2005 Listener's Poll

1. Beck Guero
   “Another great album from one of music’s most dynamic and talented songwriters.”
   – Matt, Mt. Lebanon
   
   
2. Coldplay X&Y
   “With all of the disasters and political ineptness occurring this past year, it seems that a lot of artists found comfort in cover songs. Coldplay’s X&Y is my “comfort food” of the year.”
   – Jim, Pleasant Hills
   
   
3. Tori Amos The Beekeeper
   “This is Tori at her best: sexy, lusty, coy...”
   – Cathy, Squirrel Hill
   
   
4. Neil Young Prairie Wind
   “Neil rocks, Neil matters. Period.”
   – Jim, Ottawa
   
   
5. Ben Folds Songs for Silverman
   “Stellar songwriting and production. Once again, Ben Folds proves his talent time and again on this CD.”
   – Mike, Observatory Hill
   
   
6. White Stripes Get Behind Me Satan
   “I’ve been listening to this album since it came out, and I’m still not tired of it. That says a lot!”
   – Jen, North Hills
   
   
7. Ryan Adams & The Cardinals Jacksonville City Nights
   “I never get tired of listening to Ryan Adams. His voice, music, and lyrics have the sound of heartbreak (with some reckless living thrown into the mix for good measure). The Cardinals are a geat backing band. That combination makes this an album to play again and again.”
   – Vicky, Ford City
   
   
8. U2 How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb
   “U2 continues to be one of the best bands ever. The songwriting, the sound, and Bono’s amazing voice. Each of the songs bring out a different emotion in me.”
   – Linda, North Hills
   
   
9. Mike Doughty Haughty Melodic
   “The compelling quality of Doughty’s voice coupled with the infectious melodies makes this CD completely enjoyable from beginning to end. A true gem I couldn’t stop listening to.”
   – Marie, Dormont
   
   
10. Bright Eyes Digital Ash in a Digital Urn
    “So often, great music isn’t accompanied by great lyrics, but Conor Oberst writes both. Even more impressive is how thoughtful his lyrics are for someone so young.”
    – Carla, San Antonio
    

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