While my last post is great for going out and acting as the Jersey Shore cast, everyone needs a classy alternative. I've selected 5 great albums to extend your musical knowledge and appreciation. Please keep in mind that this music is not selected by popularity, but the effort put in and the quality turned out by each album.
1. Isla --- Portico Quartet
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The Portico Quartet invites discovery throughout their albums. The songs are deep and generally dark, and always captivating, capturing one's attention. "Clipper" is my personal favorite track on this album.
2. Fleet Foxes --- Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes may be a trend, but it's a damn good one. I can't get enough of Blue Ridge Mountains, a beautifully crafted song which reminds me of hiking or such. Many compare Fleet Foxes to the Beach Boys, but considering I dislike the Beach Boys, I fail to see the bulk of the argument. I see the similarities in vocal resonation, and the multiple voices, but other than that, it's a new disc, by a new group. No beach here.
3. Wake Up --- John Legend & The Roots
A fantastic step back to the African-American culture. An album built by true inspiration, and wonderful musicians. John Legend's performance in this album was especially impressive because with the release of Evolver, Legend began looking like a play-boy, but this album redeems him. Singing of hardship, rather than sex.
4. Love Letter --- R. Kelly
You might think this is a typo, but it isn't. R. Kelly showed the world he is the king of sappy-smooth romance with this album. R. Kelly is truly maturing because he is stepping away from his typical dirty and highly sexual lyrics. While still about romance, R. Kelly takes the gentleman approach this round, and it is a success. Plus, with Valentine's Day rapidly approaching, I'm sure your girlfriend wouldn't mind hearing this a time or two.
5. Brothers --- The Black Keys
The Black Keys are becoming pretty popular these days, but for good reason. Their most recent album is a masterpiece, combining dark, grungy elements with happy, inspiring ones to create the best of both worlds.
1. Isla --- Portico Quartet
The Portico Quartet invites discovery throughout their albums. The songs are deep and generally dark, and always captivating, capturing one's attention. "Clipper" is my personal favorite track on this album.
2. Fleet Foxes --- Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes may be a trend, but it's a damn good one. I can't get enough of Blue Ridge Mountains, a beautifully crafted song which reminds me of hiking or such. Many compare Fleet Foxes to the Beach Boys, but considering I dislike the Beach Boys, I fail to see the bulk of the argument. I see the similarities in vocal resonation, and the multiple voices, but other than that, it's a new disc, by a new group. No beach here.
3. Wake Up --- John Legend & The Roots
A fantastic step back to the African-American culture. An album built by true inspiration, and wonderful musicians. John Legend's performance in this album was especially impressive because with the release of Evolver, Legend began looking like a play-boy, but this album redeems him. Singing of hardship, rather than sex.
4. Love Letter --- R. Kelly
You might think this is a typo, but it isn't. R. Kelly showed the world he is the king of sappy-smooth romance with this album. R. Kelly is truly maturing because he is stepping away from his typical dirty and highly sexual lyrics. While still about romance, R. Kelly takes the gentleman approach this round, and it is a success. Plus, with Valentine's Day rapidly approaching, I'm sure your girlfriend wouldn't mind hearing this a time or two.
5. Brothers --- The Black Keys
The Black Keys are becoming pretty popular these days, but for good reason. Their most recent album is a masterpiece, combining dark, grungy elements with happy, inspiring ones to create the best of both worlds.
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