Mark's Top 50 Records of 2005
It's that time of the year again where I like to share with everyone my favorite records of the year. In the past my list has usually been anywhere from 20-25 records but since so many good albums came out this year ive decided to expand the list to 50. Anyways, here it is, hope you all enjoy.
1. LCD Soundsystem- "Self Titled"
2. Out Hud- "Let Us Never Speak Of It Again"
3. And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead- "Worlds Apart"
4. Bloc Party- "Silent Alarm"
5. M.I.A.- "Arular"
6. Gorillaz- "Demon Days"
7. The Go! Team- "Thunder, Lightning, Strike"
8. Wolf Parade- "Apologies To The Queen Mary"
9. Editors- "The Back Room"
10. The Juan Maclean- "Less Than Human"
11. The Decemberists- "Picaresque"
12. The Bravery- "Self Titled"
13. Kasabian- "Self Titled"
14. As I Lay Dying- "Shadows Are Security"
15. M83- "Before The Dawn Heals Us"
16. Hot Chip- "Coming On Strong"
17. Goldfrapp- "Supernature"
18. Kaiser Chiefs- "Employment"
19. British Sea Power- "Open Season"
20. We Are Wolves- "Non Stop Je Te Plie En Deux"
21. Supersystem- "Always Never Again"
22. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah- "Self Titled"
23. Coldplay- "X&Y"
24. Madonna- "Confessions On A Dance Floor"
25. DFA Holiday Mix 2005- "Self Titled"
26. Death Cab For Cutie- "Plans"
27. White Stripes- "Get Behind Me Satan"
28. Annie- "Anniemal"
29. System Of A Down- "Mezmerize"
30. The Raveonettes- "Pretty In Black"
31. Doves- "Some Cities"
32. Broken Social Scene- "Self Titled"
33. Ladytron- "Witching Hour"
34. The Wedding Present- "Take Fountain"
35. Stellastarr*- "Harmonies For The Haunted"
36. Depeche Mode- "Playing The Angel"
37. Annie- "DJ Kicks"
38. Kanye West - "Late Registration"
39. System Of A Down - "Hypnotize"
40. Sigur Ros- "Takk..."
41. The Lovemakers- "Times Of Romance"
42. Bright Eyes- " Im Wide Awake, It's Morning"
43. Nada Surf- "The Weight Is A Gift"
44. Franz Ferdinand- "You Could Have It So Much Better"
45. Elkland- "Golden"
46. New Order- "Waiting For The Sirens' Call"
47. Delia Gonzalez & Gavin Russom- "The Days of Mars
48. Louis XIV- "The Best Little Secrets Are Kept"
49. Black Dice- "Broken Ear Record"
50. Kaos- "Hello Stranger"
Most Dissapointing Records of The Year
*Fischerspooner- "Odyssey"
*Nine Inch Nails- "With Teeth"
*Black Rebel Motorcyle Club- "Howl"
Honorable Mention
*The American Analog Set - "Set Free"
My good friend Chris has put together his list as well here, but I dont think its quite finished yet. Take a look if you'd like. Here's to another great year of music.
It's that time of the year again where I like to share with everyone my favorite records of the year. In the past my list has usually been anywhere from 20-25 records but since so many good albums came out this year ive decided to expand the list to 50. Anyways, here it is, hope you all enjoy.
1. LCD Soundsystem- "Self Titled"
2. Out Hud- "Let Us Never Speak Of It Again"
3. And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead- "Worlds Apart"
4. Bloc Party- "Silent Alarm"
5. M.I.A.- "Arular"
6. Gorillaz- "Demon Days"
7. The Go! Team- "Thunder, Lightning, Strike"
8. Wolf Parade- "Apologies To The Queen Mary"
9. Editors- "The Back Room"
10. The Juan Maclean- "Less Than Human"
11. The Decemberists- "Picaresque"
12. The Bravery- "Self Titled"
13. Kasabian- "Self Titled"
14. As I Lay Dying- "Shadows Are Security"
15. M83- "Before The Dawn Heals Us"
16. Hot Chip- "Coming On Strong"
17. Goldfrapp- "Supernature"
18. Kaiser Chiefs- "Employment"
19. British Sea Power- "Open Season"
20. We Are Wolves- "Non Stop Je Te Plie En Deux"
21. Supersystem- "Always Never Again"
22. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah- "Self Titled"
23. Coldplay- "X&Y"
24. Madonna- "Confessions On A Dance Floor"
25. DFA Holiday Mix 2005- "Self Titled"
26. Death Cab For Cutie- "Plans"
27. White Stripes- "Get Behind Me Satan"
28. Annie- "Anniemal"
29. System Of A Down- "Mezmerize"
30. The Raveonettes- "Pretty In Black"
31. Doves- "Some Cities"
32. Broken Social Scene- "Self Titled"
33. Ladytron- "Witching Hour"
34. The Wedding Present- "Take Fountain"
35. Stellastarr*- "Harmonies For The Haunted"
36. Depeche Mode- "Playing The Angel"
37. Annie- "DJ Kicks"
38. Kanye West - "Late Registration"
39. System Of A Down - "Hypnotize"
40. Sigur Ros- "Takk..."
41. The Lovemakers- "Times Of Romance"
42. Bright Eyes- " Im Wide Awake, It's Morning"
43. Nada Surf- "The Weight Is A Gift"
44. Franz Ferdinand- "You Could Have It So Much Better"
45. Elkland- "Golden"
46. New Order- "Waiting For The Sirens' Call"
47. Delia Gonzalez & Gavin Russom- "The Days of Mars
48. Louis XIV- "The Best Little Secrets Are Kept"
49. Black Dice- "Broken Ear Record"
50. Kaos- "Hello Stranger"
Most Dissapointing Records of The Year
*Fischerspooner- "Odyssey"
*Nine Inch Nails- "With Teeth"
*Black Rebel Motorcyle Club- "Howl"
Honorable Mention
*The American Analog Set - "Set Free"
My good friend Chris has put together his list as well here, but I dont think its quite finished yet. Take a look if you'd like. Here's to another great year of music.
you didn't like Digital Ash for a Digital Urn? I think I liked it better than I'm Wide Awake....
I'm probably going to Air Conditioned Lounge tomorrow night...DJ Sergio is there (he used to be Superfox on here). I like his shit....you should come!