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Michael Jackson - Off the Wall
63
Listen. I know. I know I am wrong. I know this is super well made and game-changing for its time. I know. This is just so far away from what I look for in music that I come out of it unable to connect to anything happening here. Maybe it'll grow! In fact, I hope it does! Ultimately, I respect it a lot, but it's just not for me.

Favourites: Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough, Off the Wall
Least Favourites: I Can't Help It

Adrianne Lenker - i won't let go of your hand
79
An unsurprisingly gorgeous project for an amazing cause from an artist who is gradually becoming one of my favourite songwriters of all time.
Quadeca - SCRAPYARD
80
Sincere compliment: I'm genuinely shocked as to how much I like this. I know my music taste well enough by now to be completely unsurprised by my love for the pretty, melodic tracks like "GUIDE DOG" and the droning, Xiu Xiu-tinged "U TRIED THAT THING WHERE UR HUMAN". However, you know a project is great when even the songs I normally actively dislike the genres and influences of are so charming and charismatic that I can not only tolerate them, but genuinely enjoy them as ... read more
The Last Dinner Party - Prelude to Ecstasy
78
black cunty new road

Favourites: Burn Alive, Nothing Matters, On Your Side, Sinner, My Lady of Mercy
Least Favourites: Prelude To Ecstasy

Bleachers - Bleachers
74
Wow, haven't seen a project this overhated in a while. It's a much subtler album than previous Bleachers projects for sure, and the last three tracks could easily be cut completely, but honestly the highlights are great and I'm finding much more in this smooth, nostalgic sound than most of "Take the Sadness Out of Saturday Night". I know people like to hate on Jack Antonoff, but I've always enjoyed his work, and here I feel I'm offered a pleasant slice of glossy, synthy Bleachers ... read more

Shoutbox

1w
Hey Ellie
Congratulations on your inclusion in the new AOTY user reviews guide! One or more of your reviews are included, so I'll let you browse the list. This is an evolving list, so it will be possible to participate again. Don't forget to put a "like" and, if possible, promote this list for the benefit of all long review writers! https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/doublez/list/186157/long-review-aoty-guide/
2w
HEY ELLIE, IT'S OUT NOW, CHECK IT OUT

my new tape with vmrrobotic, ethereal eclipse, is out on bandcamp and YouTube. It is much more dmb and electronic than anything else I've made, and I'm very proud of it. Check it out when you can, it's an experience to say the very least

Also, when you feel able, check out the story, cause it's a lot

https://youtu.be/Ucw8PvFNzmM

https://i-miss-you-so-much.bandcamp.com/album/ethereal-eclipse

https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/878548-vmrrobotic-ethereal-eclipse.php

OUT ON STREAMING ON FRIDAY
1mo
Hey Ellie! I'm currently creating what's known as a network graph or "Atlas" of AOTY, and someone mentioned YOU! :D To ensure the highest accuracy possible, as well as allow as many members to take part I'm asking all users mentioned if they'd like to take part as well! The following link will take you to a form if you do decide to take part: https://forms.gle/FjrJiKqLF1pkA4MJ6 Hope you had/have an awesome day, and thank you in advance if you do decide to contribute to the Atlas!
2mo
Hello there Ellie!!!
Me and my brother recently released an album - in my review I explained the cool story behind how it was made and how it went semi-viral.
It would mean a lot if you could take a look, I promise it's pretty interesting :D

https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/ikmmm/album/828364-arkadia/

You can also check out my year-end lists that I just finished making, they took some time to make so I hope you enjoy the little notes I included with every album and song!

Best Albums List: https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/ikmmm/list/168583/best-albums-2023/
Best Songs List: https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/ikmmm/list/169102/best-songs-2023/

sorry for bothering you, that's it, thanks :>
5mo
Hey!

Me and cybercrashersTV just released an ambient/classical split mixtape with the concept of a forgotten castle. You should check it out!

https://i-miss-you-so-much.bandcamp.com/album/kenopsia
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/748935-cybercrasherstv-concrete-castles-kenopsia.php
5mo
thank you, i'll check out all the ones you named and let you know what i think!! i always trust your taste so i'm very excited :')
5mo
ELLIE HELLO YES IM BACK!!!!!! do you have any recommendations of cool stuff you've heard lately you'll think i'd like??
5mo
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6mo
Hey Ellie! Hope you’re doing well! I just wanted to let you know that my band’s debut album, “Empty Homes in Blue Light” is out now on all platforms! I appreciate if you end up giving it a shot, and if not no worries at all :) Here’s the AOTY link if you’re interested:

https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/556709-midnight-session-empty-homes-in-blue-light.php

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