Some albums from the year that made us all want change

Last year the music I listened to was primarily electronic. Most tracks coming from LP's and singles. However, I still think it would be fun to list 10 albums from last year I really enjoyed. This doesn't mean they are necessarily my 10 favorite, just 10 albums I think everyone needs to give a listen. Hopefully some of the choices will expand your musical horizons. Also, I don't feel like there is any need to rank the albums. I'm one of those guys that thinks there is a certain song or band for a certain type of mood or situation you're in. Well enough of my talentless writing. Here it goes. Short, simple and unranked.

LCD Soundsystem - "Sound of Silver"

An album full of fun. All I have to say is get it and if you can see them live that's even better. Disco for our generation











Justice - "†"
Well I must not be as hip as I thought I was, but maybe I'm still ahead of many others that are just now finding out about Justice. They have been rocking their hit "Waters of Nazareth" since 2005 even though it is rightfully on their full length today. Now Justice's popularity is booming. Their songs can be heard in cell phone and Cadillac commercials. I'm not sure how many old white people cruize around in their Escalades listening to them though. Regardless, Justice have definitely hit the mainstream and i hope they are here to stay. Welcome to the French Electro Duo that is set to follow in the footsteps of their fellow Parisians, Daft Punk.




M.I.A. - "Kala"

The album is named after M.I.A.'s , Maya Arulpragasam mother , but trust me this is probably not an album for your mom. This album is beatastic. No I'm not just saying that because after seeing her live and was so blown away by her performance that I have developed some kind of celebrity crush on her. This album is filled with creative and funky beats that are definitely not native to America. Crank up the Bass and enjoy :)



Holy Fuck - "LP"

Holy Fucks "LP" appears to not be on any other lists of top albums of 2007, or even Pitchfork's Best New section. That doesn't mean to dismiss it completely. This albums has a real cool vibe to it. There is some kind of Soulwax mixed with Kings of Leon feel to it. Like a electronic jam band full of indie kids. Give it a try on a nice sunny day like we have here in Arizona today :)

Yeasayer - "All Hour Cymbals"

One of my favorite albums of the year...obviously. According to my I-Tunes "All Hour Cymbals" is Psychedelic Rock. To me it sounds like a great mix between two other favorite indie bands of mine; Animal Collective and Grizzly Bear.





Daft Punk - "Alive"
Well I might like this album much more than you because I was lucky enough to see their final show in the U.S. at Vegoose in Las Vegas last October but this album should still get your feet shuffling on the dance floor, kitchen and shower. Too bad it doesn't come with a massive light display and pyramid. But non the less, it is an amazing live set by two of the most legendary electronic artists of all time (Thomas Bangalter & Guy Manuel de Homem-Christo) playing their songs from primarily their three previous albums.