Great Non Prog Albums of the Year (So Far)
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Topic: Great Non Prog Albums of the Year (So Far)
Posted By: A Smart Kid
Subject: Great Non Prog Albums of the Year (So Far)
Date Posted: October 12 2014 at 22:49
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What are some non prog albums to come out this year that you think are really good. State the album and artist, what genre it is, what your rating out of 10 would be, and a little bit of your opinion on it. I'll start with  Voices by Phantogram Genre: Synthpop, Indie Electronic, Trip Hop Rating: 9.5/10 Voices is the second album by Phantogram. Voices maintains kind of a dark synthpop sound that is sprinkled with elements of trip hop, ambient, and breakbeat. There is a lot of heavy bass, catchy synth melodies, and crisp clean production. Leading lady Sarah Barthel's voice is perfect and fits the music so well. Her voice is one of the best in electronic music since Beth Gibbons. If you are a fan of indie electronic, synthpop, or trip hop and you have somehow managed to not listen to this album then do yourself a favor and do that now. This album will be stuck in you head for a while. I bought this album when it was released in February and I still go back to it daily. Its that damn good.
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Posted By: Horizons
Date Posted: October 12 2014 at 22:55
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Wild Beasts - Present Tense alt-j - This Is All Yours Caribou - Our Love Emma Ruth Rundle - Some Heavy Ocean Interpol - El Pintor ------------- Crushed like a rose in the riverflow. |
Posted By: Kotro
Date Posted: October 13 2014 at 04:00
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My top 3 non-prog: The Oath - The Oath Temples - Sun Structures Sabbath Assembly - Quaternity ------------- Bigger on the inside. |
Posted By: Guldbamsen
Date Posted: October 13 2014 at 08:16
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Yep that Temples album is great! Also: Todd Terje - It's Album Time Aphex Twin - Syro (still a new acquisition, but it sounds very promising) The Soundcarriers - Entropicalia The Antlers - Familiars ------------- “The Guide says there is an art to flying or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.” - Douglas Adams |
Posted By: HolyMoly
Date Posted: October 13 2014 at 09:45
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United Waters - Sunburner It's a side project by a guy from a noise band (Mouthus), but it seems to be an experiment to see what happens if you take reasonably ordinary, tuneful songs and make them blurry to the point that you're not really sure what you're hearing. The effect is kind of impressionistic - no two listens are really the same, it's all so woozy and murky, but with really nice melodies hidden under the surface. It's kind of like being on NyQuil. ------------- My other avatar is a Porsche It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle if it is lightly greased. -Kehlog Albran |
Posted By: Saperlipopette!
Date Posted: October 14 2014 at 18:05
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1 http://www.soundwayrecords.com/product/sndwcd067-fumaca-preta" rel="nofollow - Fumaca Preta (stream it) - Wild, fuzzdrenched and superpsychedelic Tropicalia 2 http://https//soundcloud.com/unseenworlds/girma-yifrashewa-the-shepherd" rel="nofollow - Girma Yifrashewa - Peace and Love (opening track The Sheperd and the Flute on soundcloud) Stunning Ethiopian classical/folk piano 3 http://kosmischerlaufer.bandcamp.com/album/volume-one" rel="nofollow - Kosmisher Laufer (bandcamp-link) - The Secret Cosmic Music Of The East German Olympic Program 1972-83 - Volume 1 (perhaps prog as its Motorik/Krautrock) Volume Two is almost as great. 4 http://https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=hk8rGdw13y0" rel="nofollow - Shrapnel (listen to Titan) - The Virus Conspires (Awesome Thrash Metal for you of that's your bag) 5 http://https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=-dTTp_Z1DEY" rel="nofollow - Sinoia Caves (check out the title track) - Beyond the Black Rainbow (brilliant progressive electronic OST) 3 & 5 belong in PA, really.
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Posted By: Man With Hat
Date Posted: October 14 2014 at 18:09
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Aphex Twin - Syro definitely stands out above the crowd here IMO. ------------- Dig me...But don't...Bury me I'm running still, I shall until, one day, I hope that I'll arrive Warning: Listening to jazz excessively can cause a laxative effect. |
Posted By: TheGazzardian
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 08:53
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8iOuyqpJgc" rel="nofollow - Dead Rider - Chills on Glass (features Thymme Jones from Cheer-Accident on drums, great sideways indie pop) http://thirdworlds.net/files/niggas-on-the-moon.zip" rel="nofollow - Death Grips - Niggas on the Moon (Free Download / Top 2 Death Grips albums imo) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZFzBKl5ODY" rel="nofollow - Sage Francis - Copper Gone (great hip hop) http://sorne.bandcamp.com/album/house-of-stone-death-i" rel="nofollow - Sorne - House of Stone: Death I (I don't know how to describe this guy other than amazing, vocal oriented stuff, the guy can really sing, but there's this really romantic/primal aspect to what he does that I can't really explain) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLhtPtR4IQk" rel="nofollow - U2 - Songs of Innocence (just joking, although I don't hate this one as much as everyone else seems to) Blonde Redhead, St. Vincent, and tUnE-yArDs all put out great records this year too
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Posted By: TheGazzardian
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 09:08
| As an aside - all the music everyone else recommended seems to be on spotify, will be having a new music field day in the next day or so :) |
Posted By: Polymorphia
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 15:30
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It's pitiful but the only prog album on my top 10 list right now is Swans' To Be Kind. I expect to like Boris, Agollach, Wovenhand, and maybe Kayo Dot (I have mixed feelings about what I've heard). As far as those other releases, I will list my 5 favorites thus far (Iceage takes the top right now because it's the newest and I am obsessed with it): Iceage— Plowing Into the Field of Love (Post-punk that is pretty and well-crafted while simultaneously feeling like it could destroy itself at any moment.) Parquet Courts— Sunbathing Animal (A punk album where lyrics command attention and admiration over sprawling, ramshackle arrangements. Pavement is the closest comparison). Flying Lotus— You're Dead! (A bright, fatal swirl of IDM, jazz-freakouts, R&B, hip-hop, and even Canterbury. Probably more thought provoking thematically than any of his previous releases.) Ambrose Akinmusire— An Imagined Saviour is Far Easier to Paint (A gorgeous and unique post-bop album that refreshingly grapples with philosophical themes in a way a lot of modern jazz shies away from). Liars— Mess (An eerie, anxious synthpop album by the experimental rock trio Liars. Perhaps one of their most consistent yet). ------------- https://dreamwindow.bandcamp.com/releases" rel="nofollow - My Music 
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Posted By: Guldbamsen
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 15:43
Boris aren't on PA  Anyway who gives a flying fuuk? They're certainly progressive and more importantly very good. Noise is an album I completely forgot about in my earlier post actually  Damn I'm getting old or something - maybe a case of ebola? Another one I forgot to mention is the new Brian Jonestown Massacre. I haven't heard it yet, but I had a dream in which it got airplay, and it was quite literally orgasmic. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. For a "prog" recommendation though - try checking out Syd Arthur's (Siddhartha hoho) newest http://www.stereogum.com/1681410/stream-syd-arthur-sound-mirror-stereogum-premiere/mp3s/album-stream/" rel="nofollow - Sound Mirror . It's very seldom you find this great vocals in modern prog imo. ------------- “The Guide says there is an art to flying or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.” - Douglas Adams |
Polymorphia wrote:Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 15:46
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Posted By: Polymorphia
Date Posted: October 15 2014 at 15:56
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Whaaaat??? Boris seem like shoe-in for exp/post! Not that it matters. ------------- https://dreamwindow.bandcamp.com/releases" rel="nofollow - My Music
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Posted By: TheGazzardian
Date Posted: October 16 2014 at 00:00
This Sabbath Assembly stuff seems very awesome based on what I've heard so far! |
Posted By: bloodnarfer
Date Posted: October 16 2014 at 00:18
I'm also really into Sorne, he's local here in Austin. His music has a cool, almost tribal feel using home made instruments
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Posted By: Prog Sothoth
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 10:24
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Last year most of my favorites were by bands not on the archives...this year it's pretty much the opposite so far. Hard to think of great albums by band's not on this site regarding 2014...
1. Evenoire - Herons (atmospheric female-fronted gothic metal with a folky and even sometimes proggish vibe. In a genre that just gets poppier and poppier, this group stands out by not aiming to be another bland Within Temptation clone. Fantastic stuff)
2. Nana Mizuki - Supernal Liberty (Quirky crazy over-the-top pop music with snazzy guitar leads, off kilter stylistic switches and soaring female vocals. One of the only consistently good big-selling acts out of Japan.)
3. Phobocosm - Deprived (Nasty ugly filthy sick twisted cavernous creepy death metal abominations. In other words, entertaining)
Must be other stuff out there...I should at least check out the newest Boris or that Interpol album (love Turn On The Bright Lights but so far nothing else by them).
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Posted By: tszirmay
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 10:53
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Midge URE- Fragile (amazing and slightly proggy!) John Foxx & the Belbury Circle- Empty Avenues (funny how the 2 former Ultravox lungs are dishing it out!) ------------- I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth. |
Posted By: dr wu23
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 11:23
I must be getting old because those are the only two names I know other than U2
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Posted By: tszirmay
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 11:39
You Two, Dr Wu?  ------------- I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth. |
Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 11:43
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My list has lots that you guys should know. -------------
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Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 11:43
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...but we are all still getting old. -------------
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Posted By: HolyMoly
Date Posted: October 17 2014 at 12:29
Now that I think of it, their album "Who Killed Sgt Pepper?" is one you should put near the top of your list if you haven't gotten it yet - it's like a big insane party record for crazy people who dig spaced out dancing and wigging out. It's a trip. It took me a while to like it because I don't like danceable stuff much, but after a while I discovered its cool charms, and it's a belated entry to my BJM favorites list. ------------- My other avatar is a Porsche It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle if it is lightly greased. -Kehlog Albran |
Posted By: Edge of Reality
Date Posted: October 22 2014 at 19:37
| Been really digging the latest album Meta-Musica from the Funky Knuckles. Also the album Live at Ocean Way by a band called Dynamo. Both killer fusion/funk bands. |
Posted By: manofmystery
Date Posted: October 22 2014 at 20:28
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They still make new music? Weird Al had an album this year... I'll go with that. -------------  Time always wins. |
Posted By: The Bearded Bard
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 16:09
Haven't seen any discussion about this, and I haven't heard it myself, so it might just be because it's not any good  , but if there's some fans of the band here, and I think there is, I just wanted to give you a heads up, if you weren't already aware, that there's a new Supersilent album out, 12.Just heard my first album from them, 6, just now. Loved it! Safe to say I'll be getting the rest of their discography, as soon as my wallet allows me to.
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Posted By: Imperial Zeppelin
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 17:01
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Eric Harland's Voyager - Vipassana
Ben Frost - AURORA Blues Pills - s/t Angel Olsen - Burn Your Fire for No Witness Alexandre Desplat - The Grand Budapest Hotel soundtrack BADBADNOTGOOD - III Keith Jarrett & Charlie Haden - Last Dance St. Vincent - s/t Aphex Twin - Syro ------------- "Hey there, Dog Man, now I drink from your bowl." |
Posted By: danyboy
Date Posted: October 29 2014 at 04:21
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Posted By: Guldbamsen
Date Posted: October 29 2014 at 04:36
Tadah!! Yet another Supersilent fan on board  Now there's about 3 of usQuick note of caution though Audun: 6 is by far their easiest listen. I know you've been digging the avant fusion thang lately, so I gather you're going to dig em just the same. I just thought I'd let you know in advance  Did not know about a new one though  Thanks for the heads up!BTW seeing as you just did me a solid there, then let me point you in the direction of something I'm almost certain that you'll dig. Big time! Guillaume Perret & His Electric Epic. Check out any of their albums, really, I haven't heard anything sub par from them, but then again they've only made 3 as of yet. Think Birds & Buildings only instead of the mad organs you get this supernatural saxomophone that goes through all kinds of effects. ------------- “The Guide says there is an art to flying or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.” - Douglas Adams |
Posted By: Polymorphia
Date Posted: October 29 2014 at 11:35
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I've meant to check out Supersilent more. I heard a couple of songs last year. ------------- https://dreamwindow.bandcamp.com/releases" rel="nofollow - My Music
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Posted By: The Bearded Bard
Date Posted: November 02 2014 at 13:37
Speakin' of saxophones, have you heard of Møster! ? Solo project of Ultralyd's saxophonist Kjetil Møster, where he surrounds himself with guys from Elephant9 and Motorpsycho. Two albums out. Haven't heard the first one, but the last one, Inner Earth (2014), is excellent.
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Now there's about 3 of us
Thanks for the heads up!Posted By: The Bearded Bard
Date Posted: December 16 2014 at 16:39
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^ Having listened to a couple more albums by Kjetil Møster I'm positive this is fusion that fits the site, so this should've been posted in a "great prog albums of the year"-thread, or something like that. Hopefully the Jazz Rock/Fusion team agrees, as his 2014 album, "Inner Earth", is one of my absolute favourites of the year. -------------
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Posted By: Xonty
Date Posted: December 16 2014 at 16:52
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Nothing amazing that I've heard, but some pretty great ones: Insomnium - Shadows Of The Dying Sun Mike Oldfield - Man On The Rocks Robert Plant - Ceaseless Roar and then about 50 Buckethead albums...
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Posted By: Man With Hat
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 03:15
In addition to this: Peter Evans Quintet - Destination Void Supersilent - 12 Who Trio - Zoo Paal Nilssen-Love's Large Unit box ------------- Dig me...But don't...Bury me I'm running still, I shall until, one day, I hope that I'll arrive Warning: Listening to jazz excessively can cause a laxative effect. |
Posted By: Guldbamsen
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 03:48
Hi Audun! Sorry I just saw you'd answered me back...on the 2 of November no less! Damn, I'm sorry dude. But yes, I was thinking you, me and Phil when I posted that lol. Thanks for the Møster rec - currently using my phone and have misplaced my earbuds, so I will have to wait until I get back on my computer. Safe to say that your intial info sum up already has me salivating! Quick thing though: you said the elephant9 guys but does that also include Torstein Lofthus? I looooove his drumming style(s) and could just imagine it in some schizophrenic meeting with the Ultralyd sax. Oh and you're welcome regarding Guillaume Peret. Like I said, any album of theirs is worth having. I started chronologically with them though and can definitely recommend that to others, as it very neatly illustrates how they've evolved. ------------- “The Guide says there is an art to flying or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.” - Douglas Adams |
Posted By: Guldbamsen
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 03:55
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Hahah of course I couldn't resist!!! Made it through 2 minutes of iphone Møster before the library keeper came over to shush me😂 I'm guessing here, but I'm pretty certain it's Lofthus ------------- “The Guide says there is an art to flying or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.” - Douglas Adams |
Posted By: The Bearded Bard
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 05:03
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It's Motorpsycho/Grand General drummer Kenneth Kapstad, on both albums, David. The rest of the personel is Elephant9 bassist Nikolai Eilertsen (also both albums), Storløkken (keys, of course, on last year's live album "Edvard Lygre Møster") and Motorpsycho guitarist Hans Magnus Ryan (on "Inner Earth"). -------------
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Posted By: Kotro
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 05:11
I much prefer their debut, but this last one was a good return to form. ------------- Bigger on the inside. |
Posted By: Dean
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 06:40
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Wilko Johnson and Roger Daltrey ~ Going Back Home. St. Vincent ~ s/t. iamamiwhoami ~ blue. ..and a few disappointments. ...and still waiting for The Cure to release 4:14 Scream... ------------- What? |
Posted By: dr wu23
Date Posted: December 17 2014 at 12:17
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Don't know about great but I do like ....Jack White- Lazaretto and Robert Plant- Lullaby and the Ceaseless Roar ------------- One does nothing yet nothing is left undone. Haquin |