Let It Pop!

I saw the movie, Funny People, recently. In this movie, Seth Rogan’s character asks the girl he is interested in, “Do you like music?” Her response was, “Did you just ask me if I like music?” Like duh dip shit, who doesn’t like music. Quite a funny scene and it just shows the awkwardness of trying to pursue the opposite sex. However, this post is not about dating, movies or Seth Rogan’s awkwardness when pursuing a babe, this post is about music. I have so many people ask what I am listening to, or what they should be listening to or for me to recommend music to them. So without further ado I present to you the ten eleven albums, in no specific order, that had the heaviest rotation on my iPod in 2009.

1. Kings of Leon – Only By the Night

This album is very reminiscent of old 1970’s southern rock. It has sort of a nostalgic feel to it and all the remixes I have heard are epic.

2. Kid Kudi – Man on the Moon

What could be better than a rapper who write thoughtful lyrics that don’t mind someone dream about materialistic bullshit? Nothing, that’s why Kid Cudi is so damn good.

3. Damien Rice – O

Not an album from 2009, but this post isn’t about the best albums of 2009, it’s about what I was listening to 2009. While I was in Reno at school, this album was relaxing for homework and was also so great for when I missed Madeline and Kether. O is emotional, beautiful and amazing. Please listen to “Amie” if you haven’t already.

4. The Decemberists – The Crane Wife

I might be biased towards anything the Decemberists put out because they are from Portland, but then again I offer no apologies, this is my blog and it is about my music tastes. This album you can listen to through and through… without changing tracks. The track that shines – “O Valencia”. Check it!

5. Lady Gaga – The Fame

Not since Madonna has the pop world met someone so pop perfect. Lady Gaga is intense, but so is great pop. Pop happens to be my favorite genre, but it has to be great, I tend to like the euro and indie pop types. Lady Gaga is huge now, so I offer zero explanation as to why I like her, I just do. Check out remixes of her here.

6. Gossip – Music for Men

Gossip’s Music for Men is insane. Through and through electrifying and non-stop as far as the dance goes. This chick’s vocals are intense and sound very divaesque on top of great glamorous pop. If you want something to ski to or to get ready for a night on the town, pop in the pop sounds of Gossip and go to it. Check their remixes as well, as well as their tracks “Love Long Distance” and “Pop Goes the World”.

7. La Roux – La Roux

Another crazy pop album that exudes brilliance. The indie pop scene showcases the future of pop and just how good it really can be. Be prepared for longevity of the kind of music that really gets you going and makes you want to dance. If you haven’t heard, then go hear them! There is a continuous argument about whether it is one girl or not, I believe it is her doing vocals and a guy doing the beats. But who cares, continue, please create more pop.

8. Phoenix – Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix

This band was already epic and this album helped them continue to be epic. With their music being played from Old Navy to every indie film out there these guys are sure to keep producing quality tracks with a not-so-in-your-face over production.

9. The xx – xx

The xx, I still don’t know if it is x, x or if its double x but who cares, they are awesome. Their music is this sort of low key pop but you catch yourself being really driven to react. Please listen to anything of theirs, because in my opinion this is one hot album.

10. The Crystal Castles – Crystal Castles

WOW! Not since hearing the Faint’s Danse Macabre have I gotten so excited about an album. These two have it, whatever it is. But you know else feels the same way, Timbaland, to the point of stealing their music and mass producing for millions of dollars. Check out their music, but really listen to the track “Courtship Date,” this is the same beat used for 50 Cent and Justin Timberlake’s “Ayo for Technology”. Don’t believe me, watch the video. However, I am not here to explain copyright protections, I am just saying they must be doing something more than right.

11. Mates of State – Re-Arrange Us

Another album that came out a long time ago, but I don’t care. I love listening to this album, very catchy and rhythmic. This is one of those perfect for any situation albums that can just play over and over. Not really a remixed band, but there are a few of them out there.

Honorable Mentions: Empire of the Sun, Calvin Harris, Friendly Fires, The Firebird Band, Chester French, Cassette Kids, Santogold, Black Kids, Ladyhawke, Metric, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Virgins and Beach House. Music blogs you need to check: Hypem.com, Schitz Popinov and Electrorash

Well there is my music tastes and sources in a nutshell, I could go on and on all day long about music I love. I love music, it’s probably due to the fact that my talents with music are non-existent, ask anyone who knows me well. I hope all this helps you out in searching for the good tunes out there.

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