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2008 Music
Happiness Is the Road, Vol. 1: EssenceHappiness Is the Road, Vol. 1: Essence by Marillion
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Going from strength to strength, Marillion release a double cd that is the best thing they've done with Steve Hogarth at the helm. A concept about life and what its all about. Faultless!
Happiness Is the Road, Vol. 2: The Hard ShoulderHappiness Is the Road, Vol. 2: The Hard Shoulder by Marillion
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The disc that has 'The Man From The Planet Marzipan' the best Hogarth piece to date 'Asylum Satellite#1' & 'Throw Me Out' are initially the tracks I return to, but im sure this will change!
Black IceBlack Ice by AC/DC
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There is just no stopping this band, they still sound fresh and exciting as they did almost 30 years ago. This is another quality release that many are touting as a return to that Back In Black sound.
MelodyMelody by Sharleen Spiteri
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A big fan of Charlene who goes it alone and releases a personal album about failed romance hence the reason for this being a solo peice. 'All The Tears I've Cried' & 'Stop I Dont Love You..' included.
Join With UsJoin With Us by The Feeling
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Much anticipated follow up to 06's debut, the Feeling continue in the same vein with a great collection of catchy pop tunes. 'I Thought It Was Over' being the latest.
MotorizerMotorizer by Motorhead
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A direct link to my childhood, I still cant let them go , album No.24 is another 11 songs of pure metal magic!
Viva La Vida Or Death And All His FriendsViva La Vida Or Death And All His Friends by Coldplay
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Another winner, heavily criticised but for me a great album, 'Viva La Vida''Lost' and the superb '42' are particular highlights!
Prospekt's MarchProspekt's March by Coldplay
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An ep of material left off the latest album which has 4 unreleased songs and some remixes of 'Lost' & 'Life In Technicolour'.
KonkKonk by Kooks
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Much is expected from this follow up, If it's anything like the debut then we are in for another treat.
Songs For You, Truths For MeSongs For You, Truths For Me by James Morrison
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2nd album from James really just carrying on from 2006's 'Undiscovered' which became a million seller. 'You Make It Real' a great lead single. Duet with Nelly Furtado 'Broken Strings' also excellent.
Day And AgeDay And Age by The Killers
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Another 3rd album after the b-sides/rare recording offered this year should be another classic hopefully! 'Human' should be their first No.1 fingers crossed.
13th Star13th Star by Fish
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Fish returns after personal upset to deliver his best album to date. 'Zoe 25''Square Go''Manchmal' & 'Arc Of The Curve' all excellent. A concept album about a man who is heartbroken and lost.
RockferryRockferry by Duffy
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As expected an excellent album, 'Rockferry' is a stunning single delivered with a powerhouse of a voice, new single 'Mercy' also superb with echoes of that retro 60's feeling. Exciting times ahead!
Only By The NightOnly By The Night by Kings Of Leon
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KOL come of age with a superb selection of tunes including the fantastic No.1 'Sex On Fire' which has to be a contender for single of the year.
Little DreamerLittle Dreamer by Beth Rowley
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Its about time this mega talented soul singer got her chance, debut release a long time coming includes the gorgeous 'Sweet Hours' & 'Nobody's Fault But Mine' Check out her website to listen.
Perfect SymmetryPerfect Symmetry by Keane
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Keane's 3rd album and like Coldplay have tinkered with their sound and introduced more electronic sounds and beats than normal! 'Spiralling' being the first taster.
SkyboundSkybound by Tom Baxter
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Much lauded by Radio 2 at the beginning of the year, the singles 'Better' and 'Miracle' make this an excellent edition to your music collection. Lets hope he cracks it this time round.
Off With Their HeadsOff With Their Heads by Kaiser Chiefs
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Another 3rd album and from the sounds of it another big seller.
A Hundred Million SunsA Hundred Million Suns by Snow Patrol
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5th album and showing no signs of letting up, they have achieved a great sound. 'Take Back The City' just carries on the excellent songs they have been writing.
Death MagneticDeath Magnetic by Metallica
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A definate return to form after heavily criticised 'St Anger' album. 'The Day That Never Comes''Cyanide' & 'The Judas Kiss' have that adrenalin filled excitement that classic 'Black' album achieved.
The Seldom Seen KidThe Seldom Seen Kid by Elbow
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Elbow return with a stunning album which has since won the Mercury Music Prize. Lead single 'One Day Like This' has been used for almost everything by the BBC. 'Bones Of You' also included.
22 Dreams22 Dreams by Paul Weller
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Omnipresent Paul releases his new album, is there no end to this man's talent. 35 years and counting and still sounding fresh.
Dig Out Your SoulDig Out Your Soul by Oasis
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Oasis 7th album is another collection of Beatlesque rock tunes done in their own inimitable style. Liam contributes 3 songs to this project. Includes 'The Shock Of The Lightning'.
ForthForth by The Verve
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The Verve reform for a follow up to 1997's 'Urban Hymns' and remind us that they cant half make a decent sound! 'Love Is Noise' being the first single.
Slipway FiresSlipway Fires by Razorlight
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Another album of good rock tunes