Though there is not a lot of cold weather in Florida, I’ve stumbled onto some albums that are perfect for those who live in a place that has more than two seasons (hot and not so hot).
Bon Iver – For Emma, Forever Ago: This is a no-brainer since the band’s name translates to Good Winter. It’s a haunting, beautiful album that you should listen from front to back.
Death Cab For Cutie – Transatlanticism: No matter what these guys make, Transatlanticism will always been their magnum opus. Hearing the title song live punches you in the stomach then asks for make up sex with your tearducts.
Counting Crows – August and Everything After: This is a band that peaked with their first album then went to utter hell (except for “Long December”). However, this is another perfect album that needs to be listened to from front to back (yes, even “Mr. Jones”)
The Cure – Disintergration: Yeah I went there. Yeah, if you don’t feel anything after listening to it, you have no soul.
The Twilight Singers – Twilight As Played By The Twilight Singers: Greg Dulli is one interesting guy. On one hand, he’s really obsessed with being a lothario and a private detective. On the other hand, he’s crafted some compelling music with three different bands (The Afghan Whigs, Twilight Singers, and The Gutter Twins). This is another beautiful album that would go well with dying leaves or six inches of snow.
Antony & The Johnsons – I Am A Bird: Listen to it. Trust me.
Other than holiday music, what is your soundtrack to the decaying fall and unforgiving winter?
