My diverse musical tastes makes me switch up the songs and albums I listen to on a regular basis. My “favorite” albums and songs change a lot too. However, there are still albums and songs that always sound good to me. These three albums are the albums that aren’t always my first choice of listening, but have stuck with me long enough to be called forgotten loves.
1. The Gaslight Anthem‘s The 59 Sound.
If punk and soul had a baby, it would be The Gaslight Anthem’s sound. From start to finish, The 59 Sound is big and beautiful. ”Even Cowgirls Get the Blues,” “Miles Davis and the Cool,” and “Casanova, Baby” marry a rich sound and intellectually pleasing lyrics. I have yet to hear anyone meld two completely different genres with the success that The Gaslight Anthem has. The combination of great writing, rich sound, and talent makes The 59 Sound my favorite forgotten loved album.
2. Envy on the Coast’s Lucy Gray
This album is haunting. Envy on the Coast are, at least to me, pretty genre-defying. Each song tells a complete story and each story somewhat fits together to create an interesting vibe. Songs like “Starving Your Friends” and “Lapse” have simple but charming arrangements. Sonically, Lucy Gray has sharp and eerie tones that just add to the warped beauty of the lyrics. Every few months I find myself coming back to Lucy Gray. When that happens its usually a full week before I feel like listening to anything else. I would suggest to anyone listening for the first time, to listen to this album from start to finish.
3. Deez Nuts‘ Stay True
When you’re in a horrible mood, put on this album and see your unhappiness fade away. Stay True is chock full of catchy, humorous light hardcore. ”Tonight We’re Going to Party Like There’s No Tomorrow” and “I Hustle Everyday” get even the most dour person two-stepping. This album has great production quality. I love the songs because it still hits like happy hardcore, but Deez Nuts don’t take themselves too seriously. Listen and join the party.
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