The Decline (1999)

"[The recording of The Decline was a] nightmare! Recording this fuck was a total nightmare. Writing it was a total nightmare. I'm glad we did it but I wouldn't do it again. We went back to the studio 3 different times and added stuff and remixed and remastered 4 times. It ain't no rock opera like The Song Remains the Same or nothing. We got the idea from Subhumans, not Rush. Why an 18 minute song? Just to do something different. We've done enough short songs, time for a long one. Anyway, my advice, never try this song at home."

Where are all the stupid people from, and how'd they get so dumb?

Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots (2002)

An album about a girl fighting robots done in a psychedelic pop sort of way. What's not to like?

Cause I'm a man and not a boy, and there are things you can't avoid. / You have to face them when you're not prepared.

Remain In Light (1980)

Considered by some to be one of the Talking Heads' best albums, it contains the hit Once In a Lifetime... The rest of the album just so happens to be pretty good, too.

Same as it ever was, same as it ever was.

Colors Live (2008)

BTBAM's performance of Colors at Rocketown in Nashville, TN.

A spaceman, that's what they say I am.

Unquestionable Presence (1991) [2005 Rerelease]

Happy Christmas, have some Atheist.

And nature becomes illegal
According to rules
Made by fools

El Camino (2011)

Latest album from talented blues/garage rock duo. The car on the front isn't an El Camino.

Well I'm so above you and it's plain to see.

Houkago Tea Time II (2010)

Kyoto Animation really doesn't mess around with the music end of their shows. This double album coincides with the second season of the anime, with the first disk being the "studio" versions and the second disk being the "cassette" versions. Merii kurisumasu~

大切なあなたにカラメルソ\ース 

Pink Magick (2011)

The most recent release from the pretentious duo.

So how do you pronounce "DRGNFKR" anyway?

Sad Sappy Sucker (2001)

Originally intended to be their debut, this album was shelved until it was finally released on the heels of The Moon & Antarctica. Not much changed to the album in the period from recording to release, except for the addition of the last nine tracks, which were all taken from Brock's answering machine. Probably their least contentious album, but still worthy of a listen.

Chokin on a mouthful of lost thoughts.

The Complexity of Light (2009)

Uploading this on behalf of a friend of mine. Not only did he see them live, but he also got a free copy of this EP and had it signed. So lucky, I swear.

My hands are an instrument of grace.

Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1991)

The album that launched RHCP into the international spotlight, it's a huge shift from their previous album and is considered one of the catalysts for the alternative boom of the 90's.

There is no other memory so sad and sweet, I'll see you soon, save me a seat.

Motorcade of Generosity (1994)

Their debut album, mostly known for "Rock 'N' Roll Lifestyle". It is, as you would expect, a strong album that is certainly one of my favorites. Also, if you want interesting lyrics, this album does not disappoint.

Your feet are dry with the ashes from dead babies.

Quadrophenia (1973)

The Who's rock opera about Jimmy dealing with his four personalities and is probably the Who's best received album in the US. This is the 1996 re-master.

Only love can make it rain, like the sweat of lovers' laying in the fields.

The Great Misdirect (2009)

Quite a lot of build up for this one before it was released. It surely doesn't disappoint. Unfortunately, the Deluxe Edition doesn't come with much more than a special case and a DVD.

I'm the loneliest boat on this entire body of water.

Are You Experienced? (1967)

If you don't know who Jimi Hendrix is, I am extremely disappointed in you. The blog does not endorse the consumption of drugs in order to enhance listening experiences. Not re-mastered, any issues from the original recording will be there.

Your mysterious mountains I wish to see closer, may I land my kinky machine?

LCD Soundsystem (2005)

The best thing to come out of the past years.

Daft Punk is playing at my house. (My house!)

Colma (1998)

The album was recorded for Buckethead's mother because she was sick with colon cancer, and he wanted to make an album which she would enjoy listening to while recovering.

"So wistful and flows so gently, you have to believe it was inspired by a real moment."

Aoxomoxoa (1969)

The quintessential hippie band in probably their most experimental album. Not re-mastered, so any errors from the original recording are going to be there. It's "ox-oh-mox-oh-ah."


Hipsters, tripsters, real cool chicks, sir.

The Hunter (2011)

A little more pop, a little less progressive. A little more catchy, a little less interesting. While a great album, not a great Mastodon album.

I'm on my way back home.

Hate (2002)

This is one of my personal eargasm selections, which I shove down people's throats whenever they ask for a new album to try out... and for very good reason. For the weeaboos in the audience, this is the album containing the opening theme to Gunslinger Girl.

Maybe soon, we'll find peace in another world.

Gloss Drop (2011)

Unless it would be a good thing, I probably wouldn't want to drop a gloss, whatever it is. Either way, this album is a pretty high contender for best album of 2011 for me. While not as good as Mirrored, it's exceptional.

Dame un helado derritiéndose.

A Picture of Nectar (1992)

An eclectic album, to say the least. Phish's well-known jam style is very evident.

The solar garlic starts to rot, was it for this my life I sought?

Pink (2006)

Noise rock by the legendary Japanese trio known as Boris, with sounds ranging from almost shoegaze to reverse drone doom. (yes, the album came out in 2005, but the initial US release, which this came from, came out in 2006)

You know how to make a choice?

New Brighton (2011)

Vancouver-based Said the Whale's brand new EP. Indie rock at its finest.

I got the most important line for you.

Fear of a Blank Planet (2007)

An incredible prog rock album that is like staring into a mirror in many (rather depressing) ways due to its themes of social alienation and the like in the digital age.

Only apathy from the pills in me.

Stadium Arcadium (2006)

Their most well received album.

What in the world does your company take me for?

Beyond the Permafrost (2007)

None so cold
Frozen soul

Paranoid (1970)

A classic.

Supernatural king takes Earth under his wing.

Twilight of the Thunder God (2008)

Thor! Hlödyn's son
Protector of mankind
Ride to meet your fate
Ragnarök awaits

Flight of the Conchords (2008)

The debut comedy album from the New Zealand duo.

Standing in the sitting room.

The Discovery (2011)

I'm too lazy to make an actual post.

Vampire Weekend (2008)

A first album with a cover that isn't very contentious.

Who gives a fuck about an Oxford Comma?

Contra (2010)

A second album with a far more contentious cover.

But winter's cold is too much to handle.

Ritual (2011)

By far one of their best albums, and certainly a contender for one of the best metal albums of 2011.

Dead in between the roaming spirit world where the living do not see "it's just a game".

Wish You Were Here (1975)

The second of Pink Floyd's big four albums.

And did they get you to trade your heroes for ghosts?

Colors (2007)

Without a doubt their most popular album. You could say that this one is what really propelled them into the notoriety that they currently hold. To be honest, it really is one of the best pieces of music they have ever composed, even given the lineup changes from the band's inception.

The monsters are made, and we have proven that we will be one of them.

Take This to Your Grave (2003)

Punk guys meet not-exactly-mainstream success with second LP. Not quite 2deep4you, but not quite 2shallow4us.

I'm good to go, and I'm going nowhere fast.

Everywhere and His Nasty Parlour Tricks (2001)

An EP that came out right after The Moon & Antarctica (which Nvay happened to upload at the start of November). Features seven new songs and one of the singles from the album. Basically everything you could have wanted and more.

I never knew nothin' so there's nothin' to forget.

UUVVWWZ (2009)

A band with a really stupid name featuring a girl with a color for a name on vocals.

My dad thinks he's math.

Option Paralysis (2010)

The fourth album by the critically acclaimed pioneers of mathcore. Certainly not as heavy as their debut, but still up and even above the standards of the rest of their discography.

We reap what we sow and it's a difficult crop, but we keep cutting down.