15. Baptized-Daughtry
Nov 19, 2013
I never thought Daughtry would ever get this high on my countdown. I've nerver really had any of his previous albums that I have liked from start to finish. Their previous album before this did not really connect with me so this album was a pleasant surprise.
14. Avril Lavigne-Avril Lavigne
Nov. 1, 2013
It seems Avril's latest album have received mixed reviews, even just here in ATRL. I personally love it and I would rank it as my third favorite album of hers. I don't care if she keeps on making upbeat silly tracks because honestly, the ballads she has been releasing from her past two albums, specifically LMG and WYWH really sucks lyrically, among many other aspects, and they're assumingly one of the more mature tracks of the album and if her album is gonna sound more of that then the fun Avril I know, then goodbye.
13. Collider-Cartel
March 26, 2013
Another surprise high ranking entry is the fourth studio album from this American band. I love Will Pugh's aggressive vocals and the album's general sound is consistent with how the band has always sounded like. Love the instruments in the background and there's even some uplifting songs in it too.
12. Frame By Frame-Cassadee Pope
Oct 8, 2013
Cassadee's first solo album is officially the highest ranking solo female album on my chart! I love her in Hey Monday and I never thought she would be slaying country! I didnt watch the Voice but I was so happy when I found out she won! Her album is amazing. It doesn't waste your time as the first track is already a killer and it just goes on in the last track. Although the louder tracks are in the beginning while the vibe smooths down towards the end. A great country/pop record. Take notes, Taylor.
11. Heartthrob-Tegan & Sara
Jan. 29, 2013
Just missing the top 10 is this dynamic female duo who surprised everyone including me with their very pop-oriented album.But I wouldn't call it selling out because the album is filled with quality tracks mostly about relationships. I applaud them for experimenting with this direction as they were successful. Can't wait to see how they go from here with their future music.