Album of the Year - for many years to come
588053
All I can say is WOW...They remade No Cars Go.  It even better than before.

BUY THIS ALBUM NOW...DON'T WAIT....DO IT....DO IT.  You will love it.

Peace,
4854010
I haven't heard any other album this year that encompasses so many styles, from rock to pop to soul and more.  there are a ton of great influences -  tom waits, paul simon, curtis mayfield, the flaming lips.  this is a band that has hit its stride.
294541
In my opinion, the best album they've ever made (and that's saying something).  If you are looking for a carbon-copy of Costello Music, then this will not be your favorite album.  The album continues the progression that The Fratellis have been steadily making with every new album, and this is by far my favorite of all of them (including Jon Fratelli's solo foray, Psycho Jukebox).  This album is so solid that it's hard to decide what to like most about it.  It has a variety of different styles it uses, and just feels more mature and finished than their earlier work.  If this album is any indication, the Fratellis simply get better with age, and I am quite eagerly anticipating their next release (which cannot come too soon).  Also, if you have the option, I highly recommend the version that has acoustic versions of several of the songs.  The acoustic versions are just as good as the regular, in their own unique way.  Can not recommend enough.  7/5 stars.
3444751
I don't have to tell you, you should already know, it's like one of the most influential albums of all time, probably the most influential in the last 50 or so years. Actually it is often touted as the best album of all time, or at least there abouts. So there might be some disappointment with some people given the best album ever tag, or something along those lines.

Basically the Beatles created a new sound, they used technology to try and achieve some colourful guitar sounds, they used interesting instruments such as organs and trumpets and wrote some fantastical lyrics, and some lyrics about a cultural revolution, I suppose (She's Leaving Home).

The album begins with the title track, I don't really like it, I think after a few listens the novelty wears off, but most people seem to like it... Then there 'With a little help from my friends', which cuts out a nice groove, and is a memorable song to this day, and Joe Cocker does a nice job of it too. Then comes the best song on the record in my opinion, 'Lucy in the sky with diamonds'. There's harpsichords (well sounds like it), sitars, organs and colourful guitar effects, and fantasy lyrics, and catchy chorus. This song is one of the best songs of all time. So inspiring, so original, so enjoyable to listen to. Trouble is, they have kind of set the bar for what you can expect for the rest of the album, but don't really deliver. I'm going to stick up for 'Getting better', a classic piece of rock n roll, great guitar tone. The ballad 'She's leaving home' is heart-wrenching and is very intelligent too. The Indian inspired 'Within You Without You' rewards a patient listener, but 'For the benefit of Mr. Kite', behind all the glitz is a weak song. Of course, there's that classic piece of English Vaudeville 'When I'm 64', everyone knows that one. The other masterpiece is 'A day in the life', with it's big orchestra bursts and good melody and is a very interesting piece, though I don't personally like it. I'm increasingly liking 'Lovely Rita' more and more, the backing vocal chants are really psychedelic, and it's a fun song.

I don't know if this is the best album of all time or not, but compared with the best songs on this album, which includes 'Lucy in the sky with diamonds', some of the other songs aren't really as good. But I'll give 'Sgt. Pepper' this, it's a fun, enjoyable album, from beginning to end, it's entertaining and it's very influential, so what more could you ask?
658409
AMAZING. Best album of 2005, but even that doesn't do it justice. Best album of the millenium, so far. I hesitate to say best of all time, because of things like The Fragile and then all the Floyd and Beatles stuff that people could simply out-argue me about.

DEADWING: Thrilling opener, never gets old, 10 minutes that feel like nothing. Unrelenting, very Tool-like in places, but also has moments of pure PT bliss. Actually, this song is worse than Blackest Eyes as an opener, but not far behind.

SHALLOW: Steven Wilson describes this song as "a big dumb rock song, done in the way someone not dumb would do it". This song is awesome! Very straight ahead but intense and powerful, and no PT song could be complete without the major piano part contrasting with the heaviness.

LAZARUS: Well, this is the worst song on the album, sorry. People have said that this is better than Trains, and that is one of the most blatantly incorrect statements ever concocted, but oh well. Still a pretty nice song, nothing special, and not out of place.

HALO: Perfect song. Kickass bass line, awesome drums, cool spoken word in the verse, catchy chorus, awesome jam in 17/8 in the middle, and back again. Cannot go wrong, and sounds terrific as the live finale.

ARRIVING SOMEWHERE BUT NOT HERE: Well, everyone's talking about it, and I can't really argue. It's magnificent. A 12 minute song has never ever felt shorter. This song does not get repetitive, it does not get old, it's totally cathartic, and seeing it live was one of the highlights of my life.

MELLOTRON SCRATCH: Some people like this song more than others, and I personally feel like it's simply too long. But the harmonies at the end make it all worth it, and it's a good listen no matter what.

OPEN CAR: This song grew on me the most. It has a very interesting riff that seems to not really make sense or click at first, but once you "know" the song, it's excellent. Also awesome chorus, and a brilliant, quiet ending.

THE START OF SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL: This is my favorite song by Porcupine Tree. Completely haunting and genius. Awesome groove in the verse, a little action in 9/8, and a great catchy chorus that is so singable. My brother thinks that the piano section in the middle is a little bit cliche and overdone, but I don't, I think it fits terrifically and is not hackneyed at all. Such, such, such, SUCH a good song.

GLASS ARM SHATTERING: It's chill, it's very Floydian (most Floydian they sound on this album), hard to argue with, and a great ending.

SHESMOVEDON: Although this song is great in every way, I think that PT made a mistake by including this rerelease on the album, because it doesn't really sound any different than the one from Lightbulb Sun, but more importantly because So-Called Friend and Mother and Child Divided did not make the album, and these songs are both so awesome that Wilson should have included at least one of them on the A-side.

Here is the thing about Deadwing, compared with In Absentia: I think that Deadwing is a better album, but barely. The first 6 songs of In Absentia set the pace for the best album of all time, but the last six simply do not hold up, so InAbs is flawed and therefore worse than Deadwing, even though very little on Deadwing matches InAbs's beginning. Both are incredible albums and should be bought, bathed, fed, and treated like royalty. Either that, or Steve Wilson should.
803261
Incredible album. You should give it a listen!
1200645
Possibly the album of the year 2014 The vinyl is breathtaking in sound and all songs are of high quality.
Get the vinyl as side D has bonus instrumental tracks that a great too.
253609
Animal Collective has always been a band on the cutting edge of musical experimentation. And while experimentation is good, it's still unfinished searching. Merriweather Post Pavilion, however, marks a new point in Animal Collective's experimental sounds. It sounds as though they've finally got it figured out.

And while many fans may be dissappointed by the lack of wildly eccentric tracks on the album, this is definitely Animal Collective's most accessible record, with pop hooks that abound. And to me, listenability, especially repeat listenability, is as important as pushing musical boundaries, and Animal Collective, a band that excels at both, have far exceeded expectations. Therefore, for fans and new listeners alike, this is the definitive Animal Collective album, at least so far.

Describing tracks is difficult, but every track on this album contains some sublime musical moment, in which all the pieces the song had been hinting at simply come together, making it impossible for me to identify a favorite track.

If you haven't already, get this. It's one of the best albums I've heard in a while, and is an early contender for best album of the year.
2953458
complex and sublime, Oils more energic and intriguing album,  this is THE ALBUM to own
994014
I have had this album for over a year now and the songs are still speaking to me.  This is one of my favorite albums of all time.  You will be doing yourself an injustice by not purchasing this album.  One you listen to the whole thing a few times you will see what I mean.  Some songs start off pretty good and then get AMAZING!!
1642857
So glad these guys came back with another album, even though it's only an mp3 download and not a physical cd. It stinks that this album/band isn't more well known - I don't want to wait another 4 years for their next album after listening to this one. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.  This album exceeds the terrific job done on their first release "Welcome to the Fall" and grows/builds on the unique sound that was established.  This is one of those albums that truly is an album in every sense - you need to buy and experience the whole album not just individual songs. This album has a tremendous mood to it and fills a certain space that so few albums can lay claim to, especially in this day and age.
4974212
I believe this to be the best album of the year.  It was not nearly my favorite when I first bought it, but after giving it chances, it is.  I am always open to new music, and Pearl Jam is always there giving it to me.  I  DO NOT want another Ten or V.S.  The new CD shows a gracefulness about it,  that only age can create.  Among many other famous tracks, everyone on  the new album is good.  Binaural includes great guitar and bass.  They have  background vocals, a new fairly element with Pearl Jam-- and the only songs  that lack a bit are the last three,  Sleight of Hand, Soon Forget, and  Parting Ways.  Still a good ride and a new drummer.  Good job Matt!
4776131
Best Album of the year. Any music lover should listen to this album. Talented artist and has a bright future!
1052220
Has it really been that long since Franz Ferdinand burst onto the music scene since their first 2 albums, 2004's self-titled album and 2005's You Could Have It So Much Better? How times flies! The band's new album has been 3 1/2 years in the waiting, but finally we get the long-awaited results.

"Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" (12 tracks; 43 min.) has been buzzed about on the internet for a long time, and the early buzz was: a departure from the earlier sound, with a lot more synthesizers in the mix. Now that we have the proper album, it is true, to a certain extent. Check out the album opener (and 1st UK single) "Ulysses", which does feature some synths but overall as a song it leaves me a bit hungry, and a tentative way to open things. But "Turn It On" brings a much more up-tempo 'classic' FF sound. It is followed by "No You Girls" (slated to be the 2nd UK single), an irresistible sing-along song, just great. "Twilight Omens" is a 2 1/2 min. burst that is another highlight of the album (the overall sound of the track reminds me of a song heard before, although I can't place it yet). The second half of the album starts with a great "What She Came For", a typical FF tune. It all leads up to the 10th track of the album, the 8 min. "Lucid Dreams", which is the essential (and best) track on here: the first 3 1/2 min. is another great FF tune (and slated to be the 3rd UK single), but it is then followed by a 4 1/2 min. 'electronic freak-out' which must be heard to be believed, an absolutely show-stopper. The album closes with the acoustic "Katherine Kiss Me", a sweet way to end things.

In all, this is terrific from top to bottom. Yes, it does feature more synths, but overall it is not a radical departure from the earlier work, and it's simply a band evolving while staying true to their sound. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, and sure to make my 'best of 2009' list at the end of the year. I've seen Franz Ferdinand in concert a number of times, and can't wait to see how they'll bring these songs live, in particular "Lucid Dreams". (FF is rumored to be at Coachella (again) this year, and I can only hope that to be true.)
90412
So far this is the greatest album of the year......I canot understand how just 3 guys can get such an amazing sound. There is no "OK songs", all of them are fantastic. Thank God because finally there is band destined to save rock 'n roll
4388437
What a year 2008 is turning out to be for Death Cab for Cutie. Their latest album "Narrow Stairs" was generally well received, both critically and commercially, earlier this year, and now, just in time to wrap up the year, comes this re-release/deluxe edition of the band's debut album from 10 years ago, with a bonus live CD from that era.

"Something About Airplanes" (2 CDs; 17 tracks; 78 min.) first brings the original album (10 tracks; 43 min.), which was released in August, 1998. This is a very strong debut album, no question, and indeed it is astonishing to hear how solid the band sounds, keeping in mind that they only formed in the summer of 1997. All the elements that would eventually lift DCFC into the more mainstream are already visibly in place here: pensive, dynamic and atmospheric tracks. From the opening sounds of "Bend to Squares", on to outstanding gems like "Pictures in an Exhibition, to "Sleep Spent" to the epic closer "Line of Best Fit", it's all here. In fact, this album is stronger than its follow-up "We Have the Facts" album, but that's just my opinion...

CD2 (7 tracks; 34 min.) brings the band's entire show from Seattle's Crocodile Cafe in February, 1998, 6 months before the release of the "Airplanes" album, and it is an outstanding addition to the album. From the sound of it, there weren't a lot of people there that particular evening, but it's irrelevant really. The band plays a couple of their earliest tunes (such as "Your Bruise"), and also several tunes that would end up on the album such as "President of What?', "Fake Frown", "Amputations" and "Pictures in an Exhibition". It's fascinating to hear these versions and how they compare to the eventual studio tracks they'd become. The band is in good form throughout, with a lot of banter in between songs, just great.

In all, this is is a very worthwhile "Deluxe Reissue", even if you own the original album. I saw DCFC in concert again several times this year, and they just keep on getting bigger and better. Maybe some fans of the early years are cringing that DCFC is getting so much commercial acclaim these days, but they shouldn't really. Their success is hard earned and much deserved.
3068392
One of the best albums of 2014 and of all time. Floyd seemed to want to make this album a hit for all the years to come. Time will tell.