The beginning of 2015 seems like the opportune moment to start. The year ahead being a blank canvas so to speak. I've got high hopes for a few albums, but then again I had high hopes for The Black Keys and The Horrors last year, only for them to release lackluster records.
Here are a few of my anticipated albums of 2015:
DIIV - TBA
3 years in the making. "Oshin" was a pretty good debut so I'm curious. Bring me more rolling bass lines please!
WILD NOTHING - TBA
Much like the former, 3 years after "Nocturne" a new album is expected this year.
PURITY RING - ANOTHER ETERNITY
So, Purity Ring are a fairly new discovery for me. It's not everyday you can accredit Wagamama's to the discovery of new music. But a few months ago, I could do just that. There I was, devouring my katsu curry when I found myself thoroughly enjoying 'Obedear' to the point of tapping to the beat with my chopsticks. Thanks Wagamama!
WAXAHATCHEE - IVY TRIPP
"Curelean Salt" a couple of years ago was lovely. I think I am going to like this just as much. It's hard not to enjoy her music!
THE MACCABEES - TBA
"Given to the wild" was an incredible album and one I am sad I never got to see live. A Glastonbury appearance would go down a treat. I just hope this lives up to the hype!
RADIOHEAD - TBA
So, this looks like it is going to happen. It could be released in December, it could be released in 10 minutes time. Who knows?! In rainbows part II is what I dream of. Thom Yorke solo record is probably what I'll get. Here's to hoping!
MUSE - TBA
Hmm, thinking about it... I'm not so sure about this. I liked "The 2nd Law" initially. A few months passed and I have spent every day since wondering what on earth I liked about such a mundane, systematic album. We all make mistakes right?!
There are others... but like every year, the best albums are often bands/artists you don't expect or you haven't even discovered yet.
Here's that Purity Ring song:
