Bossanova
PixiesAs someone who does not traditionally listen to rock, I am definitely not qualified to rate this album based on any of characteristics a typical rock listener wants in an album like this. With all that said, Bossanova is a juxtaposition of an album, contrasting intensely abrasive guitars and sometimes even purposely sour/devilish notes to softer, melodic and almost poppy ambience cut through with consistently great drums (seriously I love the drums on this album). To a rock fan this may feel like the light and dark battling it out in a beautiful piece of art, but to someone like me who doesn't normally gravitate this sound, it would be more accurately described as an intense sprint with momentary gasps of fresh air between dashes. Notable songs (FOR ME): "Dig for Fire", "Hang Wire" and "Stormy Weather".