What's the Best Album of the 21st Century?

cstpeter
cstpeter Posts: 387
edited July 2008 in Music & Movies
Curious what you would vote as the best album of the 21st Century and why.

My vote goes to Radiohead's Kid A, which I view as a groundbreaking work not only for the band itself, but for the whole industry. It bridged the popular gap from the alt rock era of the 90's to a more modern, electronic style. Also, despite its relative denseness, it was well received by both critics and the public (although it did alienate many existing fans).

Let's hear yours!
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  • jpolz
    jpolz Posts: 15
    edited May 2008
    For me it would have to be Porcupine Tree's "In Absentia".

    I'm not good at writing reviews with all sorts of descriptive adjectives, so I'll just leave it at this: any fan of music deserves to give listen. It's powerful, yet delicate. Every track is memorable and the production is astounding.

    The fact that it comes in 5.1 DVD-A version makes it even that much sweeter to listen to.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited May 2008
    The Flaming Lips Soft Bulletin. Beautifully crafted and unique on so many levels.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited May 2008
    Arcade Fire: Neon Bible.

    Just a brilliant work of art. It's different and clever and just a revelation to behold.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited May 2008
    That would be a strong second for me. And first on certain days. Darla... I really, really hope you get a chance to see 'em live. Quite possibly the best show I've ever attended. I could try to describe it, but would never be able to do it justice.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited May 2008
    zombie boy 2000 wrote: »
    That would be a strong second for me. And first on certain days. Darla... I really, really hope you get a chance to see 'em live. Quite possibly the best show I've ever attended. I could try to describe it, but would never be able to do it justice.

    I would love to. Funeral is a close second for me.
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  • cstpeter
    cstpeter Posts: 387
    edited May 2008
    zombie boy 2000 wrote: »
    Quite possibly the best show I've ever attended. I could try to describe it, but would never be able to do it justice.

    Yeah, I'd agree. I saw them on their Neon Bible tour and it was amazing. Everybody I talked to was blown away. The Friday night show was so goood I scalped tickets for Sun night too...just as good the second time.
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,341
    edited May 2008
    What about Hannah Montana?
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  • Belcon
    Belcon Posts: 25
    edited May 2008
    All That You Can't Leave Behind - U2

    This album brings back alot of the parts of the groups previous albums and brings them together in this disc. "Beautiful Day" as the first single was just a great choice to get the ball rolling on this modern classic.

    Thanks phuz for showing me the error of my ways.
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited May 2008
    Belcon wrote: »
    I'll stay away from the obvious classic rock masterpieces.

    Since I would change my favorite depending on my mood, I will say this week it is

    Smashing Pumpkin's "Siamese Dream."

    This album just flat out kicks ****. It lifts my emotion when I listen.

    Other great choices:

    Garbage - Garbage
    STP - Stone Temple Pilots
    GnR - Appetite for Destruction

    Wrong century.
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  • mhw58
    mhw58 Posts: 359
    edited May 2008
    cstpeter wrote: »
    Curious what you would vote as the best album of the 21st Century and why.

    My vote goes to Radiohead's Kid A, which I view as a groundbreaking work not only for the band itself, but for the whole industry. It bridged the popular gap from the alt rock era of the 90's to a more modern, electronic style. Also, despite its relative denseness, it was well received by both critics and the public (although it did alienate many existing fans).

    Let's hear yours!

    Smile 2004 by Brian Wilson. It's a bit of a cheat since Brian wrote Smile in
    66-67 but since it was finally relesed this century, it gets by vote. It's still a mindblowing piece of music. I was lucky enough to hear it live and it was
    incredible!
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  • Norm Apter
    Norm Apter Posts: 1,036
    edited May 2008
    I've got two, which each sound the best depending on what sort of mood I'm in:

    Elliot Smith's Figure Eight
    Spoon's Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga
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  • cstpeter
    cstpeter Posts: 387
    edited May 2008
    Norm Apter wrote: »
    I've got two, which each sound the best depending on what sort of mood I'm in:

    Elliot Smith's Figure Eight
    Spoon's Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga

    Great picks! I like Kill the Moonlight better, but Ga Ga is damn good too. I've never heard Figure Eight but love XO and Either/Or. I'll have to check it out.
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  • PolkWannabie
    PolkWannabie Posts: 2,763
    edited May 2008
    The best album of the 21st century is undoubtedly something not yet produced ... probably something not even thought of yet ...
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  • markmarc
    markmarc Posts: 2,309
    edited May 2008
    So far I would say that my choice also would win the finest recording quality award:
    "Morph The Cat" by Donald Fagan
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  • fossy
    fossy Posts: 1,378
    edited May 2008
    it's whatever your listening to right now --- for me Tres Hombres by ZZ Top is sounding pretty damn good
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited July 2008
    Muse - Black Holes and Revelations.

    But i'm sure i'll change my mind next week.
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  • TNRabbit
    TNRabbit Posts: 2,168
    edited July 2008
    markmarc wrote: »
    So far I would say that my choice also would win the finest recording quality award:
    "Morph The Cat" by Donald Fagan

    x2 on Morph the Cat
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Coldplay Viva La Vida I can sit and listen to the cd all day long. It has a great mix of music and musical instruments.
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  • cstpeter
    cstpeter Posts: 387
    edited July 2008
    What about Strokes Is This It? Every indie album after that sounded just like it.
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,728
    edited July 2008
    I'd probably agree with In Absentia by Porcupine Tree, but Absolution by Muse comes in a close second...

    I love Radiohead, but OK Computer is my favorite effort of theirs.
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  • hockeyboy
    hockeyboy Posts: 1,428
    edited July 2008
    Joe Satriani- Super Collasal
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  • etwigs34
    etwigs34 Posts: 136
    edited July 2008
    I would say Relentless by Misty Edwards......she has to be one of the most gifted musicians/lyricists of our time!
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  • Fongolio
    Fongolio Posts: 3,516
    edited July 2008
    Three way tie for me:

    Joe Satriani Super Collasal
    Donald Fagen Morph the Cat
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