I have three quick recommendations for those looking for something new.

First, there’s Tim Hecker‘s latest “Harmony In Ultraviolet” off Kranky. Without a doubt, this album is going to be on many “end of the year” lists. I feel it’s also among his best work, although I’ve thoroughly enjoyed everything he’s created (particularly the noisier “My Love Is Rotten To The Core”).

Second, I have to recommend Chris Clark‘s “Body Riddle” on Warp, which happens to serve as a great compliment to Hecker’s album. Again, I’ve been a fan of each of his releases (my first introduction was when I bought the “Clarence Park” LP just because the cover art), but I feel this is one of his strongest albums. My only qualm is the packaging is pretty weak. I’d been listening to the EP “Throttle Furniture” in great anticipation of the full length, and it does not disappoint.

Finally, as a bonus recommendation to those who enjoy singing on their albums: Sandro Perri’s “Plays Polmo Polpo“. Anything this man does is awesome. That’s all that needs to be said.