A Rush of Blood into the head (ColdPlay)

I've gotten the CD only recently. I've been into the whole melancholic rock scene since Travis and Radiohead. Personally, I thought they were just another band seeking a big break by imitating Travis. But I was wrong. They have a whole new sound that is uniquely theirs. Very nice. A nice chill out album to listen to in lazy afternoons.

Elephant (White Stripes)

I personally don't know what the hype was until I bought the CD. White Stripe Rocks! A refreshing sound that breaks barriers. "I just don't know what to do with myself" is my theme song. :) I don't know what else to say, Jack's talent of making tunes minus the bass is excellent. Meg's angelic voice is another bonus. White Stripes is definitely here to stay.

Whoa Nelly (Nelly Furtado)

Eversince the first time I saw "I'm Like A Bird's" video, I was an instant fan. The album is really good. I also have her new work but I think the first one was her best. Her mixing of ethnic beats with modern rock is just divine. Plus, she sings really well too. Did I forgot that she's so damn cute? :)

The Invisible Band (Travis)

The first time that I've noticed them was on Top of the Pops. An unlikely show to spot them. hehe But they delivered a damn good performance of "Sing." The rest of the songs here are of the same vibe. This is my favorite album of all time. But that is temporary. :) When niceness will be the new rock, Travis will definitely lead the revolution. Plus, I liked the album art.

It's all too weird since the time I first heard about them was the time I was loathing Chemistry! High School was really bad, I have to tell you. Anyway, the CD is full of soft rock tunes that mostly delivers the message of love. Yeah, 'making' love. lol. This is evident with the album cover.

Although critics bagged this debut as full of 'fillers,' I beg to differ. I personally liked listening to the album. I'm being childish, I guess. All the guitar riff offs were actually pleasing to my ears. hehe. They sound a bit link Blink 182 but I think their a bit better. I could totally relate to the lyrics which made this album a personal favorite. Listening to it requires a specific mood for me though.

This three girls (one half-Filipina) from Britain has got to be the best 'maunfactured' girl band there is. Their sound is well crafted. The garage influence and indie sound fused together is a work of genius. They are way ahead than most of their peers.

Ok. You're probably wondering why this hell of a group got into this list? I'm sorry but I also don't know the answer. lol. No. It's not the accent and not Rachel. I guess it's the whole package. The TV show at Disney was my guilty pleasure. The music only came along second. But still, despite the sugar coating, I truly believe that they are talented individuals. It's so sad they split up. *sigh*

Morning Orbit (David Usher)

I only stumbled on David when I was rummaging through a music store. I liked the cover. I know, I must not just music by its cover. Yeah, yeah, but after listening to it, I was utterly impressed. The album is kind of like a failed experiment gone good. The album contained different sounds from different genres. "Black, black heart" was my favorite.

Escapology (Robbie Williams)

Everybody likes Robbie. That's a fact, I think, but with the exceptions of Americans. So, Escaplogy for me, was his best work. Again, the man is experimenting with new sounds. Rock and Roll was more in here. He a genius in infusing humor in most of his songs.

No Angel (Dido)

Thanks to Eminem, Dido's career sky rocketed. She's the favorite of my sister who would play it over and over again and mouthing "Hunter." I guess, it was influence. hehe. Really, Dido is really good. Roswell's theme song "Here with me" is my favorite. I gave my sister her new album but I didn't get to listen to it. :( Too bad.

Beautiful (Garbage)

Wow... that was my first reaction. This album is a classic. Shirley Manson really knows how to rock. It's all about the glamour babe! hehe. I fell in love with the music instantly. And, ladies who do rock, truly rocks. Pardon the pun. :)

Out of the Vein (Third Eye Blind)

I was still in grade school when Third Eye Blind became really big. I've been a fan ever since. Their latest is a nice listen. The songs are well crafted and I love the way they play guitars (not so rough but strong enough... sweet). They have this unique way of making the beginning of the song the climax. Well, sort of, coz You'll be hooked when you got this CD.

200 km/hr in the wrong lane (t.A.T.u.)

A breakthrough in music. Russia's newest import crumbled the world of pop by singing songs about being lesbos. lol. I have the CD and it is really good. The remixes are even better. Tatu has that unique blending of helium voices. Too Kylie, you might think but the songs here are strong pop. A lot of thought has been put onto it because the sound was really new and original. Hac He Aorohrt!