CD-Charts Position 11
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Consolers Of The Lonely

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
from: Warner Brothers

Release Date March 25, 2008
I knew I would be seeing this band at Lollapalooza so I checked them out beforehand. All I knew was that Jack White was in the band, and I had never been a big fan of the White Stripes, but the collaboration with Brenden Benson (the other main singer) and the other musicians turned out to be a godsend! This album is incredible, I haven't stopped listening to it since I bought it nearly a month ago. I highly recommend it to anyone, especially anyone who thinks rock is dead.

CD-Charts Position 12
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Evil Urges

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: My Morning Jacket

Release Date June 10, 2008
4 1/2 Stars: A strong effort from Kentucky's finest indie-alternative-funk-r&b-rock band. "I'm Amazed" is one of the best songs of the year.

CD-Charts Position 13
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Kala

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
from: Interscope Records

Release Date August 21, 2007
I'm intrigued. I have put myself into the position of responsibility to purchase a wide range of music that I might not otherwise be familiar with, and Kala is just such a purchase.

Quite honestly, I love her accent, and I love her quirky sense of style and artistic chaos. And that translates to the music. The irony being that the music is so "happy" and up-beat, and contrary to the opinion of another (obviously rhythmically challenged) reviewer, it is incredibly dance-able. In fact, if you do not move, then you either detest the music, or you have no sense of rhythm.

From the perspective of a musician and a bit of a "purist", the concept of sampling is a turn-off to me. However, when looking at the genius of such artists as John ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 14
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Santogold

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: Santogold

Release Date April 29, 2008
After seeing the intriguing video for the equally excellent first single, "L.E.S. Artistes," I immediately pre-ordered this debut from Santogold and patiently waited for its release. When I finally heard it, I must admit that I was a bit disappointed. Almost all of the songs on this self-titled disc can abe neatly split up into two simple categories: there are the experimental, out-of-the-box tracks that are very much like what M.I.A. does, and then there are 80's-esque pop/rock songs that sound exactly like something Gwen Stefani would do. Quite honestly, there is not much more in between, meaning that this album mostly feels like it's full of impersonations and style-biting rather than new music by a new, fresh, talented, and creative artist. Santogold brushes ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 15
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Here Come the ABCs [CD/DVD Combo]

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: They Might Be Giants

Release Date October 25, 2005
I really needed to point out that only 1 out of 100 reviewers is as lame as... "C. Kirkpatrick" for giving only two stars and really not liking this. I would not send my daughter over to your house for a play date for sure. The musical is creative and whimsical! One of my all-time favorite memories was driving home with wife after dinner, daughter strapped in back with ABC's playing. She was about 18 months and recited all of the tree names pretty clearly in "C is for conifers". We both have many priceless memories from this CD.

CD-Charts Position 16
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Oracular Spectacular

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: MGMT

Release Date January 22, 2008
Just had my first listen and I think this is a great album.
MGMT has a great sound. NewWaveGlamRock is back MGMT!

CD-Charts Position 17
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Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: Seether

Release Date October 23, 2007
Seether went a little dark there for a while, but their back. Awesome listening.Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces

CD-Charts Position 18
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All Hope Is Gone

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: Slipknot

Release Date August 26, 2008
Seether went a little dark there for a while, but their back. Awesome listening.Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces

CD-Charts Position 19
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Trouble in Mind

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: Hayes Carll

Release Date April 08, 2008
Once again, I have used CBS sunday morning tv show as a recommendation for music. it is just so so, nothing really sticks out to recommend the CD, lasted less than 3 days in the truck.

CD-Charts Position 20
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I Am Shelby Lynne

CD-Charts > Music > Alternative Styles
by: Shelby Lynne

Release Date January 25, 2000
I can't add any better words to all the rich descriptions said about her and this album from others, except that she is one of a kind. Anything she does is unique and connects. The only other singer/songwriter I felt drawn to because of his unique sound and story-telling is Cat Stevens. It's because they both sing with raw emotion and passion and their lyrics are so dang profound! Get this album. Get all of 'em!