Albums of 2022

[chewm]

caroline s/t, probably my favorite thing of the new hip uk windmill bands (the black country new roads, black midis, squids of the world)

[psychobain]

I need to check this album, spinned some stuff, sounds good



Fountaines are so good, they will release their 3rd LP this year, cant wait



new Tears for Fear song, "good timing", the album is receiving some great rewiews so far

[Jorge]

caroline s/t, probably my favorite thing of the new hip uk windmill bands (the black country new roads, black midis, squids of the world)

[Brett]

This past November, Montreal post-punk revivalists Ought announced that they had broken up. 'Twas a shame, but there was a silver lining: vocalist/guitarist Tim Darcy and bassist Ben Stidworthy were going to continue making music together in a new group, Cola, with drummer Evan J. Cartwright who's played with all kinds of Toronto-associated acts. They released a single, "Blank Curtain" to coincide with that announcement, and have now revealed that a debut album, Deep in View is coming May 20 via the Fire Talk label. A second song, "So Excited" has also been released. So far, Cola is like a more austere version of Ought, mining a similar sound without the accompaniment of keyboards and with a dryer, more even-handed approach. Listen to both tunes on Bandcamp:

[Kevin Davis]

Every album this guy has released on ECM has been just lovely.

[liebzz]

Nobody told me there’s a new Mike Campbell & the Dirty Knobs album out today. Got through some of it. Perfectly tasty classic rock.

[psychobain]

new Caretaker song

[dad]

This past November, Montreal post-punk revivalists Ought announced that they had broken up. 'Twas a shame, but there was a silver lining: vocalist/guitarist Tim Darcy and bassist Ben Stidworthy were going to continue making music together in a new group, Cola, with drummer Evan J. Cartwright who's played with all kinds of Toronto-associated acts. They released a single, "Blank Curtain" to coincide with that announcement, and have now revealed that a debut album, Deep in View is coming May 20 via the Fire Talk label. A second song, "So Excited" has also been released. So far, Cola is like a more austere version of Ought, mining a similar sound without the accompaniment of keyboards and with a dryer, more even-handed approach. Listen to both tunes on Bandcamp:

I love Ought, and was lucky enough to see them in a tiny venue. Loved Tim Darcy's solo album as well. I'm happy they're still making music. It sounds great.

[dad]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

[epilogue]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

[dad]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

i think i tried playing their previous album in my car, which...i'm sure it can be done, but i think this band is best absorbed/digested/listened to via headphones or home stereo.

[Brett]

This past November, Montreal post-punk revivalists Ought announced that they had broken up. 'Twas a shame, but there was a silver lining: vocalist/guitarist Tim Darcy and bassist Ben Stidworthy were going to continue making music together in a new group, Cola, with drummer Evan J. Cartwright who's played with all kinds of Toronto-associated acts. They released a single, "Blank Curtain" to coincide with that announcement, and have now revealed that a debut album, Deep in View is coming May 20 via the Fire Talk label. A second song, "So Excited" has also been released. So far, Cola is like a more austere version of Ought, mining a similar sound without the accompaniment of keyboards and with a dryer, more even-handed approach. Listen to both tunes on Bandcamp:

I love Ought, and was lucky enough to see them in a tiny venue. Loved Tim Darcy's solo album as well. I'm happy they're still making music. It sounds great.

Nice! I wish I got the chance to see Ought play. I almost went to a street festival in Albany, NY in 2018 just to see them, but backed out last minute. I didn't want to do the 2.5 hour drive to an unfamiliar city on my own, but also didn't think my wife and one-year-old would enjoy it much.

[Brett]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

i think i tried playing their previous album in my car, which...i'm sure it can be done, but i think this band is best absorbed/digested/listened to via headphones or home stereo.

I tried several times with the first album, but always found myself tuning out after a bit. My cousin managed to convince me to try the new album, and after some initial difficulty, I've grown to enjoy it. I picked up a copy of both albums this past Bandcamp Friday with the hope that I'll start to break through on the debut.

[Higgs]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

i think i tried playing their previous album in my car, which...i'm sure it can be done, but i think this band is best absorbed/digested/listened to via headphones or home stereo.

I tried several times with the first album, but always found myself tuning out after a bit. My cousin managed to convince me to try the new album, and after some initial difficulty, I've grown to enjoy it. I picked up a copy of both albums this past Bandcamp Friday with the hope that I'll start to break through on the debut.

I have tried to get through this album a few times and every time I get stuck at "Science Fair" and can't get past it, have to turn off.

[Brett]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

i think i tried playing their previous album in my car, which...i'm sure it can be done, but i think this band is best absorbed/digested/listened to via headphones or home stereo.

I tried several times with the first album, but always found myself tuning out after a bit. My cousin managed to convince me to try the new album, and after some initial difficulty, I've grown to enjoy it. I picked up a copy of both albums this past Bandcamp Friday with the hope that I'll start to break through on the debut.

I have tried to get through this album a few times and every time I get stuck at "Science Fair" and can't get past it, have to turn off.

I've found that both albums have started out with a song that really appeals to me; "Bread Song" on Ants From Up There and "Track X" from For the First Time. I'm really fond of the Steve Reich kind of thing they're doing with the horns and strings at times on both albums, and that's what managed to sway me on the new one, I think.

[thespaniard]

Hip or just Australian. These guys are big down here for sure. I've never listened through a whole album but they have some killer singles.

A few years ago a good mate of mine died from cancer and his wife asked me to sort out music for the church service and the graveside. I asked his 3 kids (early 20s at the time) if they had any specific requests. The youngest said he didn't care, I could just play all Gang of Youths if I wanted and he'd be happy.

I put this on for him special that day.

This is fucking great!

I'm officially down a Gang of Youths rabbit hole. I think I fucking love this band.

Seeing them on Wednesday, can't wait - my first proper gig for what seems like ages

[epilogue]

Hip or just Australian. These guys are big down here for sure. I've never listened through a whole album but they have some killer singles.

A few years ago a good mate of mine died from cancer and his wife asked me to sort out music for the church service and the graveside. I asked his 3 kids (early 20s at the time) if they had any specific requests. The youngest said he didn't care, I could just play all Gang of Youths if I wanted and he'd be happy.

I put this on for him special that day.

This is fucking great!

I'm officially down a Gang of Youths rabbit hole. I think I fucking love this band.

Seeing them on Wednesday, can't wait - my first proper gig for what seems like ages

Nice!

Report back. I want to hear all the show and your experience.

[Mickey]

i hadn't given black country, new road a real chance until yesterday. i've been playing their latest album this morning. it's going perfectly with the overcast, rainy weather this morning.

It's a really strong record. I keep thinking about it.

Same as dad, this one's really clicking for me today (rainy, cloudy). Still think I prefer their first album but tracks like "Concorde" and "Good Will Hunting" are tops.

[psychobain]

[psychobain]