Young Liars

One of my favorite EPs of all time. I already own the CD, but couldn’t pass up a chance to get this in vinyle. The bass, razor sharp guitar, and magnetic vocals make up a textured sound that’s hard to match.

For Emma, Forever Ago

I knew little of this album before purchasing it, but did so at the insistence of my wife, who went to high school with Justin Vernon. The album starts off with a familiar indie folk acoustic guitar that is allowed to rattle and vibrate harshly as the music builds in intensity.

Matson Jones

I’ve seen Matson Jones play several times in Fort Collins years ago, as well as Martina and Anna play over cell phones in a coffee shop while one was in Italy on a study abroad program. Their sound is so rich live, I didn’t know if they could capture it on a recording.

A Very She & Him Christmas

This album presents a light, fun take on some great Christmas classics, and that is all, but what more can you ask for from Christmas music?

Turn On The Bright Lights

When I first received my record player, I thought the thick rumble of Interpol would be great with the sound vinyl provides by adding a natural fuzz.

Woman King

Sam Beam is one of my favorite artists and his whisper-sung lyrical poetry is at it’s strongest in this album. Even seven years after the album’s release, the timber of the crisp acoustic slide guitars and twang of the pick layered over holds my attention all the way through.

The Rip Tide

A truly great album to listen to while working. It’s a solid straight through. My favorite songs reside on the B side, starting with the title track and ending with “Port of Call.”