A few albums we've been bumping here at MONO studios...

1. Passion Pit - Manners


This album totally hits the spot. When I want something electronic, but not fully with a base around non-digital instruments...this is what we've been listening to. I can't find anything wrong with 'Manners'. It's one of those albums that we have been listening on repeat...skipping songs on this album is a NONO. Shame on us if we ever press the >> button.

2. Phoenix - Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix


WOW...I thought 'It's Been Like That' was a great album! Then these guys bust out a 2009 topper. 'Alphabetical' was also a ridiculously solid album by these French rockers, but their latest efforts really put them on the map here in the States. For fans of Phoenix, definitely check out other awesome French bands like Tahiti 80 and Rhesus.

3. As Tall As Lions - You Can't Take It With You


Seriously highly anticipated by the MONO crew. This is truly a beautifully written album. The only way I can explain it is that it's so versatile. Dynamics on this album are awesome, it can get dark at times but not melancholy. There's always a nicely understated beauty that comes through.