Best of 2008 (subject to change)

A Listmania! list by Man Without a Soul (London)
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Dear Science
1.  Dear Science by TV on the Radio
The list author says:
  "As adventurous as Bowie, as funky as Prince, as subversive as Talking Heads. This year's best! Key Tracks - Family Tree, Love Dog, DLZ, Halfway Home"
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Fleet Foxes
2.  Fleet Foxes by Fleet Foxes
The list author says:
  "This debut has a purity of spirit reminiscent of REM's 1983 debut Murmur. Key Tracks - Blue Ridge Mountains, Your Protector, He Doesn't Know Why"
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For Emma Forever Ago
3.  For Emma Forever Ago by Bon Iver
The list author says:
  "Impressive song writing and powerful multi tracked vocals combine to make this the year's finest stripped down acoustic set. Key Tracks - Creature Fear, Blindsided, Flume"
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April
4.  April by Sun Kil Moon
The list author says:
  "Sprawling and dense but peppered with moments of shimmering beauty. Key Tracks - Heron Blue, Tonight in Bilbao, Blue Orchids"
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Rook
5.  Rook by Shearwater
The list author says:
  "An evocative song cycle that bristles with restrained emotion. Key Tracks - Rooks, The Hunter's Star, I Was a Cloud"
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Limbo, Panto
6.  Limbo, Panto by Wild Beasts
The list author says:
  "Sounds like a Vaudeville cabaret show where someone is doing something unspeakable to a Jeff Buckley tribute act. This is good obviously! Key Tracks - Club of Fathomless Love, Old Dog, Brave Bulging Buoyant Clairvoyants"
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Third
7.  Third by Portishead
The list author says:
  "Portishead stripped down to the bare bones of their essence. Key Tracks - The Rip, We Carry On, Machine Gun"
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Microcastle
8.  Microcastle by Deerhunter
The list author says:
  "Think one part My Bloody Valentine to two parts Sonic Youth w/ some added lo fi charm. Make sure you get the 2CD set with the Ep included. Key Tracks - Nothing Ever Happened, Agoraphobia, Never Stops"
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The Golden Age
9.  The Golden Age by American Music Club
The list author says:
  "Eitzel rediscovers his light touch. Key Tracks - The Dance, Decibels and Little Pills, The Grand Duchess"
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The Seldom Seen Kid
10.  The Seldom Seen Kid by Elbow
The list author says:
  "From the same genetic pool as 'Dark Side of the Moon' and 'Ok Computer' - mildly proggy downbeat English rock with a real emotional tug. Key Tracks - One Day Like This, Mirrorball, Friend of Ours"
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Snowflake Midnight
11.  Snowflake Midnight by Mercury Rev
The list author says:
  "An easy album to underestimate, this release requires undivided attention in order to cast its spell. Key Tracks - Dream of a Young Girl, Snowflake, Senses on Fire"
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London Zoo
12.  London Zoo by Bug
The list author says:
  "A dub concept album concerning the desolation, fear, violence and paranoia of modern London life shouldn't sound this engaging and enticing. Key Tracks - Angry, Murder We, Jah War"
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Lie Down In The Light
13.  Lie Down In The Light by Bonnie Prince Billy
The list author says:
  "A gloriously messy album compared to the preceding 'The Letting Go'. Key Tracks - For Every Field, Easy Does It, Willow Trees Bend"
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UPROOT
14.  UPROOT by DJ /rupture
The list author says:
  "Some laid back dub and techno soundscapes with even a hint of world, classical and post rock influences."
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Get Awkward
15.  Get Awkward by Be Your Own Pet
The list author says:
  "It is silly time again as BYOP unleash a second hurricane of pop punk goodness. Key Tracks - Heartthrob, Becky, Black Hole"
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In Ear Park
16.  In Ear Park by Department of Eagles
The list author says:
  "This Grizzly Bear side project delivers some retro pop treats with nods to Beatles style psychedelia. Key Tracks - No One Does It Like You, Teenagers, Phantom Other"
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Visiter
17.  Visiter by The Dodos
The list author says:
  "A notch above your typical folk rock thanks to a rhythmic grittiness that recalls Led Zepellin. Key Tracks - Red and Purple, Fools, Jody"
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In The Future
18.  In The Future by Black Mountain
The list author says:
  "Retro stoner prog opus that shows flashes of real genius. Ones to watch. Key Tracks - Tyrants, Bright lights, Night Walks"
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Death Magnetic
19.  Death Magnetic by Metallica
The list author says:
  "'Tallica hit back with a full on attack of choppy riffs and flamboyant solos. Key Tracks - Just Your Life, The Day that Never Comes, My Apocalypse"
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The Hungry Saw
20.  The Hungry Saw by Tindersticks
The list author says:
  "Reflective and relaxed return from a truly great band. Key Tracks - Boobar, All the Love, Yesterday's Tomorrow"
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Meš suš ķ eyrum viš spilum endalaust
21.  Meš suš ķ eyrum viš spilum endalaust by Sigur Rós
The list author says:
  "Not their best work but still enjoyable enough. Key Tracks - Innķ mér syngur vitleysingur, Viš spilum endalaust, Fljótavķk"
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Intimacy
22.  Intimacy by Bloc Party
The list author says:
  "Bloc Party have dropped the ball on their last two albums. Disappointing but still some decent songs - even if they sound a little too familiar to past material. Key Tracks - Mercury, Heaven, Halo"
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Stay Positive
23.  Stay Positive by The Hold Steady
The list author says:
  "The Hold Steady attempt to mix up their winning formula on this release with some success. Key Tracks - Yeah Sapphire, Slapped Actress, Both Crosses"
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AT MOUNT ZOOMER
24.  AT MOUNT ZOOMER by Wolf Parade
The list author says:
  "Fails to live up to last years Sunset Rubdown release but then again what wouldn't - this release is fine but only really treads water. Key Tracks - Soldier's Grin, Bang Your Drum, Kissing the Beehive"
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Falling Off The Lavender Bridge
25.  Falling Off The Lavender Bridge by Lightspeed Champion
The list author says:
  "A solid first outing and a lovely sound courtesy of the Bright Eyes producer. Key Tracks - Midnight Surprise, Galaxy of the Lost, Dry Lips"
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