2011 Best Albums Selection (Part 1...)

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Grouplove
1.  Grouplove by Grouplove
The list author says:
  "A great little first release from this band – full of youthful exuberance..."
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Helplessness Blues
2.  Helplessness Blues by Fleet Foxes
The list author says:
  "One of the most anticipated albums of the year, and it doesn’t disappoint for a second..."
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Hot Sauce Committee Part Two
3.  Hot Sauce Committee Part Two by Beastie Boys
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  "It’s fun, loud and everything else you would expect from the masters of hip-hop..."
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Alexander
4.  Alexander by Alexander
The list author says:
  "A mature follow up from the Edward Sharpe & Magnetic Zero’s frontman Alex Ebert. More focused but still lots of fun..."
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James Blake
5.  James Blake by James Blake
The list author says:
  "A source of some debate after a much anticipated wait – perhaps many thought they were going to be getting an album full of tracks like the much-hyped Feist cover ‘Limit to Your Love’..."
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The English Riviera
6.  The English Riviera by Metronomy
The list author says:
  "Honestly, the first 3 tracks are truly awful; but once you skip past them there is a more honed, taught sound to showcase..."
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The King Is Dead
7.  The King Is Dead by The Decemberists
The list author says:
  "Another great album from the Portland rockers – a grower and the more chances to listen to Meloy’s voice the better in my books..."
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Kiss Each Other Clean
8.  Kiss Each Other Clean by Iron & Wine
The list author says:
  "Quite how Sam Beam manages to produce album after stunning album so consistently, I don’t know, but will NEVER complain..."
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Mirrorwriting
9.  Mirrorwriting by Jamie Woon
The list author says:
  "Great to see him getting the opportunity to showcase his talents, and whilst this album is a little poppy, there are moments in between where you can glimpse the original talent ..."
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Moment Bends
10.  Moment Bends by Architecture in Helsinki
The list author says:
  "Yey! Who can ever be disappointed by a new AIH release? Fun to be had throughout – you either love them or you hate them..."
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Civilian
11.  Civilian by Wye Oak
The list author says:
  "Best album so far from this Baltimore duo..."
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Passive Me, Aggressive You
12.  Passive Me, Aggressive You by The Naked And Famous
The list author says:
  "You’d have been forgiven if you heard the first single release from this album and got excited that Passion Pit had a new record on the horizon..."
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Smart Flesh
13.  Smart Flesh by The Low Anthem
The list author says:
  "For those that haven’t heard these guys before – check out OMGCD first, as it is marginally better than this follow-up. Ben Knox Miller’s vocals taking centre stage once again..."
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Too Slow
14.  Too Slow by Tom Williams & The Boat
The list author says:
  "It’s gaining airplay all over the place in the UK, and for good reason. It’s passionate and raw musicianship and vocals support the youthful no-nonsense lyrics..."
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W H O K I L L
15.  W H O K I L L by tUnE-yArDs
The list author says:
  "So we all knew from 2009’s release BiRd-BrAiNs that this little lady was probably worth keeping an eye on..."
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ZONOSCOPE
16.  ZONOSCOPE by Cut Copy
The list author says:
  "Everybody’s favourite Australian electropop band have grown up and are back with another stellar record. Though my heart will always be stuck close to Bright Like Neon Love..."
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