5 reasons why music will still be great in 2007 (guaranteed)

lately it seems like new year prediction lists are as ubiquitous as annual year end lists – but this list is different – these aren't predictions, they’re full-on declarations of greatness. 5 records due for release imminently, that I’ve already had the opportunity to listen to and fall in love with… (hence, the guarantee… of sorts).



1. Apostle of Hustle – National Anthem of Nowhere
I’d kind of been anticipating this since last January when I heard Andrew (Apostle of Hustle) Whiteman debut the title track for the album at a solo performance. This record is one of the most incredibly focused musical collages I’ve heard in ages. I personally find it miles more accessible than ‘Folkloric Feel’ – with songs like Cheap Like Sebastian and Chances Are proving that Whiteman knows how to write exceptional and challenging alternative pop songs without the help of his other band. I guarantee that this record will turn heads and ears when it drops February 6th.



2. The Shins – Wincing the Night Away
For reals. This record is everything I’d hoped it’d be. Yes(!), the wicked pop melodies are still all over the album, but Wincing offers so much more – with songs like Sleeping Lessions and the 56 second ditty Pam Berry showing that the band’s musical palate has grown considerably. Somehow, The Shins seem to mature just enough with each release – exploring new musical territory, while still remaining true to the classic idiosyncratic songcraft that they built their reputation on. In stores, Janurary 23rd.

…wait, that’s only 2 reasons!?! – don’t worry more reasons are on the way real soon (i promise). I just have to go home now :)

Posted by Geoff M at January 5, 2007 04:37 PM

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