Best of the Decade

Top 10 Albums of the 00's...

1. The Sophtware Slump by Grandaddy (May, 2000)


2. Come on feel the Illinoise by Sufjan Stevens (July, 2005)


3. Takk... by Sigur Ros (September, 2005)


4. Chutes too narrow by The Shins (October, 2003)


5. Pleased to meet you by James (July, 2001)


6. Proof Of Youth by The Go! Team (September, 2007)


7. Waiting for the sirens’ call by New Order (March, 2005)


8. Oh, Inverted World by The Shins (June, 2001)


9. 23 by Blonde Redhead (April, 2007)


10. Talkie Walkie by Air (January, 2004)

Bob's yer uncle

Newly announced support act for James' North American tour... Egh, maybe they'll grow on me - not raising any hairs just yet. Definitely good enough, however, to not get booed off the stage like we did Gallon Drunk ahead of The Moz. Of course, Gallon Drunk were crap.


Video :: The Hit Parade by Unkle Bob

We Missed You

I think members of Grandaddy, who folded last year, will be better off on their own. The stress of being really good but not ever "making it" was too much for their collective talents to handle.

The Beautiful South will be missed, though Paul Heaton is so talented, and he knows so many people who can back him, that his solo career is sure to thrive.

But some bands simply aren't allowed to call it a day. Like James. After James ended a remarkable 20 year run about seven years ago, singer Tim Booth did have a pretty decent solo venture. However, as a band they are truly magical - kings of the indie-pop anthem. And, thankfully, they have recognized this. New album release date: 04/07/08.

Video :: We're Going To Miss You by James