I've gotten really behind on this blog. Unintentionally. I wanted to do the "favorite 5 or 10 songs" daily thing, and I will try to revisit that later this month when work is a little less hectic and I remember. But I've really been digging into my other blog and haven't had any clear thoughts about music or other things in general to post about. But I figured tonight was as good as any to discuss my whereabouts.
I did follow some of the top album and top song lists from the different music magazine and e-zines. I was happy to see that I had heard at least 50% of the records, but more importantly I was glad that a few artists I like who released an album last year received some critical praise. First and foremost I am glad the Black Keys released a very good record that was well received (I have spoken ad nauseum about my love for this band in an earlier blog). Arcade Fire released the fantastic The Suburbs, an album that gets better and better by the listen. LCD Soundsystem released This is Happening, which I am 50-50 on; I think I need to listen to it again. Vampire Weekend released a good album, as did Spoon and Eminem.
Even more, though--I feel like I have expanded my musical palette this year in leaps and bounds. If I hadn't started my first blog, would I have heard Janelle Monae? M.I.A.? The National? Sleigh Bells? And those are just rock bands, rappers, and R&B stars. I also heard a great jazz record by Vijay Iyer Trio, great country albums by Emmylou Harris and Patty Griffith, and many other albums that I may not have heard otherwise. I may have gotten stuck listening to the tried and true or lesser albums from artists I like. I am glad music evolves.
So anyway, I do plan to write more. I will get back to my daily postings...er, maybe not always daily, but more frequently. Happy New Year, everyone!
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