#39. Lonesome Dreams - Lord Huron (2012)I just heard this album maybe 2 weeks ago, and it has already found its place on my Top 50 list. Might be a bit quick to judge, but I really enjoyed this album, and gave it several spins. I was searching on Sputnik and found this, and I don't think there's a thread here for it. Another really happy, almost dreamy album; It's one of those albums you can just put on headphones and drift off. That's what I did and it was quite a wonderful experience. Not sure if anyone else has heard this, but it's a really solid album. Something you really have to be in the mood for, but it's some of the most beautiful music I've heard in a long time.
Favorite Track: The Ghost On The Shore#38. Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends - Coldplay (2008)Yeah yeah, I get it. This band sucks major donkey dong. Well, this is the last you're gonna see of them
This album is easily my favorite Coldplay album (is that really saying anything?). Of course it is. This album is haunting in a very gorgeous way. I probably can't explain why I like this band, but I guess I don't need to. This is a band I can listen to , and it really helps clear my mind, and positive thoughts start rushing through my head. The final track is simply amazing, and it never fails to give me chills. Every time. Gah lee. I can just see you all with face palming as you read this. Anyhooooooooooooo, See ya Coldplay.
Favorite Track: Death and All His Friends#37. Flying Colors - Flying Colors (2012)As soon as I saw this "supergroup" of Portnoy, Steve, Neal, and others, I knew I had to get this. It really intrigued me because it wasn't a prog rock project, like I thought. It turned out it was basically a rock/pop kinda project, which was cool and new to my ears, especially from these guys. I spun this album countless times as soon as I got it, and it was in heavy rotation for months. Great musicianship on this album, and Casey is just an outstanding vocalist. I really wanna see these guys live, because I'm sure they can put on a great show. One thing on this album that makes me laugh is the end of Shoulda Coulda Woulda, it's like Portnoy forgot he wasn't playing drums on Train of Thought. Very fun album, and I had to have it in my top 50.
Favorite Track: Everything Changes#36. Peace Sells...But Who's Buying? - Megadeth (1986)Talk about some of the best metal in existence: classic Megadeth. Megadeth was the first heavy metal band I got into, and I still listen to them to this day, especially their older material. I've always thought they were light years ahead of Metallica. It took me a bit to get used to Mustaine's vocals, but I've really come to appreciate them, as they come off very angry and emotional. Megadeth's songs are basically extreme riff-fests, and they've come up with some really brilliant guitar parts that'll make your head spin. Megadeth was a gateway band for me, but that doesn't mean they leave my rotation. They are always a fun listen, and they never seem to get old.
Favorite Track: Good Mourning/Black Friday