2018 Summa Cum Laude Albums Part 2 (top ten)

10. Caroline Rose LONER

This innovative singer-songwriter from New York, NY is nothing short of awesome.







9. Larkin Poe Venom & Faith

This sister duo from Atlanta slipped under my radar for a while. No more. This is a great album.







8. Meg Myers Take Me To The Disco

This L.A. based singer has gifted us with this gem. It gets better with every listen.







7. Miya Folick Premonitions

Another L.A. based singer. And another album that keeps getting better each iteration.







6. Aurora Infections of a Different Kind

From Bergen, Norway. This youngster is an extraordinary talent.





5. Lissie Castles

I am not even sure what to say about this artist. She has become so near and dear to my heart. Saw her twice this year. So incredible. Currently based in Iowa (yes, that is correct).







4. Metric Art of Doubt

This Toronto based band is one of my all time favorite bands. Their latest album only confirms why I love them.





3. Florence + the Machine High As Hope

Not surprising to see this band near the top of my list. From London, UK.







2. Brandi Carlile By The Way, I Forgive You

This Seattle Singer is a once in a generation talent. And after all her incredible work, she just gets better.







1. Halestorm Vicious

This Pennsylvania Band has really, really moved up my list of great bands. They are incredible live. And Lzzy Hale is over the top good.

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22. Strvngers Amor / Noir

This duo from Alberta, Canada is definitely worth a listen.







21. Dream State Recovery

This is a great rock band from Wales, UK.







20. Mother Mother Dance and Cry

This is a very cool band from Vancouver, BC.







19. DOROTHY 28 Days in the Valley

I got to see this L.A. band live recently. Man, they are GOOD!







18. Mother Feather Constellation Baby

A great Rock Band from New York, NY.







17. Muse Simulation Theory This band never gets old to me. Love their new album.







16. Leddra Chapman Fidelity & Grace

I have been a big fan of this singer-songwriter from Essex, UK for a while. This is her first album in a bit. And it does not disappoint.





15. Bishop Briggs Church of Scars

Another UK based singer. So good.







14. Greta Van Fleet Anthem Of The Peaceful Army

This band is terrific. Do they sound like Lead Zeppelin? Sure. But they rock!







13. Elle King Shake The Spirit

I have to say, I like this album more every time I hear it. She's a great talent.







12. iamthemorning Ocean Sounds

This Duo from St. Petersburg, Russia is rather astounding.







11. Imagine Dragons Origins

From Los Vegas, you probably have heard of them

2018 albums, Magna Cum Laude

A reminder, these are NOT rank-ordered.

Abisha Uhl Better

This Minneapolis singer is part of the Band Sick of Sarah. This Solo EP really caught my attention.







Amy Shark Love Monster

From Down Under







Amy Stroup Helen of Memphis

I discovered this Nashville based singer in 2013. I think this album is fantastic!







Caitlyn Smith Starfire

Based in Nashville, I but just have to point out that she's really from Cannon Falls, MN.





I had to include this song, since there is shout out to the Turf Club Bar. Woot!



Campdogzz In Rounds

This Chicago based band has an awesome sound.







Chaos Chaos Chaos Chaos

Based in New York. Originally from Seattle.







Christina Rosenvinge Un Hombre Rubio

From Madrid, Spain.







Dear Rouge Phases

So many good things come from Canada. In this case, Vancouver.







Jess Glynne Always In Between

This singer from London has really grown on me.







Jessica Says Downers

This singer from Melbourne, Australia gives us a nice EP.







Katie Herzig Moment of Bliss

I can't say enough good things about this amazing singer, song-writer, and producer. People don't know how influential she is. Based in Nashville (of course).







Lung All the King's Horses

Yet another band from Melbourne, Australia. What's up with that?







My Indigo My Indigo

Sharon den Adel is the lead singer for the iconic Symphonic Metal Band Within Temptation. This album is her solo project.







Now Now Saved

A great duo from Minneapolis.









Rachel Rose Mitchell Glow in the Dark

I only just this year discovered this singer from Melbourne, Australia (what is it with Melbourne this year? I may have to visit, eh?). This EP is only three songs, but it makes my list, because I love it so much.







She Makes War Brace for Impact

From London.







U.S. Girls In A Poem Unlimited

A project of American and Canadian resident Meghan Remy. It began in 2007, but had flown under my radar until the this 2018 album.







Wild Moccasins Look Together

Another great band from Houston, TX.

2018 Cum Laude Albums Part II

Continuing on.

Lola Tried Lola Tried

Based in Austin, TX.







Molly Pinto Madigan Villanelle

This singer from Massachusetts is captivating.







Peelander-Z GO PZ GO

This band Japan both cracks me is fucking awesome!







Sampson Dark Sky Night

To be honest, I couldn't figure out where this artist is from. No matter, I like.





The Shacks Haze

This duo from New York got instant national attention in 2017 when they were used in iphone 8 commercials. I already had their album in my itunes (just sayin').
Their follow up album makes my list.





SLOTHRUST The Pact

Boston based, I really dig their sound.







The Beths Future Me Hates Me

From Auckland, New Zealand.







Thunderpussy Greatest Tits

What's the best part for this all-female band from Seattle? The band names or the album name? Actually, it's the music.





Totally Mild Her

From Melbourne, Australia.







War On Women Capture the Flag

From Baltimore.





Wesley Jensen Something New

From Texas (Denton I think).





White Mystery HELLION BLENDER

Brother sister duo form Chicago. I hears it's a cool city