for all things music that are worth a listen, but you may never have come across.here are my favorite albums of 2011, from 10-1 like a proper countdown:
- William Fitzsimmons, “Gold in The Shadow”
- The Lonely Forest, “Arrows”
- Jack’s Mannequin, “People and Things”
- States, “Room to Run”
- Ben Sollee, “Inclusions”
- Augustana, “Augustana”
- Manchester Orchestra, “Simple Math”
- Kevin Devine, “Between The Concrete & Clouds”
- Owen, “Ghost Town“
- The Damnwells, “No One Listens to The Band Anymore”
My five honorable mentions, in no order:
- Death Cab for Cutie, “Codes and Keys”
- Brandi Carlile, “Live at Benaroya Hall”
- City and Colour, “Little Hell”
- Middle Brother, “Middle Brother”
- Hoots & Hellmouth, “Salt”
Here’s hoping for much excitement and more great music in 2012.
