avecigrec
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Oh man, I hope the border doesn't hold mine up too long, I've been trying to hold out to listen until it arrives. This is making it much harder to do so!
Which is a good thing.
Needles & Grooves AotM///Vol. 32 February 2022/// The Faint - Wet From Birth
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Oh man, I hope the border doesn't hold mine up too long, I've been trying to hold out to listen until it arrives. This is making it much harder to do so!
Which is a good thing.
Yoko is such a great album. One of the ones that we'd a vinyl (re)press urgently
scotthilk
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Day 21 of ALBUMS THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT, BUT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO has been posted above.
10 days left!
Glad to see people are starting to receive their Faint record! I am working on the Q&A for mid-February, so I am hoping you've listened to and digested the album by then!
Just a side note - since this isn't AotM until Feb, I am mostly posting my "31 other albums" and having light dialogue about the album.
But - come February, I'd love to chat about reactions to this album, what you liked / didn't like, and also point you towards the Q&A thread!
10 days left!
Glad to see people are starting to receive their Faint record! I am working on the Q&A for mid-February, so I am hoping you've listened to and digested the album by then!
Just a side note - since this isn't AotM until Feb, I am mostly posting my "31 other albums" and having light dialogue about the album.
But - come February, I'd love to chat about reactions to this album, what you liked / didn't like, and also point you towards the Q&A thread!
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scotthilk
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If you're waiting for the album or your first listen.. wait for it! If not, enjoy this video.
CrazyDiamond84
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Such a great album. This made my N&G top 50 all-time albums when we did that.
And in other news, my Saddle Creek order should be here Monday!
scotthilk
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Hell yes on both accounts!!! Let me know once you spin!!
scotthilk
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ALBUMS THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT, BUT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO: (continued, again)
23) Cigarettes After Sex - Cigarettes After Sex (2017)
Why it could have been ROTM: Do you have "nighttime/evening/sleep albums"? That is, albums you only listen to at night when you're winding down? I do. The millisecond I heard this album, I fell in love with it. It has relaxed me and rocked me to sleep more times than I can count. Their sound is always consistent, and they don't stray away too far from what they do best. Sometimes, I need an album to set a mood - and this one definitely does! For fans of The xx and Beach House.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: John Wayne
24) Ambulance LTD - LP (2004)
Why it could have been ROTM: One of my favorite albums of all time. It is lyrically smart, musically sharp, and cohesive as a whole. It's a shame these guys didn't release more than one album. However, a walk-off home run ain't so bad. I highly suggest you listen to this album with your morning coffee, or your evening coffee.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Heavy Lifting
25) Curtis Mayfield - Curtis / Live! (1971)
Why it could have been ROTM: One of the greatest concert albums ever cut on a soul artist, and one of the legendary live albums of all time. This recording genuinely gives you the feeling you were there (vinyl sounds great!). Curtis' voice never disappoints, and the crowd interactions definitely make this one memorable. Truly one of my favorite, if not favorite, live recordings.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Mighty Mighty (Spade and Whitey)
26) Busdriver - Temporary Forever (2002)
Why it could have been ROTM: Temporary Forever introduces one of the most imaginative talents to ever grace the rap world. If you're sampling Classical music and rapping over it, it's getting my attention. His adenoidal flow, a breathless bundle of consonants and exclamation points, will challenge anyone looking to tune the MC out. If you like Busta Rhymes, you'll love Busdriver. Listen to the song below. Possibly my most listened to rap song of all time.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Imaginary Places
27) Miniature Tigers - Tell It To The Volcano (2008)
Why it could have been ROTM: More indie pop/rock! This band is fun. I love Charlie Brand's (singer) lyrics and voice. Mini Tigers have become somewhat of a comfort food band for me. A lot of their tracks made the first playlist (on a CD!) that I made for my wife. Sealed the deal. Check them out!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Hot Venom
28) of Montreal - Skeletal Lamping (2008)
Why it could have been ROTM: Kevin Barnes (singer/band leader) said about the title: "This record is my attempt to bring all of my puzzling, contradicting, disturbing, humorous... fantasies, ruminations and observations to the surface, so that I can better dissect and understand their reason for being in my head. Barnes described his concept for the follow-up to Hissing Fauna, Are You the Destroyer? as an album composed of hundreds of consecutive short segments ranging from thirty to fifty seconds in length, with the intention that it "feel like one long piece with hundreds of movements." A true rollercoaster of an album for those as ADD as me - brought to you by another Elephant 6 band.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: An Eluardian Instance
29) Slightly Stoopid - Live & Direct: Acoustic Roots (2004)
Why it could have been ROTM: I had a tough time picking between this album and other albums of theirs - but this one edged out. Two guitars and two voices. Thas' it! I love all of these songs, rhythms, and the blend of voices. Two extremely talented guys who carried the torch in a post-SUBLIME reggae/rock world. I could have picked 31 reggae artists for these - but - had to spread the love. The last reggae-ish submission is this one. Check em' out! Recorded in one live take.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Fire Shot
30) The Faint - Blank-Wave Arcade (1999)
Why it could have been ROTM: And we've come full circle! The Faint's second proper album is where they introduced their new dance-punk-electro style sound. Although slightly more raw and unproduced than their work that would come after, some of my absolute favorite Faint songs are on this record. If you're doing a dive into the band after you listen to your AotM, I'd recommend this one next!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Sex Is Personal
31) The Faint - Danse Macabre (2001)
Why it could have been ROTM: Last but not least - more Faint! This album is often regarded as their best by fans and critics. Building on the sound they started with their previous album (above), The Faint refine their electro-dance style and grow lyrically. Some true goth-dance party bangers on this one!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Agenda Suicide
23) Cigarettes After Sex - Cigarettes After Sex (2017)
Why it could have been ROTM: Do you have "nighttime/evening/sleep albums"? That is, albums you only listen to at night when you're winding down? I do. The millisecond I heard this album, I fell in love with it. It has relaxed me and rocked me to sleep more times than I can count. Their sound is always consistent, and they don't stray away too far from what they do best. Sometimes, I need an album to set a mood - and this one definitely does! For fans of The xx and Beach House.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: John Wayne
24) Ambulance LTD - LP (2004)
Why it could have been ROTM: One of my favorite albums of all time. It is lyrically smart, musically sharp, and cohesive as a whole. It's a shame these guys didn't release more than one album. However, a walk-off home run ain't so bad. I highly suggest you listen to this album with your morning coffee, or your evening coffee.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Heavy Lifting
25) Curtis Mayfield - Curtis / Live! (1971)
Why it could have been ROTM: One of the greatest concert albums ever cut on a soul artist, and one of the legendary live albums of all time. This recording genuinely gives you the feeling you were there (vinyl sounds great!). Curtis' voice never disappoints, and the crowd interactions definitely make this one memorable. Truly one of my favorite, if not favorite, live recordings.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Mighty Mighty (Spade and Whitey)
26) Busdriver - Temporary Forever (2002)
Why it could have been ROTM: Temporary Forever introduces one of the most imaginative talents to ever grace the rap world. If you're sampling Classical music and rapping over it, it's getting my attention. His adenoidal flow, a breathless bundle of consonants and exclamation points, will challenge anyone looking to tune the MC out. If you like Busta Rhymes, you'll love Busdriver. Listen to the song below. Possibly my most listened to rap song of all time.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Imaginary Places
27) Miniature Tigers - Tell It To The Volcano (2008)
Why it could have been ROTM: More indie pop/rock! This band is fun. I love Charlie Brand's (singer) lyrics and voice. Mini Tigers have become somewhat of a comfort food band for me. A lot of their tracks made the first playlist (on a CD!) that I made for my wife. Sealed the deal. Check them out!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Hot Venom
28) of Montreal - Skeletal Lamping (2008)
Why it could have been ROTM: Kevin Barnes (singer/band leader) said about the title: "This record is my attempt to bring all of my puzzling, contradicting, disturbing, humorous... fantasies, ruminations and observations to the surface, so that I can better dissect and understand their reason for being in my head. Barnes described his concept for the follow-up to Hissing Fauna, Are You the Destroyer? as an album composed of hundreds of consecutive short segments ranging from thirty to fifty seconds in length, with the intention that it "feel like one long piece with hundreds of movements." A true rollercoaster of an album for those as ADD as me - brought to you by another Elephant 6 band.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: An Eluardian Instance
29) Slightly Stoopid - Live & Direct: Acoustic Roots (2004)
Why it could have been ROTM: I had a tough time picking between this album and other albums of theirs - but this one edged out. Two guitars and two voices. Thas' it! I love all of these songs, rhythms, and the blend of voices. Two extremely talented guys who carried the torch in a post-SUBLIME reggae/rock world. I could have picked 31 reggae artists for these - but - had to spread the love. The last reggae-ish submission is this one. Check em' out! Recorded in one live take.
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Fire Shot
30) The Faint - Blank-Wave Arcade (1999)
Why it could have been ROTM: And we've come full circle! The Faint's second proper album is where they introduced their new dance-punk-electro style sound. Although slightly more raw and unproduced than their work that would come after, some of my absolute favorite Faint songs are on this record. If you're doing a dive into the band after you listen to your AotM, I'd recommend this one next!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Sex Is Personal
31) The Faint - Danse Macabre (2001)
Why it could have been ROTM: Last but not least - more Faint! This album is often regarded as their best by fans and critics. Building on the sound they started with their previous album (above), The Faint refine their electro-dance style and grow lyrically. Some true goth-dance party bangers on this one!
Listen to this song, and if you love it - stream the album. If you hate it, skip the album and move on: Agenda Suicide
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scotthilk
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Anyone else get their record yet?!
scotthilk
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Awesome!
mgp
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Mine showed up on Saturday.
My listening room (a/k/a basement) has been out of commission for a couple of months because of a flood. This is going to be my motivation to get it back up and running. Thanks!!
CrazyDiamond84
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TrainFan73
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Mine should be here tomorrow or Wednesday…
scotthilk
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Dude! Nice! Their two best (with Blank Wave as a distant third...)
scotthilk
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Day 25 of ALBUMS THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT, BUT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO has been posted above.
We're almost to the end of the announcement / HYPE period. Can't wait for everyone to get their records and chat about the album soon!
We're almost to the end of the announcement / HYPE period. Can't wait for everyone to get their records and chat about the album soon!
avecigrec
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Hoping this week, but only Bowie today.
scotthilk
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Day 26 of ALBUMS THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT, BUT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO has been posted above.
5 days left! Anyone listening?
5 days left! Anyone listening?
avecigrec
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Day 26 of ALBUMS THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT, BUT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO has been posted above.
5 days left! Anyone listening?
I really need to check this album, I love his other ones I've heard.