Deerhunter - Halcyon Digest
Three albums up and three home runs accredited to Deerhunter. 2007's Cryptograms really started a movement for into the softer, darker indie rock scene that has lead me to bands such as Liars, Dan Deacon and well Atlas Sound. 2008's Microcastle brought about a bigger, better Deerhunter with a little more riff in the guitar and a little more beat on the drum. Let's not forget Nothing Ever Happened as well, which in my opinion is one of the best tracks of the 2000's. However, it 2010's Halcyon Digest that creates a full and complete album by this Atlanta quartet. It's dynamic, provocative, and most importantly very enjoyable. It's a great album to listen to in the early evening when the sun is fading. Trust me!
Rating = 8.9
Sleigh Bells - Treats
The essence of the phrase "Rock out with your Cock out" is experienced in Sleigh Bell's indie rap-rock duo collaboration. Treats is more than loud beats, heavy screams, and nasty guitar riffs. It's the start of something special. The sky is the limit with Sleigh Bell's. I know this album came out a while ago, but it hasn't been until lately that I have begun to realize the impact that it WILL have on the music world. The is no way Sleigh Bell's should ever make a bad album and I am so excited to see what the do next!
Rating = 8.7
Interpol - Interpol
There is a song on this album called "The Undoing" and with the departure of bassist Carlos D and this shitty album the once great and powerful Interpol seem to be in the midst of their undoing. Their self-titled fourth album is unbearable and unoriginal. It takes no direction, has no thought and it seems phoned-in. Turn On The Bright Lights is one of the 100 greatest albums ever! This is one of the worst albums from a major band in some time. I love Interpol and even I think this one blew hard. Try a little harder next time guys!
Rating = 3.9
