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Artvoice's Top 20 Albums of 2004
While it may have not have been the best year for some of our usual “stand-bys,” 2004 graced us with releases from new contenders for the prize like angular Scot guitar-poppists Franz Ferdinand and the unapologetically arty rockers Arcade Fire.
Five Experts' Top 5 CD Picks for 2004new
The critics choose works by seasoned artists like Prince and Brian Wilson as well as the sophomore release of a startling young band, Perpetual Groove.
Mountain Xpress |
Melanie McGee, Kevin Cassels, DJ Jah Seh, Ele Ellis and Stuart Gaines |
12-29-2004 |
Music
Westword's Favorite National CDs for 2004new
After sifting through more crap than a Roto-Rooter guy, Westword's music staff submits these suck-free national releases as reason not to stick a shank in your speakers.