Albums I can't stop listening to so far this week

TODAY may be Monday but I may as well post up the albums which have been tickling my eardrums over the past seven days.

The Drums -- Summertime EP!

THIS year's buzz band haven't been out of my stereo/iPod since last year and Summertime! gets brighter and more exciting with each listen. Having caught them on the NME tour, they're definitely the best band I've seen this year so far. This is surf-pop at its best.
Stand out track:
Down By The Water


Liars -- Sisterworld

LISTENING to Liars is a bit like that black stuff Marmite. Some people love them, some people hate them. Admittedly, sometimes listening to Liars can feel like doing a press up with a sumo wrestler on your back but with a little more persistence you'll reap the benefits (and a stronger backbone). Sisterworld is freaky, but that comes with the territory. I love it and I can't wait to get under its skin a little more (and for it to get under mine). Expect a review of this up by the end of the week.
Stand out track:
Scissor

Washed Out -- Life of Leisure EP

THIS is pure pop escapism. The relaxing synths, distorted soft vocals, muffled funky bass and echoed effects make this the perfect chill out record for 2010. This EP won't leave you feeling washed out - it'll leave you glowing.

Stand out track:
Feel It All Around




Wire -- Pink Flag

I don't just listen to brand new music 24/7, you know. Pink Flag is arguably one of the greatest albums ever. It has held firm against the tests of time and still sounds as fresh as ever. Why can't there be more bands like Wire? From the opening jangles of the guitar on Reuters, to the penetrating opening drums on Pink Flag to the genius of Feeling Called Love, this album contains some of the greatest pieces of pop music in history.
Stand out track:
Pink Flag