I think later is better, there are still new albums coming out. For instance, the new The Good The Bad and The Queen just came out today. I guess a separate thread for best of lists would make sense.
Yeah, this is a ridiculously good album. I haven't compiled my "best albums of the year" list yet, but I've got a feeling this will be at or near the top.
Glad to see how much you liked both of those! I'm nowhere near ready to start finalizing my lists, but both will be high on mine as well. Also wanted to give kudos for two other albums I love on your list - both surprisingly killer records that, for some reason, didn't expect much out of.
Just wondering if your vinyl copy of Maarja Nuut & Ruum Muunduja is as good as the digital version, mine seems to have some overloaded bits? (Have only listened twice so will need to go back to b more specific, not just the end of track 8!)
I'd have to assume you are talking about the second track, right? That's the only one pushing it, the rest are pretty low in average level and much more dynamic, though must confess I don't notice any overload on either the digital or the vinyl (just played the download this morning). But I mostly listen to the vinyl, and no complaints, love this record, may well end up my favorite this year in the long run. Edit: Oh, I guess you are asking if my vinyl is overloaded, didn't quite follow, but I haven't noticed that, thought it sounded pretty nice, I'm using a Clearaudio table and Benz Micro Wood cartridge for reference, see profile.
I'll check my set-up again, though I just played the new DCD and that was pretty good, barring a few pops, might have got a dud copy
OK, I've finally gotten a chance to check out Maarja Nuut $ Ruum, and really liked what I've heard so far--will definitely be following up! Next on my list of artists to check out will be Mitski. In a different direction, I checked out the new Elvis Costello, and absolutely loved it. Never been a fan of his previously, but the new album is right up my alley. I'm not sure whether anyone posted a video from the Maarja Nuut & Ruum, but here is a nice one:
The Maarja Nuut & Ruum record is ace, really off the charts for a debut, as I said above, may be my favorite of 2018, so glad it came my way, just a lot of very good records this year. The Mitski record is pretty great too, gotta find a more permanent place for that poster ... Best New Albums of 2018 I've been listening to the Cat Power record a lot today, it is really good, I have this dumb bias she'll never do something as endearing and influential as Moon Pix again, or even You Are Free, and she probably won't, but no matter, Wanderer is still really nice and I've played it a few times today, I'd love to have an album like that to my credit.
I'll report back when I've heard the whole Maarja Nuut album, but the two tracks I've heard were both stellar. This is looking like a great year for new musical discoveries. By the way, have you heard the recent Beautify Junkyards album? Seems like it would be up your alley. Sort of combines aspects of Nuut, Broadcast, and Dead Can Dance.
Wow, that does sound like me, thanks, I'll explore And give a listen to the Egyptology and Rival Consoles albums if you get a chance, really good stuff, if that kosmische eno ambient sound is part of your comfort zone.
It's too bad Ultimate Painting decided not to release Up!, because it's one of my favorites of the year
I'd like to thank the thread and to +1 an album that was mentioned at the beggining of the year. The debut by Olden Yolk It has really grown on me and I don't go more than a few weeks without playing it. Kind of an unassuming creeper but the songs and sound are great! Folky psych rock w nice harmonies and just enough weird. Thanks for the rec and check it out!
I've done a lot of typing, so please do vote in these polls... Mojo's 2018 polls: New albums: Mojo’s best albums of 2018 - numbers 50–26 New albums: Mojo’s best albums of 2018 - numbers 25–01 Reissues: Mojo's 20 best reissues of 2018 Mojo's 2017 polls: New albums: Mojo’s best albums of 2017 - numbers 50–26: New albums: Mojo’s best albums of 2017 - numbers 25–1: Reissues: Mojo’s 20 best reissues of 2017 Mojo's 2016 list: New albums: 2016's best albums - according to Mojo magazine ••• Uncut's 2018 lists: New albums: 2018's best albums - according to Uncut magazine (50–26) New albums: 2018's best albums - according to Uncut magazine (25–1) Archive albums: 2018's best ARCHIVE releases - according to Uncut magazine Uncut's 2017 list: Archive albums: 2017's best ARCHIVE releases - according to Uncut magazine Uncut's 2016 lists: New albums: 2016's best albums - according to Uncut magazine Archive albums: 2016's best ARCHIVE releases - according to Uncut magazine
That Mingus live album is up there. Zappa live at Roxy, too. Also, the John Renbourn in Kyoto 1978. I wasn’t too hot on the Uncut list, but I am too hot on the Uncut list compared to the Mojo general list. Nice that they did a reissue/archival list, though.
In my experience, @Chrome_Head has started a "What are YOUR top ten albums of the year?" thread for the past few years. I like having a thread separate from this great one, just for people to gather their thoughts and decide on a personal top ten. Chrome_Head, are you planning on doing the same for 2018? I've been spending the past week exploring many albums I missed or gave only a cursory listen over the year as I decide on my top ten for the year. My goal every year is to find at least ten albums that I can honestly say I love and will revisit in years to come. I've been successful in finding that the past few years and I think 2018 will be no different.
I really like Blackberry Smoke's Find A Light Some of their songs sound like a dead ringer for Lynyrd Skynyrd. Perhaps too much, but I don't care really. Really great rock and roll!
Yes, been meaning to do that. Thanks for the reminder. Off the top of my head, I feel like it might be struggle for me to get to 10 this year, until I start really thinking about it. There has been some amazing stuff come out this year. Edit: the thread is now up: What are your top 10 albums of 2018?
Janelle Monae's Dirty Computer is the one I've listened to most. Also: Hell-On by Neko Case; Record by Tracey Thorn; 13 Rivers by Richard Thompson
Received Maisha There Is A Place last night and it is great. Currently on my second spin. All the main soloists are female and I’ll be seeking out more of their music. Was only familiar with Nubya Garci previously. Shirley Tetteh plays guitar and Amané Suganami is on keys. Anyone who likes Kamasi should definitely check this one out.
Holy Fawn - Death Spells. Sad shoegaze Santa Claus with black metal reindeer. DEATH SPELLS, by HOLY FAWN
