My Take

In my case, the albums that have become my favorites are the ones I feel I absolutely have to listen to from start to finish. Of course, there are standout tracks, and some, though good, might pale in comparison to others. But it’s the experience of listening to the entire album that captivates me.

Examples:

  • “Flowerboy” by Tyler, The Creator.
  • “Affinity” by Haken
  • “Brat” by Charli XCX
  • The debut album by Gentle Giant

What are your favorite albums and why?

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    19 days ago

    Agreed. Several of my favorites include musical interludes that aren’t songs, one of them dissonant and weird, but to me, essential to the flow of the whole album:

    • Rook, by Shearwater
    • The Stand-Ins, by Okkervil River
    • The Execution of All Things, by Rilo Kiley
    • Wincing the Night Away, by The Shin
    • In the Aeroplane Over the Sea, by Neutral Milk Hotel

    I guess they’re also full of literate lyrics, and unusual subjects, too. 🤔