People's Choice Submissions

We're still collecting Reader's submissions. Don't be scared! As we continue to countdown SFCritic's top albums, here are some of our reader's selections:


"Here's my top 5" -Rick James Chatas

1. Blakroc Blakroc

- First Rock/Hip Hop album collaboration with more than just a trendy single

- Black Keys always bring it

- The Rap contribution is amazing. Big Mos Def and RZA fan.

2. The Dead Weather Horehound

- Allison Mosshart. GAWD. Enough said. Amazing voice, delivery, and she's sexy

- It's not a White Stripes or Raconteurs off shoot. I think the album stands on its own in every track

3. The XX - XX
- This record totally took me by surprise

- Low-fi sex appeal
- Heavy concepts that you still sing to; there's an understanding there

4. Florence and The Machine - Florence and The Machine

- Florence has an amazing voice

- The song concepts are real and transparent

- The record has a way of whisking you away to surreality

5. Kevin Devine Brother's Blood
- Seriously, the new Bob Dylan

- Best record he's done to date

- Under appreciated, under valued, but oh so sick


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