LH is the worst song on the record imo - though Undercover is amazing. My fave track is Heaven which is one of the best songs of the year
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Originally posted by Tantei
A special mention for No Doubt
The album really is a grower, but I absolutely love it. I don't really agree on the standout-tracks- LH is the worst song on the record imo - though Undercover is amazing. My fave track is Heaven which is one of the best songs of the year
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I love it too now
and I just put my personal favorite tracks, the ones I love/connect with the most, not the ones I think stand out or are the best songs musically
Heaven is great
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Push and Shove is an IMPRESSIVE RECORD
I dunno, theyre in bad luck this era
but no one can deny that the material is indeed satisfying at least for me
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No Doubt
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Push and Shove is not bad, but tbh I was expecting something better Still think that "Looking Hot" is so amazing
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Push and Shove is really good. Should've done a lot better... My favorites are the title track, Easy and Undone.
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No Doubt
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I haven't listened to the album yet,
but I know that I will eventually.
I've loved all the tracks I've listened to so far.
I love their style
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Push and shove
i really waiting for the album to come, but it's just not like i expected
though it consists some nice songs, but i still want tragic kingdom kind of album or maybe rock steady.
but i guess, it doesn't fit with with this current era of music
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no problem
yep, I remember that! so they already played some of the new songs when you saw them with Green Day? how lucky
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Yeah, they did I was so excited that I almost immediately forgot which songs they played, though But they definitely played some from Don't Panic.
I know the feeling you described, that's how I felt when I was listening to the album. But I love Gwen's voice and now I can say that it's really a great effort, but I see why it didn't make it to the Top10. Can't wait for your next update
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Push & Shove is a great album My favorite track is Looking Hot .
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I love Push & Shove
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thank you activebeast, David and Ghostlysnaker
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Originally posted by berberocka
Push and Shove is an IMPRESSIVE RECORD
I dunno, theyre in bad luck this era
but no one can deny that the material is indeed satisfying at least for me
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I agree, it took me a while to fully reailze it but I think it is a great record. I don't know why people are not here for it, I don't know what they could have done differently it's full of enjoyable songs.
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Push and Shove is not bad, but tbh I was expecting something better Still think that "Looking Hot" is so amazing
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Looking Hot is the song that made me want to check out this album
I didn't expect anything from this album so I'm fine with it, but I get that as a fan it could be a little disappointing.
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Originally posted by A Little Unruly
Push and Shove is really good. Should've done a lot better... My favorites are the title track, Easy and Undone.
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I love those songs as well, Easy has massively grown on me, especially after listening to the acoustic version Undone is awesome, too.
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Originally posted by Kavish
I haven't listened to the album yet,
but I know that I will eventually.
I've loved all the tracks I've listened to so far.
I love their style
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they have great style! I hope you can check the album out soon
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Originally posted by Adr
Push and shove
i really waiting for the album to come, but it's just not like i expected
though it consists some nice songs, but i still want tragic kingdom kind of album or maybe rock steady.
but i guess, it doesn't fit with with this current era of music
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oh man, I'm sorry it wasn't what you hoped for, especially since you were anticipating it
I haven't heard their previous records so I can't quite compare them to the new one, however I felt like this album was very typically No Doubt.. Idk
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Originally posted by mandym
Yeah, they did I was so excited that I almost immediately forgot which songs they played, though But they definitely played some from Don't Panic.
I know the feeling you described, that's how I felt when I was listening to the album. But I love Gwen's voice and now I can say that it's really a great effort, but I see why it didn't make it to the Top10. Can't wait for your next update
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that's so cool! I hope they're coming to Germany next year again so I'll get to see them play the new songs, too. they look like so much fun live.
Gwen's voice is amazing, one of my favorites! and not even because she's the best singer, but it's just so unique and interesting.
RECAP
#15 - #11
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+++ DOUBLE UPDATE LATER TONIGHT +++
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TOP ALBUMS OF 2o12
THE TOP 1o
#1o SANTIGOLD
Master Of My Make-Believe
I was a big fan of her first album back and really glad she came back this year. I know she is often compared to M.I.A. and while there are some similarities, I still think Santigold is quite unique in the way she brings together all kinds of different genres. this record proves that once again, covering styles from electronic and dance to hip hop and even reggae infused tracks. it's fascinating how this mixture doesn't feel like too much but instead draws you in, thanks to its great production and catchy beats and melodies - not to forget Santi's voice that can be either sensitive or powerful, depending on the song and its content.
this album is a great soundtrack for the summer, providing both upbeat dance tracks as well as songs that make you think or just want to relax. it's well-balanced and while not as instantly loveable as her debut, definitely worth taking the time to get into.
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#o9 REGINA SPEKTOR
What We Saw From The Cheap Seats
I've been a fan of Regina for a couple of years now, and she never ceases to amaze me. I adore her quirkiness, it always adds a certain charme and personality to her music that can either come off as weird or endearing, depending how you look at it. her music is built around the piano which doesn't sound very exciting, still it never gets boring - her quirky creativity prevents that from happening. her lyrics are interesting and she does many different things with her voice. that can seem a bit childish sometimes, but most of the time it's amazing - and she also knows when to tone it down, when to be serious, which results in beautiful, heartfelt piano ballads.
I feel like this album is not as cohesive as its predecessor, but that's explained by the fact that the majority of it is made up by the very first studio recordings of mostly old songs from Regina. however, after a while you get used to it and it just helps you to appreciate each song as a little gem of its own, making every listen of the album a worthwile experience.
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Haven't heard Regina's album in full yet but I'm sure it's good
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Looks like I should give Santigold's album a listen... I've seen it in so many Best Ofs... And I know some tracks from Regina's album, forgot the titles though, but I liked them
The cover is definitely cute!
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