Don't Drink From The Mainstream

A Listmania! list by Mr Jonathan P Day
 
The Soft Bulletin
1.  The Soft Bulletin by The Flaming Lips
The list author says:
  "The sound that scientific progress hums when it thinks that nobody is listening. Sublime melodies mixed with head wounds. Essential"
£4.67   Used & New from: £0.22
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)

In the Aeroplane Over the Sea
2.  In the Aeroplane Over the Sea by Neutral Milk Hotel
The list author says:
  "Melancholia - U.S. Style. Forget facless US groups on the radio and get this collection of achingly good songs of alienation, love and loss."
Used & New from: £5.95
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)

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Nixon
3.  Nixon by Lambchop
The list author says:
  "Immense sounding Album from Alt-country stalwarts, just gets better and better with every listen. Bit of a slow burner but well worth it"
Used & New from: £0.54
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

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Born Into Trouble As The Sparks Fly Upward
4.  Born Into Trouble As The Sparks Fly Upward by Silver Mount Zion
The list author says:
  "Godspeed... spin off eclipses the main band with haunting orchestral music to live in. 'More gentle drunken pirouettes in the direction of hope and Joy' indeed."
£10.99   Used & New from: £7.99
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
5.  The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan by Bob Dylan
The list author says:
  "What can be said that hasn't allready? Bob before he destroyed his voice doesn't get any better than this album made during the Cuban Missile Crisis - 'Bob Dlyans Dream' is immense."
£7.98   Used & New from: £1.22
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Black Monk Time
6.  Black Monk Time by Monks
The list author says:
  "5 ex-G.I.s, Drum, Organ and Guitaur = The monks only album - a genuine stone cold pop gem. 16 tracks of pure pop mayhem - excellent"
Used & New from: £5.49
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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XIV
7.  XIV by Home
The list author says:
  "Thinking mans experimental pop album - elements of the beatles, stones and even Jazz combine to create an album that will rekindle your love for music"
£9.86   Used & New from: £0.48
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Come to Daddy
8.  Come to Daddy by Aphex Twin
The list author says:
  "The excellently hardcore title track belies this collection of tender, softcore tracks with the master at his melodic best."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

The Magnetic Fields: 69 Love Songs
9.  The Magnetic Fields: 69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields
The list author says:
  "Does exactly what it says on the box - 69 songs covering every possible aspect of love. Think 'White Album' and your not far off."
Used & New from: £5.06
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

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Scott 3
10.  Scott 3 by Scott Walker
The list author says:
  "Reclusive ex-Walker brother Scott Engell perfects the happy / sad dynamic on this, the best of his solo efforts. Recently re-released - get your hands on a copy now!"
£5.77   Used & New from: £4.19
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Loveless
11.  Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
The list author says:
  "Excellent songs covered in layers of lovley feedback and distorsion, cements Kevin Shields as a rock genius. can see influence on contemporary 'Garage Rock' and Jesus and Mary Chain contemporaries."
Used & New from: £5.46
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (94 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Brighten The Corners
12.  Brighten The Corners by Pavement
The list author says:
  "Masters of 'Alt' craft their opus in this pop classic, not a duff track on it. Lyrically imaginative or idiotic? Who cares when it sounds this good!"
£7.46   Used & New from: £1.33
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)

Song Of Innocence
13.  Song Of Innocence by David Axelrod
The list author says:
  "Relaxed Orchestral Beats from 1968 - still sounds fresh today"
£10.37   Used & New from: £2.89
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Mwng
14.  Mwng by Super Furry Animals
The list author says:
  "Sung entirley in welsh as a protest to indifferent sales of their other commercial albums, this contains their best melodies and harmonies to date."
Used & New from: £3.71
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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God
15.  God by Johnny Cash
The list author says:
  "Christian, Cash shows us his spiritual side, and in doing so unleashes the healing power of music on us all. This album is Tremendous regardless of faith or lack of it. Highly Recommended."
Used & New from: £3.04
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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3 EPs - Japan
16.  3 EPs - Japan by The Beta Band
The list author says:
  "Eclectic mix of everyday sounds and catchy pop riffs make this unique in the music world. Unsurpassed, imaginatve and excellent!"
Used & New from: £15.99
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

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The Fingertip Saint Sessions Vol.1
17.  The Fingertip Saint Sessions Vol.1 by Her Space Holiday
The list author says:
  "6 Track E.P. that puts the album to shame. Martin Carr (Boo Radleys) eclipses his old band with beautiful songs that Badly Drawn Boy would give his teeth for. Sad, but beautiful"
Used & New from: £1.21
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Hex Enduction Hour
18.  Hex Enduction Hour by The Fall
The list author says:
  "2,780th studio album from the fall is the best so far (and that means that its ACE). Who makes the Nazi's?, Where are the Obligatory Niggers?Try this along with the next album..."
Used & New from: £9.98
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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This Nations Saving Grace
19.  This Nations Saving Grace by The Fall
The list author says:
  "Mark E Smith teams up with Wife = most Accessable fall album ever. ITS THAT GOOD."
£6.34   Used & New from: £4.49
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Tigermilk
20.  Tigermilk by Belle & Sebastian
The list author says:
  "A modern folk album full of stories anout people just getting by in the modern consumer culture. Overtley fey, but it has the tunes that stick in your head for the rest of your life."
£7.89   Used & New from: £2.10
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

Songs for Beginners
21.  Songs for Beginners by Graham Nash
The list author says:
  "E-mail me for more suggestions! Jonathanday@nme.com.  Hope that you enjoyed the list!"
Used & New from: £12.70
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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