25 to 21: Top Albums of 2009

Words by Scenewave Oz - Published on January 6, 2010

25. Danananananaykyroyd – Hey Everyone!

Danananananaykyroyd - Hey Everyone!

An infectious debut album from the ‘ans’. However, the debate still rages. Are they pop? Or are they post-hardcore? Black Wax is pop, however One Chance is definitely post-hardcore. Who knows. It’s still awesome.

Standout track: Black Wax

24. Dappled Cities – Zounds

Dappled Cities - Zounds

It was via a remix that my appreciation for Dappled Cities grew. No Device, a brisbane based electronic production duo, produced the years best remix in Dappled Cities’ ‘The Price’. From this track, I began to explore the rest of the album, discovering that it was one of the best Australian releases of 2009.

Standout track: The Price

23. The Dead Weather – Horehound

The Dead Weather - Horehound

Jack White. Enough said.

Standout track: I Cut Like A Buffalo

22. Junior Boys – Begone Dull Care

Junior Boys - Begone Dull Care

Despite its lack of critical acclaim, this album is an easy listen. Eight tracks, highlighted by Hazel, Bits & Pieces and Work.

Standout Track: Hazel

21. Kid Kudi – Man on the Moon

Kid Kudi - Man on the Moon

The only hip-hop album to make the list. Like Kanye, except not a wanker. The electronic influence provided a fresh take on a chart dominating genre.

Standout track: Pursuit of Happiness