Best Rock Albums in 2009, so far

neko case middle cyclone

Just picked up the Neko Case album: one of the best--easily knocks out the U2 and Animal Collective albums. Fantastic backing tracks by Matt Ward, Los Lobos and Calexico. What a beautiful voice!

Also love the retro feel of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' new one, dropping next week. I have an advance copy and it is a huge step up over previous efforts. Reminds me of the best New Wave bands like Blondie. I suspect you will find both groups on the top of many year-end "best of 2009" lists.

02-26-09: Jfz writes:

Springsteen: Working on a Dream, especially if you are an audiophile with a great system.

You are making a joke, correct? Both that and Magic have terrible sonics. I sort of like them on my iPod, but awful at home. And I like Bruce.

Regards,

Just picked up u2's no line on the horizon. Exquisite.
This from U2 and Bono non fan.

Oh yes, Dan Auerbach's Keep it hid is worth noting too.