CrashSplat, BANG!

Ok here are my top ten albums of 2007. I listened to a lot of music this year (that was one of last year’s resolutions). Some from artists I’ve loved for a long time, and many others were totally new to me. All in all is was a decent year for tunes.

1. The Historical Conquest of Josh Ritter - Josh Ritter
   It’s hard to find a bad song on this album. The tunes are singable and I’ve had this on the playlist since it came out. I had a chance to see him in concert at The Cat’s Cradle back in November and it was one of the greatest live shows I’ve seen in a long time.
2. Challengers - The New Pornographers
   This was the first Pornographers (interesting name) album for me, and it didn’t disappoint. Most of the tunes are great, but I really like “All the Old Showstoppers”, and “Myriad Harbour”.
3. Traffic and Weather - Fountains of Wayne
   This album is just plain fun. These guys are real story tellers. Often I don’t know whether to sing along or laugh out loud, but mostly I just smile. This album is really good. “Someone to Love” and “‘92 Subaru” are my faves.
4. Asleep at Heaven’s Gate - Rogue Wave
   Rogue Wave was a new find for me this year. Really soothing and interesting sounds. I’ve played this one a lot.
5. In Rainbows - Radiohead
   It’s Radiohead, what can you say? I’ve actually had a hard time with some of their stuff in the recent past, but this album is great. I also love the distribution method. These guys always seem to be shaking things up.
6. The Stage Names - Okkervil River
   Another really fun album. I saw them at The Cat’s Cradle back in October. It was a very lively show and great fun.
7. The Shepherd’s Dog - Iron & Wine
   It took a few plays before I really got into this one, but when I did I listened nonstop. Thanks to Mr. Murphy for this one.
8. Sky Blue Sky - Wilco
   It’s Wilco, BUY IT!
9. The Ringing Bell - Derek Webb
   Another great album from Webb. I really like “I Wanna Marry You All Over Again”, and “This Too Shall Be Made Right”. I had the chance to see Derek at The Lincoln Theatre in 07 and he was great.
10. Wincing the Night Away - The Shins
    First Shins album for me. It’s good, check it out.

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