Best Albums of 2010: Longlist Edition

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Saturday January 15, 2011 · 12:37 PM PST

2011/01/15 · 12:37

I know we are into January, but I prefer to not put out a list before all the music for a given year has been released. This is my longlist, the albums I think at first glance deserve to considered. This wasn't some scientific endeavour, just going through everything on my media player from 2010 and reflecting on which albums impressed me most.

In case you are curious, it shows 349 hours of music from 2010. So this list may seem long, but it really isn't when compared to what I left off. Below the fold is the list. Join me, share your favorites, or critique my picks if you so please.

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Wednesday May 05, 2010 · 6:31 PM PDT

2010/05/05 · 18:31

was arrested. The discussion of why it took so long to recognize his name on the list misses a bigger point. He was stuck on a plane.

I would much rather have him stuck in a metal tube than running around an airport or on a high speed chase through a city. Is it really that big a leap to think maybe the FBI wanted him on the plane?

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Thursday April 29, 2010 · 3:39 PM PDT

2010/04/29 · 15:39

Previously I laid out my case that Democrats should be focused on young people. They have a much larger party identification gap, and have the ability to sway the election in a big way. If you are a business why would you waste time and money trying to sell an item with a low margin?

People under the age of 30 had a 29% margin for Democrats in 2008 and 22% margin in 2006. No other group was in double digits, most being around 6%.

Here I lay out how exactly you get young people to show up. This is what I did prior to the Iowa Caucuses, and this is what I spent the last two years studying. There is no magic bullet, it will take a combination of things.

With the recent realignment this election should be more 1934 and less 1994.

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Tuesday April 27, 2010 · 7:32 PM PDT

2010/04/27 · 19:32

I might be in the minority, but I believe that Democrats are not in for the losses as speculated, and might even see gains. Shocking I know, but most the speculation has focused on voter enthusiasm and other pieces of the puzzle.

There is a group that no one is talking about. A large group who swayed the last two elections. Millennials. I am 24. November will be my 4th congressional election. I also have worked on almost a dozen campaigns, including Obama (before his office in Iowa opened). But those ages 18-24 don't show up on the radar.

I spent a good chunk of my senior year of high school doing data entry for the Iowa Democratic Party and John Kerry. We aren't newcomers, we are the new "old hands". People around my age in particular were forged in that campaign, hardened in 2006, and went to battle in 2008.

Here's my case for why we aren't going away and how to make damn sure we turn out in November.

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Obama-???? 2012: Gaming Out the VP

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Thursday March 25, 2010 · 2:22 PM PDT

2010/03/25 · 14:22

All the talk about the 2012 Presidential race is focused on who the Republicans will run against Obama. Much of speculation is focused on people who will most certainly not be running for office. But, it did make me start thinking "What would the final ticket look like?" I studied lots of game theory while at Iowa, so it was natural for me.

This thought exercise lead me to one conclusion, something not done successfully since the 1944 election, Obama will have a new Vice President on his ticket. I think it is interesting, especially with all the references to Truman in the health reform aftermath. So join me across the void as I explain why I came to this conclusion, and who might be on that ticket.

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Friday January 29, 2010 · 10:04 PM PST

2010/01/29 · 22:04

Your question and answer session with house Republicans was amazing! I have been waiting for this for almost a year. You delivered. No teleprompter, no speech, no notes (except ones given to you in reference to questions).

You tore Republicans limb from limb. Sure you missed a couple easy shots, but I saw over an hour of body blows to talking points and ideology.

1. Do it again!!!
You destroyed them so bad, FOX left the live coverage. I want more. It might be hard, but I think you can pressure the GOP into another forum. I would mention them being afraid to debate you. If you want you can call them "Chicken", it often worked in Back to The Future. Town Halls don't work, this does.

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Thursday December 17, 2009 · 12:15 PM PST

2009/12/17 · 12:15

So lots of time on the road last week, which means a bonus list for you all...not to mention a long day in the studio makes me want to write about someone else's music, before focusing on mine again tomorrow. After that expect those " best ofs", first 2009, then the decade.

And remember, this is a place to share, so if you haven't heard anything on my list (or another person's) don't worry about it...that's why I found links.

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Tuesday November 24, 2009 · 12:58 PM PST

2009/11/24 · 12:58

I had to finish writing chapter 6 before winter break and do some analysis of a couple international elections for school. So I slacked on these lists a bit, but they are back. Next weeks will be even better, I promise. Then comes those "best-ofs" at the end of the year, first just 2009, then the decade.

Again don't worry if the most recent album you bought was 20 years ago, I included links this time, so no excuses for not knowing what they sound like.

So join me over the fold and be sure to share your list...

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Tuesday October 13, 2009 · 1:19 PM PDT

2009/10/13 · 13:19

So I took a couple weeks off, due to my birthday and seeing Wicked in Des Moines, but my list is back. I worked Sunday night, but never fear I'll return to my usual 10pm Central next week. I've also been working on my Best Albums of The Decade Project, which I'll explain in detail later this week.

But enough of that, onto my list. I've gotta compete with "real news" today so I'll try to jazz this up for you. What do Paris Hilton, an indie supergroup, a couple classic punk bands, and a transgendered Canadian have in common? THEY ARE ALL ON MY LIST THIS WEEK, OF COURSE.

While I am 24 year old music junkie, good music knows no barriers, so if you haven't bought an album in a decade...NEVER FEAR! Join me across the abyss for my list, be sure to share yours too...

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Sunday September 20, 2009 · 6:21 PM PDT

2009/09/20 · 18:21

If I could, this list would just be all three Frank Turner albums. But I figured I should at least try to listen to other stuff. As such this list includes a bunch of new releases or pre-leases.

Lost of Acoustic, British, Electronic stuff this week. Combinations of them all too. Oh, and I wanted to get around to listen to Imogen Heap's new stuff, but this stuff sounded better...So hop across the void and let's get to the list shall we?

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Sunday September 13, 2009 · 5:24 PM PDT

2009/09/13 · 17:24

Last week we had a lively discussion of vinyl records and jazz and how great they both were. I agree with the former, more than the later...I am a lyrics person, and if there are no lyrics it better be electronic. Unless we a talking live, then jazz is fine.

ANYWAY, onto my list for this week, which is a peak inside my vast music collection. Some acoustic, punk, hardcore, rap, alternative, comedy, and a good dose of indie show up. You'll like something I promise. Even you older kossacks...

So join me across the void for my list and share what you are into this week.

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Sunday September 06, 2009 · 6:29 PM PDT

2009/09/06 · 18:29

Took a break for a bit, but never fear I have returned with NEW music this time...okay kind of new.

Lots of British, singer-songwriter, electronic stuff this week. Anyway let's cut the crap and get to me list right?

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