Top Albums of 2009

I'm hard at work on my "Best of 2009" playlist, but I thought I'd take a moment and post a couple albums that really stood out last year:

Röyksopp - Junior
When I found out about this, I basically played it on repeat in my car for weeks. It's just that good. Even if I had a shitty day, I had a smile on my face by the time I got home.













Kid Cudi - Man on the Moon
Although pretty much everything else released in 2009 pales in comparison to the new Röyksopp, this album is pretty good. Kid Cudi isn't the best rapper, and the production isn't the best either, but it's different enough and the whole project finds this groove that sits very well with me. Also, I recommend the Deluxe edition because the bonus songs are pretty good.









Brandi Carlile - Give Up the Ghost
Those who know me know I like Brandi Carlile. If anyone is interested, I definitely recommend picking up her debut. However, this is quickly becoming my second favorite album of hers. It's a nice mix of alt-country and pop, with a few honkey tonk jams thrown in for good measure.