My Top 5 Albums of 2013

This is a new series I am starting here at Those Three Minute Records, Each week I will do a count down of My Top 5, either songs, Albums, Bands and Gigs, (And Yes this is taking inspiration from the classic film High Fidelity and Jack Black with his Top Five cassette). So today we start with …. My Top 5 Albums of 2013.

Number one:

   To kick off this series and this list it seems only fair to start with an album that was highly anticipated and in high demand, Arctic Monkey’s AM. From start to finish, this album had me hooked from the leading single “R U Mine?” to the smooth melodies of “Mad Sounds”, This album stepped away from what the fans and critics alike expected of Arctic Monkeys and threw at them a whole new sound with Matt Helders Falsetto taking on a whole new level in their songs. This album may have been a huge step away from what everyone expected, but it made sense for the band and worked in a way no one could of imagined. Not to forget Alex Turners’ Lyrics still managing to create imagery in the most poetic way possible.

Number two:

   The Courteeners third, eagerly awaited album Anna, was released in February. With a very strong following of fans, The Courteeners have made a name for themselves with upholding the name of an “Indie Rock Band” this band lived up to their previous albums and more so. Having hit singles such as “Van Der Graaff” and most recently “Are You In Love With A Notion” gave a good overall feel of the album whilst still allowing the mystery of amazing songs such as “When You Want Something You Can’t Have” and “Money” to be maintained. The Lyrics and music worked in a harmony that can be found in their previous albums and is not uncommon for this Manchester bred band. Also if the chance occurs a must see live.

Number three:
   Now number three holds a special place in my heart, as during 2013 my favourite band from when I was 14 reformed…Fall Out Boy. This news came as a surprise and inflicted all of their old albums on my then flatmates. Save Rock and Roll, having collaborations with people from Courtney Love to Elton John, showed the true versatility of Fall Out Boy. This album acts as a whole new dose of nostalgia for me and makes me once again feel like the 14 year old girl dancing round her room. As a personal favourites “Young Volcanoes” and “Where did the Party Go” for holding on to the traditional vibe of Fall Out Boy that I knew and loved whilst also clearly growing up and developing their sound from the side projects since the hiatus in 2009.

Number four:

   The 1975 both artist and album title, attracted critical acclaim from all over during 2013 from their EP to the release of their album, this band held to their style of music and backed this up with their lyrics. From their singles “Chocolate” and “Girls” to “Falling For You” this band seems to be able to hold your attention to each syllable spoken and each note played. I am eagerly awaiting to hear what else this band has in store for us and hopefully get to see how they are live in the near future.

Number five:

   Last but definitely not least, Opposites by Biffy Clyro. The double album from the Scottish triple act, was not a disappointment. As a concept album, showing the complete opposite on each disc, seeing the positive and seeing the negative. This album truly showed the ability of Biffy Clyro to showcase the big ideas. The first song shown from this album “Stingin Belle” gave the fans exactly what they wanted after a long wait and then with the release of their first single “Black Chandelier” showed exactly what they had been doing with their time. This album shows outlooks on life and has become a must have album for me, personally. If at any point in the future there is a chance for you to see them live it is definitely highly recommended.


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