Top Albums

Well, it’s almost the end of the year, and everyone’s making out their “Top 25 Albums of 2006” lists. I’d like to make one, but I really haven’t accumulated a lot of newly-issued albums this year. Most albums I’ve purchased were released prior to 2006. But I did buy a few new ones this year, so I’ll just give my “Top 3 Albums of 2006,” which is especially good for those of you with short attention spans.

I’m Not Dead Yet
Pink

Pink started off the year with a bang, releasing a ballsy CD full of attitude, hooks and intensity. Lyrically, she keeps things interesting throughout a wide variety of songs. And she even collaborated with Butch Walker on a few tracks, which was very cool.

MP3: Leave Me Alone (I’m Lonely) - Pink

Keeper
Catfish Honeymoon

I had been waiting for this DC Metro alt-country band’s debut album for awhile, and CFHM didn’t disappoint me. It’s chock full of well-crafted songs, with expert instrumental arrangements and excellent vocal harmonies. And the songs are catchy to boot.

MP3: Never Get Out of This – Catfish Honeymoon

Air Stereo
The Damnwells

This band was my favorite find of the year. I love the triumphant rockers, I love Alex Dezen’s vocals, and I love cranking up the volume and singing along with the CD in my car. Yeah, Air Stereo is my album of the year.

MP3: I Am A Leaver – The Damnwells