We are well into 2010 but people are still asking me about my top 10 of 2009. Apparently, everyone missed it the first time around when it was posted on Decoy Music along with their aggregated top 20 of 2009 which also has some of my write-ups. Either way, here it is in its faultless glory along with links to stream all of the albums on the always reliable Lala.
Most people don't realize that each year gets progressively better for music. 2009 was arguably the best year for music yet. It offered more diverse styles as well as solid albums and myriad ways to listen to them. People who are disenfranchised with current offerings focus too hard on what is the most visible. There is plenty of great music out there that rivals the classics; however, you just need to take some time to find it. The music that will make a true lasting impact won't be shoved down your throat like mainstream music but it's still out there. These are the albums that left an indubitable impression on me.
