In particular order:
In Rainbows, Radiohead.
In Rainbows is the exciting narrative of an album that existed in part, almost in entirety, long before becoming a whole. In Rainbows teaches us that, if you are made of absolute amazing, that you can create beautiful topographies of sound without having to write new songs. Still the most beautiful and enjoyable album on my playlist.
"Nude," back in 1998
The Cool, Lupe Fiasco
The Cool tells us not to be cool, and to graduate from school. The Cool also tells us about cheeseburgers and gold watches during an amazingly well-produced stretch of music. Some low-points, but the album is absolutely worth getting. Just listening to it makes my mind rush with ideas.
"Dumb it Down"
Hissing Fauna, are you the Destroyer?, Of Montreal
Hissing Fauna, are you the Destroyer? is music for bi-polar people, or kittens. Kevin Barnes makes you want to dance and kill yourself at the same time. Terrifyingly amazing. Something to listen to when you're down, or if you're afraid of being too happy.
Barnes' EP, Icons, Abstract Thee includes a song happier than anything on Hissing, and one yet more depressing.
Others may have their favorites and similar lists, but my strongest personal investment is with these three.
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