So I saw The Teenagers a few nights ago and all I can say about their performance was that it was not as bad as others make it out to be, but it did let me down. I guess I felt that it was lacking in certain spots and could have been better. Let's hope that they improve with time.
Cut Copy - Lights And Music
Here is the new cut copy song. I like it a lot more than So Haunted, but not quite as much as Hearts on Fire. Cut Cupy have a very distinct sound that sounds all too familiar. It sounds a lot like 90's pop based off of 80's new wave. They may not be creating the most innovative music but they are fuckin awesome! This rip is low quality, I promise I'll post a higher quality as soon as I can. In the meantime we're forced to wait for In Ghost Colours, which is sure to be a great album due to the involvement DFA's Tim Goldsworthy.
Dondolo - Dondolisme
Here's a song from French electro-pop act Dondolo. The album is quite an undiscovered gem and has diversity between each of the songs. The vocals strangely sound like The Teenagers doing italio-disco, in part because of the thick accented deep voice speaking lyrics in the same manner that The Teenagers song are executed. However, Dondolo sounds nothing like The Teenagers and this may be a good thing for many of you. Download this and prepare to be surprised at how hype-worthy Dondolo is. Oh yeah, it's entirely in French.
Lo-Fi-Fnk - The End
I'm still in love with this album, it consists of all the ingredients necessary when creating the perfect pop album. Catchy hooks, cute lyrics and musings filled with optimism and frivolous fun. Want proof? Here, Watch this...
How adorable is that? They look my age and confused, as if they are trying their hardest to make a music video. Defiantly gotta see them on tour when they come here.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Monday, January 21, 2008
Stop The Rain!!!
It's raining today which has totally ruined my plans. I was going to go for a long run and then come back and do some homework. I would follow through with the run if it wasn't raining so hard. Well I can't do that so instead I'll post some songs I've been listening to over the past week.
First up is a 2007 release from DFA's sub label, Death From Abroad. This is a vocal-less piano guided track that keeps things relaxed, mellow and consist ant. DFA has been putting out some great electronic tracks in 2007 and I'm confident that they shall continue to do so in 2007!
This is another DFA release with a slightly different vibe. Here's more of neo-disco electronic music from New York's finest, Hercules and Love Affair. If you're a fan of Blind you'll like this song for sure, but be advised it is a bit more laid back. I think the theme I'm going for with today's post is a laid back and chilled feeling. I guess it matches the dreariness of the outdoors with all the rain and clouds I see when I look out of my window.
Here's another slow builder which once again matches the atmosphere in today's skies. I like the original more, but this remix does it justice. It starts of slow and quiet but builds to a pulsating finale that the original does not have. That is it's only strength over the original. Now onto my homework.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Best Pop of 2007
So, I wanted to get this post done before I started school and I failed. I finished my second day of school and am now forcing myself to do this post before the homework load gets to heavy. So
here it is, my list of the best Pop albums and songs of 2007. First, we'll start with the albums.
Top 10 Pop Albums
10. Amerie - Because I Love It
I don't listen to a whole lot of R&B, however I do find the genre to be quite compelling. I enjoy many of the hit singles I tend to hear throughout life and occasionally go as far as to download them. (You can stand under my umbrella, Ella, Ella, Eh, Eh) Amerie is one of the few R&B artists I make an effort to listen to. I fell in love with Why Don't We Fall In Love way back in 2002 when I heard it and again in 2005 with 1 Thing. She never fails to deliver good R&B and it really is a shame she is not as popular as other artists. She does deserve it.
Amerie - Take Control
9. Interpol - Our Love To Admire
While Interpol may not be my most favorite band, I do hold a soft spot for them. Turn on the Bright Lights was one of the first CD's I bought triggering my musical enlightment. I'm sure you all went through this as a young tween. The transition of listening to pop and whatever MTV/The Radio expose you to and started to discover new artist on your own. This along with Hot Hot Heat's Make Up The Breakdown were the first 2 rock CDs I bought. Hot Hot Heat completly sucks now, but Interpol have managed to put out the same CD 3 times and still remain a favorite. I guess I was a little disappointed with this disc, it sounds like Interpol. But then again I found myself enjoying it becuase it sounds like Interpol. I guess what I'm trying to say is, that it sounds like Interpol. Interpol has a good sound, but they need to create something new. Antics was higher up in my 2004 charts, I played that album to death. Our Love To Admire is good, but it's the same old Interpol.
Interpol - Who Do You Think
8. Editors - An End Has A Start
I frown upon the many blogs and reviews that compare Editors with Interpol, but I hear the similiarities and will precede to do the same. Editors' first album was Interpol with dance-punk aspirations. Their second disc is a bit more tame, and pop friendly, than their first. It seems as if this was the disc Interpol were hoping to make with Our Love To Admire. I enjoyed An End Has A Start and listened to it non stop for about all of June. Here is my favorite song from that album.
Editors - Escape The Nest
7. Chromatics - Night Drive
The great thing about Chromatics is the fact that I could have put them in my Electronic list and no one would have raised any objection. They are one of the numerous electro rock bands that are present on the music scene today. They have been putting out some great releases and I was not let down by their debut LP, Night Drive. It has some great tracks and is definatly one of 2007's best, as well as most underratted/underhyped.
Chromatics - I Want Your Love
6.Beirut - The Flying Cup Club
This is probably the closest I got to acoustic this year. The Flying Cup Club is a realxing yet mesmorising and unique album from Zach Condon. It's filled with plenty of two to three minute pop gems. I know you all already have it and probably have read a million reviews and best of lists singing the album's prasies so I won't go on any longer. The album speaks for itself, definatly one of the years best!
Beirut - Cliquot
5. Midnight Juggernauts - Dystopia
Austrialia has a great scene forming at the moment. From the lush synth pop sounds of Cut Copy to the 80's new wave agnst of Van She. The danceable riffs from Soft Tigers and Lost Valentinos help Austrialia prove that it is one of the hippest places to be. Listening to Dystopia is only icing on the Kangaroo-Kake. The Juggs put out a great electro rock album and then embarked on a tour with Justice. I can't wait to hear some new material from these guys, but in the meantime I'll be dancing to this.
Midnight Juggernauts - 45 & Rising
4. New Young Pony Club - Fantastic Playroom
Imagine CSS from England, oh and not as rude (according to Lovefoxxx) and you've got NYPC. This album isn't New Rave! What is New Rave anyway? I don't know. i Just can't imagine ravers dancing to this, it's far to slow. It's still a great listen, unless it's being played at a rave, so please get the album and listen to it on your iPod.
New Young Pony Club - Fan
3, M.I.A. - Kala
This album should be in the Electronic list but it's not becuase it trancends ALL genres. This is like muisc on crack and it's quite awesome. I had the pleasure of seeing her live at Vegoose in Vegas last October and it was the 2nd best show of the night (NO ONE tops Daft Punk) If you get the chance to see her, please do you won't regret it. Heres a cut from the new Kitsune Comp. It's a killer remix of the already great XR2.
MIA - XR2 (Silverlink V Kicks Like A Mule Remix)
2. Klaxons - Myths of the Near Future
2007 was the year of the Klaxons. After stirring interest with the blogs back in late 2006 they managed to blow up and have a few hit singles in 2007. They have been touring all year and now are writing a follow up to their debut LP. I think they're fun and interesting characters. Watch their older music videos they are great. Here's them covering The Night by Frank Valli.
Klaxons - The Night
1. Bloc Party - A Weekend In The City
I know, you probably disagree with this. I don't care! It's my list and if I want to be a fanboy, I will! Seriously though, I do think this album is underrated and people were expecting something more along the lines of Silent Alarm and therefore rejected this. It really is a good album, and too prove that I'll give you a b-side that wasn't on the album.
Bloc Party - Cavaliers And Roundheads
Top 25 Pop Songs of 2007
1. Klaxons - Two Receivers
2. Bloc Party - I Still Remember
3. Interpol - The Heinrich Maneuver
4. Editors - Escape The Nest
5. LCD Soundsystem - All My Friends
6. Beirut - Cliquot
7. The Teenagers - Starlet Johansson
8. Arcade Fire - No Cars Go
9, Midnight Juggernauts - Ending of an Era
10. New Young Pony Club - The Bomb
11. Kanye West - Flashing Lights
12. M.I.A. - XR2
13. Bloc Party - Flux
14. The Teenagers - Homecoming
15. !!! - Heart of Hearts
16. Klaxons - Gravity's Rainbow
17. Blonde Redhead - 23
18. Lightspeed Champion - Galaxy of the Lost
19. Vampire Weekend - Oxford Comma
20. The Good, The Bad, & The Queen - 80's Life
21. Cut Copy - So Haunted
22. Frankmusik - Made Her Smile
23. Ladyhawke - Paris Is Burning
24. Lily Allen - Mr. Blue Sky
25. Arctic Monkeys - Brianstorm
So there you have it! Proudly In Rainbows free! Here's to 2008!!!!
here it is, my list of the best Pop albums and songs of 2007. First, we'll start with the albums.
Top 10 Pop Albums
10. Amerie - Because I Love It
I don't listen to a whole lot of R&B, however I do find the genre to be quite compelling. I enjoy many of the hit singles I tend to hear throughout life and occasionally go as far as to download them. (You can stand under my umbrella, Ella, Ella, Eh, Eh) Amerie is one of the few R&B artists I make an effort to listen to. I fell in love with Why Don't We Fall In Love way back in 2002 when I heard it and again in 2005 with 1 Thing. She never fails to deliver good R&B and it really is a shame she is not as popular as other artists. She does deserve it.
Amerie - Take Control
9. Interpol - Our Love To Admire
While Interpol may not be my most favorite band, I do hold a soft spot for them. Turn on the Bright Lights was one of the first CD's I bought triggering my musical enlightment. I'm sure you all went through this as a young tween. The transition of listening to pop and whatever MTV/The Radio expose you to and started to discover new artist on your own. This along with Hot Hot Heat's Make Up The Breakdown were the first 2 rock CDs I bought. Hot Hot Heat completly sucks now, but Interpol have managed to put out the same CD 3 times and still remain a favorite. I guess I was a little disappointed with this disc, it sounds like Interpol. But then again I found myself enjoying it becuase it sounds like Interpol. I guess what I'm trying to say is, that it sounds like Interpol. Interpol has a good sound, but they need to create something new. Antics was higher up in my 2004 charts, I played that album to death. Our Love To Admire is good, but it's the same old Interpol.
Interpol - Who Do You Think
8. Editors - An End Has A Start
I frown upon the many blogs and reviews that compare Editors with Interpol, but I hear the similiarities and will precede to do the same. Editors' first album was Interpol with dance-punk aspirations. Their second disc is a bit more tame, and pop friendly, than their first. It seems as if this was the disc Interpol were hoping to make with Our Love To Admire. I enjoyed An End Has A Start and listened to it non stop for about all of June. Here is my favorite song from that album.
Editors - Escape The Nest
7. Chromatics - Night Drive
The great thing about Chromatics is the fact that I could have put them in my Electronic list and no one would have raised any objection. They are one of the numerous electro rock bands that are present on the music scene today. They have been putting out some great releases and I was not let down by their debut LP, Night Drive. It has some great tracks and is definatly one of 2007's best, as well as most underratted/underhyped.
Chromatics - I Want Your Love
6.Beirut - The Flying Cup Club
This is probably the closest I got to acoustic this year. The Flying Cup Club is a realxing yet mesmorising and unique album from Zach Condon. It's filled with plenty of two to three minute pop gems. I know you all already have it and probably have read a million reviews and best of lists singing the album's prasies so I won't go on any longer. The album speaks for itself, definatly one of the years best!
Beirut - Cliquot
5. Midnight Juggernauts - Dystopia
Austrialia has a great scene forming at the moment. From the lush synth pop sounds of Cut Copy to the 80's new wave agnst of Van She. The danceable riffs from Soft Tigers and Lost Valentinos help Austrialia prove that it is one of the hippest places to be. Listening to Dystopia is only icing on the Kangaroo-Kake. The Juggs put out a great electro rock album and then embarked on a tour with Justice. I can't wait to hear some new material from these guys, but in the meantime I'll be dancing to this.
Midnight Juggernauts - 45 & Rising
4. New Young Pony Club - Fantastic Playroom
Imagine CSS from England, oh and not as rude (according to Lovefoxxx) and you've got NYPC. This album isn't New Rave! What is New Rave anyway? I don't know. i Just can't imagine ravers dancing to this, it's far to slow. It's still a great listen, unless it's being played at a rave, so please get the album and listen to it on your iPod.
New Young Pony Club - Fan
3, M.I.A. - Kala
This album should be in the Electronic list but it's not becuase it trancends ALL genres. This is like muisc on crack and it's quite awesome. I had the pleasure of seeing her live at Vegoose in Vegas last October and it was the 2nd best show of the night (NO ONE tops Daft Punk) If you get the chance to see her, please do you won't regret it. Heres a cut from the new Kitsune Comp. It's a killer remix of the already great XR2.
MIA - XR2 (Silverlink V Kicks Like A Mule Remix)
2. Klaxons - Myths of the Near Future
2007 was the year of the Klaxons. After stirring interest with the blogs back in late 2006 they managed to blow up and have a few hit singles in 2007. They have been touring all year and now are writing a follow up to their debut LP. I think they're fun and interesting characters. Watch their older music videos they are great. Here's them covering The Night by Frank Valli.
Klaxons - The Night
1. Bloc Party - A Weekend In The City
I know, you probably disagree with this. I don't care! It's my list and if I want to be a fanboy, I will! Seriously though, I do think this album is underrated and people were expecting something more along the lines of Silent Alarm and therefore rejected this. It really is a good album, and too prove that I'll give you a b-side that wasn't on the album.
Bloc Party - Cavaliers And Roundheads
Top 25 Pop Songs of 2007
1. Klaxons - Two Receivers
2. Bloc Party - I Still Remember
3. Interpol - The Heinrich Maneuver
4. Editors - Escape The Nest
5. LCD Soundsystem - All My Friends
6. Beirut - Cliquot
7. The Teenagers - Starlet Johansson
8. Arcade Fire - No Cars Go
9, Midnight Juggernauts - Ending of an Era
10. New Young Pony Club - The Bomb
11. Kanye West - Flashing Lights
12. M.I.A. - XR2
13. Bloc Party - Flux
14. The Teenagers - Homecoming
15. !!! - Heart of Hearts
16. Klaxons - Gravity's Rainbow
17. Blonde Redhead - 23
18. Lightspeed Champion - Galaxy of the Lost
19. Vampire Weekend - Oxford Comma
20. The Good, The Bad, & The Queen - 80's Life
21. Cut Copy - So Haunted
22. Frankmusik - Made Her Smile
23. Ladyhawke - Paris Is Burning
24. Lily Allen - Mr. Blue Sky
25. Arctic Monkeys - Brianstorm
So there you have it! Proudly In Rainbows free! Here's to 2008!!!!
Monday, January 7, 2008
Top Electronic Music of 2007
OK, so this year I've decided to split my lists into 2. I've listened to so much music this year that I would have trouble creating just one list. I'll be splitting it into 2, Electronic music and Popular Music (which includes indie rock, pop, hip-hop and r&b), lists upon which I will post the top 10 albums and top 25 songs. Today I will post my favorite Electronic music from the year and some mp3's to go along with it.
Top 10 Electronic Albums
10. Teenage Bad Girl - Cocotte
This release from one of the many French Filter House DJs who is not on Ed Banger is packed full with pulsing synths, exciting drumbeats and bad ass production. A very underrated album that should have received more press. It would have probably gained more attention had it not been for the explosion of Justice, but I'm sure in time this album will come to be regarded as a very solid release.
Teenage Bad Girl - Hands of a Stranger
9. LCD Soundsystem - Sound of Silver
I was surprised with the unanimous high placing of this album on year end lists across the net. Yes, it is a great album. James Murphy has outdone himself once again with this release, but for me the album grew boring quickly. While this phenomenon usually occurs with all music for me, my ebb for this CD has yet to recede. I have yet to come back to this CD for another round of listening. I guess, while more expansive and mature, it reminds me too much of 2005's debut CD.
LCD Soundsystem - Time To Get Away
8. Air - Pocket Symphony
Many say this album is not as great as Air's previous releases, however I find it to be quite a memorable CD. I was addicted to it throughout the summer and would often find myself listening to it on summer mornings as the sun rose and I prepared for my dreadful summer classes. The somber tone throughout the CD resonated with my discontent in having to partake in a summer session. This should have been on more Best Of lists.
Air - One Hell of a Party
7. Shinichi Osawa - The One
At the time of constructing this list I placed this album at number 7, it's been about a week since then and I'm thinking to myself how much higher this should have been. I've been listening to this album more and more and it's appeal grows on me each time. I find myself humming some of the lyrics from this album, a feat usually only achieved with pop albums. I could see this having an immensely longer listening life than the Justice CD. For now I feel 7 is a good spot for it.
Shinichi Osawa - Star Guitar
6. Daft Punk - Alive 2007
Oh my god, when I close my eyes and allow the music to immerse itself around me it feels as if I am back at the Greek show (or Vegoose, whichever) enjoying the greatest concert ever. As I listened to this album on my iPod for the first two weeks I had it a smile was always present on my face. I must have looked like a mad man, sitting on BART slightly smiling and bopping my head to big beat electronic. I didn't care! This album is great, and is a must have for anyone who attended their live shows in 2006-2007.
No Song Available
5. Boys Noize - Oi Oi Oi
A friend of mine who is not into much electronic music, with the exception of the Punks and Justice, described this as a boring album with Justice sounding synth that never stops. If only he knew how wrong he is! This album is far from boring, and while the sounds may be similar to Justice, it in some ways is a lot superior. The only failing aspect of this album is it's incredible length. I can never make it through in just one listen. Still a solid release, I definitely look forward to hearing more Boys Noize in the future. (His remixes are insane!!!!)
Boys Noize - The Battery
4. Digitialism - Idealism
Who knew Germans could be so catchy? When I listen to other German electronic music, which is quite good, I find it slow, relaxed and atmospheric. This is in your face poppy electronic music, in the vein of Daft Punk and Junior Jack. This album is best when listened to in full and unlike Oi Oi Oi, I was able to do so on a number of occasions. Pogo is pure pop bliss, Idealism is pop indifference and one of my favorite tracks Home Zone pays homage to the art of throwing and promoting a house party.
Digitialism - Zdarlight
3. Justice - †
Justice first gained widespread attention with their remix of Simian's never be alone. A superb remix by any definition, but to ever imagine the developments that have occurred throughout their careers since then would have been unfathomable. Justice have done what every other electronic act since Daft Punk have failed to do. They have become mainstream, they were able to break America, they were able to put Paris back on the map. While † may not be the greatest album in terms of innovation and musical genius, the hype and acclaim that surrounds it warrants it a top spot on this list. Just look at many of the reviews prior to this, Justice is used as a reference point musically more than once, for proof. They have become icons in the Electronic music scene, there is not one act who wouldn't want to follow in their footsteps. 2007 was the year Justice was brought upon the world!
Justice - DVNO
2. Burial - Untrue
This is an album that I discovered late in the year and fell in love with. I had not heard Burial's self titled debut prior to this ( I since have and it is great too) and found this to be a gem. I listen to this while falling asleep, it mystifies the silence of the night and allows for a peaceful sleeping experience. There's not much more I can say about this that hasn't already been said. The voices are beautiful, the crackling is enchanting the mystic surrounding the music is truly wonderful.
Burial - In McDonalds
1. Simian Mobile Disco - Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
Fuck Mezzanine, I wanted to see these guys when they came here but I am not 21, yet. Their live show looks interesting, and it would surely add to the greatest of their music. I began listening to this album around the same time as † and I do truly feel that this album is a lot better. I've listened to † more, but can honestly say I would rather be stranded on an island with this instead. This album did not place as high as I would have imagined on other Year End lists, which is understandable. Justice was the token Electronic act this year, however I expect these guy's sophomore release to become as mainstream as justice. Listen to Hustler and tell me that couldn't take the place of Smack My Bitch Up in American popular culture!
Simian Mobile Disco - Love
So how much do you disagree with my top 10? Whatever, at least mine is different from the other lists I've read. It's truly how I feel too. I wasn't feeling LCD as much as everyone else and I really liked SMD! Okay, now onto the top 25 Electronic singles. Sorry NO descriptions for these.
1.Simian Mobile Disco - Tits & Acid
2.Feist - My Moon My Man (Boys Noize Remix)
3. Modeselektor - Silikon (Siriusmo Remix)
4. Justice - DVNO
5. TEPR - Minuit Jacuzzi (datA Remix)
6. Boys Noize - &Down
7. Daft Punk - Face to Face/Short Circuit
8. Justice - D.A.N.C.E.
9. Boys Noize - The Battery
10. Klaxons - It's Not Over Yet (BONDOWSKI Remix)
11. Digitalism - Pogo
12. Cut Copy - Hearts on Fire
13. Efdemin - Knocking At The Grand
14. LCD Soundsystem - Get Innocuous
15. Hercules & Love Affair - Blind
16. Sebastian - Walkman Re-edit
17. Does It Offend You, Yeah? - We Are Rockstars
18. Bag Raiders - Fun Punch
19. Danger - 11h30
20. New Young Pony Club - Get Lucky (MSTRKRFT Remix)
21. Bot'Ox - Babylon By Car
22. Dead Disco - You're Out (Frank Musik Remix)
23. TEPR - Coke & Crème
24. Metromony - Radio Ladio
25. Chromatics - I Want Your Love
Top 10 Electronic Albums
10. Teenage Bad Girl - Cocotte
This release from one of the many French Filter House DJs who is not on Ed Banger is packed full with pulsing synths, exciting drumbeats and bad ass production. A very underrated album that should have received more press. It would have probably gained more attention had it not been for the explosion of Justice, but I'm sure in time this album will come to be regarded as a very solid release.
Teenage Bad Girl - Hands of a Stranger
9. LCD Soundsystem - Sound of Silver
I was surprised with the unanimous high placing of this album on year end lists across the net. Yes, it is a great album. James Murphy has outdone himself once again with this release, but for me the album grew boring quickly. While this phenomenon usually occurs with all music for me, my ebb for this CD has yet to recede. I have yet to come back to this CD for another round of listening. I guess, while more expansive and mature, it reminds me too much of 2005's debut CD.
LCD Soundsystem - Time To Get Away
8. Air - Pocket Symphony
Many say this album is not as great as Air's previous releases, however I find it to be quite a memorable CD. I was addicted to it throughout the summer and would often find myself listening to it on summer mornings as the sun rose and I prepared for my dreadful summer classes. The somber tone throughout the CD resonated with my discontent in having to partake in a summer session. This should have been on more Best Of lists.
Air - One Hell of a Party
7. Shinichi Osawa - The One
At the time of constructing this list I placed this album at number 7, it's been about a week since then and I'm thinking to myself how much higher this should have been. I've been listening to this album more and more and it's appeal grows on me each time. I find myself humming some of the lyrics from this album, a feat usually only achieved with pop albums. I could see this having an immensely longer listening life than the Justice CD. For now I feel 7 is a good spot for it.
Shinichi Osawa - Star Guitar
6. Daft Punk - Alive 2007
Oh my god, when I close my eyes and allow the music to immerse itself around me it feels as if I am back at the Greek show (or Vegoose, whichever) enjoying the greatest concert ever. As I listened to this album on my iPod for the first two weeks I had it a smile was always present on my face. I must have looked like a mad man, sitting on BART slightly smiling and bopping my head to big beat electronic. I didn't care! This album is great, and is a must have for anyone who attended their live shows in 2006-2007.
No Song Available
5. Boys Noize - Oi Oi Oi
A friend of mine who is not into much electronic music, with the exception of the Punks and Justice, described this as a boring album with Justice sounding synth that never stops. If only he knew how wrong he is! This album is far from boring, and while the sounds may be similar to Justice, it in some ways is a lot superior. The only failing aspect of this album is it's incredible length. I can never make it through in just one listen. Still a solid release, I definitely look forward to hearing more Boys Noize in the future. (His remixes are insane!!!!)
Boys Noize - The Battery
4. Digitialism - Idealism
Who knew Germans could be so catchy? When I listen to other German electronic music, which is quite good, I find it slow, relaxed and atmospheric. This is in your face poppy electronic music, in the vein of Daft Punk and Junior Jack. This album is best when listened to in full and unlike Oi Oi Oi, I was able to do so on a number of occasions. Pogo is pure pop bliss, Idealism is pop indifference and one of my favorite tracks Home Zone pays homage to the art of throwing and promoting a house party.
Digitialism - Zdarlight
3. Justice - †
Justice first gained widespread attention with their remix of Simian's never be alone. A superb remix by any definition, but to ever imagine the developments that have occurred throughout their careers since then would have been unfathomable. Justice have done what every other electronic act since Daft Punk have failed to do. They have become mainstream, they were able to break America, they were able to put Paris back on the map. While † may not be the greatest album in terms of innovation and musical genius, the hype and acclaim that surrounds it warrants it a top spot on this list. Just look at many of the reviews prior to this, Justice is used as a reference point musically more than once, for proof. They have become icons in the Electronic music scene, there is not one act who wouldn't want to follow in their footsteps. 2007 was the year Justice was brought upon the world!
Justice - DVNO
2. Burial - Untrue
This is an album that I discovered late in the year and fell in love with. I had not heard Burial's self titled debut prior to this ( I since have and it is great too) and found this to be a gem. I listen to this while falling asleep, it mystifies the silence of the night and allows for a peaceful sleeping experience. There's not much more I can say about this that hasn't already been said. The voices are beautiful, the crackling is enchanting the mystic surrounding the music is truly wonderful.
Burial - In McDonalds
1. Simian Mobile Disco - Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
Fuck Mezzanine, I wanted to see these guys when they came here but I am not 21, yet. Their live show looks interesting, and it would surely add to the greatest of their music. I began listening to this album around the same time as † and I do truly feel that this album is a lot better. I've listened to † more, but can honestly say I would rather be stranded on an island with this instead. This album did not place as high as I would have imagined on other Year End lists, which is understandable. Justice was the token Electronic act this year, however I expect these guy's sophomore release to become as mainstream as justice. Listen to Hustler and tell me that couldn't take the place of Smack My Bitch Up in American popular culture!
Simian Mobile Disco - Love
So how much do you disagree with my top 10? Whatever, at least mine is different from the other lists I've read. It's truly how I feel too. I wasn't feeling LCD as much as everyone else and I really liked SMD! Okay, now onto the top 25 Electronic singles. Sorry NO descriptions for these.
1.Simian Mobile Disco - Tits & Acid
2.Feist - My Moon My Man (Boys Noize Remix)
3. Modeselektor - Silikon (Siriusmo Remix)
4. Justice - DVNO
5. TEPR - Minuit Jacuzzi (datA Remix)
6. Boys Noize - &Down
7. Daft Punk - Face to Face/Short Circuit
8. Justice - D.A.N.C.E.
9. Boys Noize - The Battery
10. Klaxons - It's Not Over Yet (BONDOWSKI Remix)
11. Digitalism - Pogo
12. Cut Copy - Hearts on Fire
13. Efdemin - Knocking At The Grand
14. LCD Soundsystem - Get Innocuous
15. Hercules & Love Affair - Blind
16. Sebastian - Walkman Re-edit
17. Does It Offend You, Yeah? - We Are Rockstars
18. Bag Raiders - Fun Punch
19. Danger - 11h30
20. New Young Pony Club - Get Lucky (MSTRKRFT Remix)
21. Bot'Ox - Babylon By Car
22. Dead Disco - You're Out (Frank Musik Remix)
23. TEPR - Coke & Crème
24. Metromony - Radio Ladio
25. Chromatics - I Want Your Love
Friday, January 4, 2008
2008
Happy New Year everyone, 2008 is finally here and I am defiantly looking forward to some new music this year. Here are a few albums to be hyped for in 08:
M83 has a new album coming out, and there is no way it will be anything less than awesome.
M83 has a new album coming out, and there is no way it will be anything less than awesome.The Presets are at work on a follow up, My People, the new single was just unleashed
throughout the Internet. It sounds great and I now am more excited for their next LP.
London based, Does It Offend You, Yeah? are going to release their debut album this spring.
This is one of my most anticipated albums so far, I love all of their songs. They do a great job mixing both rock and electronic elements with their songs and I'm sure no track on the album will be considered filler. Now if they would only tour the US.
The Teenagers, a band from both Paris and London, will be releasing their debut LP in 2008 as well. I've heard all of their demos which will be featured on the album and though stripped down and minimally produced sound full.
There are plenty other bands coming out with records in 2008 that I am definitely looking forward to. Cut Copy, Sebastian, The Cure, Morrissey, Hot Chip (although you've probably already heard that) and a whole list of others. Dancing definitely will not cease in 2008!
Now onto some music already out there, on the Internet at least, for your years to listen to. First up is an unreleased single from DFA's newest act Hercules and Love Affair. This is a disco tune featuring Antony, of Antony and the Johnsons fame, that will surely cause you to get up and dance. It sounds like a 70's disco tune with modern production. James Murphy's DFA label never fails to deliver some great dance music, they truly are a label you can trust.
Okay, if you've been dancing to every tune I've posted here you are probably in dire need of a break. Your legs are probably tired, your heart rate is unusually high and you need to find some coke...too drink. (What's wrong with Coca Cola?) Lightspeed Champion is perfect music for the morning after a night of partying. Listen to this and your hang over will be that much easier. Disclaimer: While it is the solo project of Dev from Test Icicles, it is a completely different genre of music. It is just as amazing as Test Icicles were, but totally different. You have been notified.
Finally, catchy pop music from a Sweedish duo known as Lo-Fi-Fnk. I've just discovered them and find their album the perfect mix of pop, new wave and rock. This is their lead single from their campy album called Boylife, which was released on Moshi Moshi in 2006. I don't know the status of the group, if they are working on a new album or not. But they are playing a few shows, keep your eyes open for them.
That's all for now, however I am planning on posting my best of 2007 lists next time. I know I'm late but I've been busy and only now have the time to post them. See ya then.
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