Without question, Arcade Fire’s “The Suburbs”, the Canadian outfit’s 3rd studio release, is the most wonder-filled, enchanted release of 2010.  I’ve loved Arcade Fire since the first time I heard them–the bright-eyed sounds of innocence brushing up against death in their debut, the apocalyptic giddiness of their underrated “Neon Bible.”  But as a sonic whole, […]

Next, I loved the yet under appreciated debut of Daniel Lanois’ new band, Black Dub.  I have been a fan of Lanois for years, best known as a producer for the likes of U2, Emmylou Harris and Bob Dylan.  His solo records have been sporadic in light of his other creative pursuits, but generally beautiful. […]