Below you will find my list for fav albums of 2011. If you agree/disagree post comments below! and Happy New Year!
10. 4 Beyonce/ Talk that Talk Rihanna: Why I love it: I know I know, I can’t choose, and it’s sort of a cop out but I seriously can’t pick which album I like more. Both have hits which I love, both have songs which I really disliked. B get’s points for being preggs and still doing crazy dance moves in all of her millions of videos released this year. Rih gets points for still sounding original a million reggae-pop albums later. So for now both will be in my top ten at number 10. Favorite songs off the album: Beyonce: Countdown, Love on Top. Rihanna: You Da One, Talk that Talk. For fans of: Destiny’s Child, Mary J Blige, Lady Gaga
9. Whatever Hot Chelle Rae : Why I love it: 2011 Radio airwaves would never have been the same without Hot Chelle Rae’s Tonight Tonight. This album is pure punk-pop perfection. I happen to love random silly lyrics with really catchy tunes. If you do too then you will definitely want to give this album a try. Another reason why I love this album? It makes me feel like a high school girl again and I can always use an album that makes me feel young. Favorite Songs off the Album: I Like it Like That, Honestly, Whatever. For Fans of: The Ready Set, The Click Five, My Favorite Highway
8. Stronger Kelly Clarkson: Why I love it: Good for Kelly. In this album Kelly shows a real maturity which her other albums had been lacking. While there are still tons of pop-hit-anthemy type songs, you can tell that Kelly’s real inner angst has disappeared and she is happy. Not unwilling to try new things the songs on Stronger range in influence from r&b to country but still maintain the pop background that made us fall for Kelly in the first place. Favorite Songs off the Album: What Doesn’t Kill You (Stronger), I Forgive You, You Love Me. For Fans of: Pink, Beyonce, Avril Lavigne
7.Mylo Xyloto Coldplay: Why I love it: Unfortunately for Coldplay, this album could not compare to the brilliance of Viva La Vida. Yet, there are some strokes of brilliance on an album that had a few duds. Apparently this album is a concept album which tells the story of two people who find love in a dystopian society. (Did anyone get that? Because I didn’t, so thanks Internet!) While there is some cool usage of instruments, again the effect is not the same as their brilliant previous album. Favorite Songs off the album: Every Teardrop is a Waterfall, Hurts Like Heaven, Paradise. For Fans of: Radiohead, The Killers, Keane
6. Ceremonials Florence + The Machine: Why I love it: I happen to love Florence’s crazy ass vocals in general. What I love about Ceremonials is Florence could have had an album which was similar and in a way repeated Lungs. However instead, Flo + the machine gave us something completely different. Yes, her lilting voice remains powerful and full, but the depth of the songs is far greater on Ceremonials. Favorite songs off the album: Shake it Out, Breaking Down, Never Let Me Go. For Fans of: Imogen Heap, Regina Spektor, Marina and the Diamonds
5. El Camino The Black Keys: Why I love it: Omfg where have the black keys been all my life. To me, the Black Keys are one of the great bluegrass/rock bands of our time. Why they didn’t become famous until last year is beyond me honestly. This album is chock full of great songs. The one negative a person could say about this album, as opposed to lets say their previous album Brothers, is that many of the songs use repetitive chords and instruments. But that being said a hit is a hit and this album is full of them. Favorite songs off the album: Gold On Ceiling, Lonely Boy, Run Right Back. For Fans of : The White Stripes, Mumford and Sons, Wolfmother
4. Born This Way Lady Gaga: Why I love it: I know many of you may be surprised that Gaga’s album is only at #4 and not higher, but honestly, born this way is just not as good as the ultimate album Fame Monster. It did have some great songs, and some good ones, but also ones I just didn’t LOVE and that’s why its here. That being said, Gaga can produce a hit. Just check out all the singles she has released off of this album (5 and counting! Take that Katy Perry!). Many haters will say that instead of sounding new and fresh her songs sound like they belong in the 80’s. To them I say, 80’s music kicks ass! Favorite Songs off the album: You and I, Fashion of His Love, Born This Way. For Fans of: Madonna, Ke$ha, Gwen Stefani
3. Wasting Light Foo Fighters: Why I love it: Just when I thought Foo Fighters couldn’t get better they came out of the woodwork with Wasting Light. If you ever find yourself questioning what rock music is/can be today then just listen to this album. All of the tracks have intense hard rock edge and amazing guitar and drum work. Dave Grohl, as lead, never ceases to amaze me and makes me wonder, how if Kurt Cobain had still been alive, if he would have ever have broken out of the background and into the spotlight. Favorite Songs off the album: Walk, These Days, Rope. For Fans of: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Weezer, Muse
2. Watch The Throne Jay Z & Kanye West: Why I love It: Who would have ever guessed that putting two amazing rappers in one album would create epic awesomeness? I would! Why wasn’t this done before? Seriously! Ye’ and Jay make an amazing pair and continue to play off of one another in every song/rap. This album should remind rappers everywhere that all you need is a little collaborative effort and all of your haters will turn into admirers. Favorite songs off the album: Otis, Made In America, That’s My Bitch. For Fans of: Eminem, Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco
1. 21 Adele: Why I love it: Yes, I know Rolling in the Deep and Someone Like You are crazy over played, but, remember when they weren’t? Remember getting your hands on Adele’s new album and the feeling of OMG I have totally been through the exact same thing with my ex? Because if you did not feel that way, then you are either not a girl, or do not have a heart. This album was groundbreaking. Adele’s voice reinvented what it means to HAVE a good voice in this day in age (what with all the auto tuning going on). Yes, many of you know that I have a serious girl crush on her, but that aside, Adele can belt it out! Favorite songs off the album: I’ll Be Waiting, Set Fire to the Rain, Don’t You Remember. For Fans of: Amy Winehouse, Duffy, Fiona Apple
