Lil Wayne: “Rebirth”
The move is curious, but so is everything else about the cough syrup-guzzling, prison sentence for criminal possession of a weapon-awaiting, self-proclaimed “best rapper alive.” It’s hyped as a foray into rock, and judging by the lead single “Prom Queen” and the fact that its release date was delayed (again), the only person likely to be entertained here is the artist. Hopefully Wayne will luck out on that possible prison sentence and get to work on Tha Carter IV — soon. Album due out Feb. 2.
Lifehouse: “Smoke and Mirrors”
These LA optimism-rockers have proven consistent hitmakers since “Hanging by a Moment” beat out industry big names for the 2001 Billboard Hot 100 Single of the Year. “Halfway Gone” is the first single from the forthcoming Smoke and Mirrors, and it sounds right at home among their catalog. Coupled with popular American Idol finalist Chris Daughtry and slots on the right movie soundtracks, and 2010 could prove a big year for Lifehouse. Album due out Feb. 23.
LCD Soundsystem: “Untitled”
James Murphy announced a March release date for his sorta-one-man-dance-disco-punkish act’s third album, currently under construction in an LA mansion. Known for hilarious (“Daft Punk is Playing at My House”) satirical (“Losing My Edge”) and downright touching (“Someone Great”) (“All My Friends”) songs, Murphy’s admitted to a new one called “Why Do You Hate Music?” Scenesters beware, March may come with mocking electronic disco-punk. Album due out in March.
MGMT: “Congratulations,” Spring
Collaborations with The Flaming Lips, Beck and Kid Cudi, roughly 999,000 festival appearances, a couple of Grammy nods and the slickest song in recent memory (“Electric Feel”) all add up to a colossal breakthrough for Brooklyn indie duo Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser. High hopes are in order for Congratulations, and NME is reporting the possibility of [double-take] a
Paul McCartney collaboration? They opened for Macca in Boston in August — so who knows? It may just be ‘time to pretend’ that ‘baby you can drive my car?’ Sorry, couldn’t resist. Album due out this spring.
Gorillaz: “Plastic Beach”
Blur singer Damon Albarn has a busy 2010 ahead, with releases slated for both his digital band and the reunification of his actual one.
Gorillaz are dependant on guest-appearances, and an impressive cast has been confirmed for the pop-heavy Plastic Beach; Lou Reed, Mos Def, Barry Gibb (Barry Gibb?) and Snoop Dogg (Snoop Dogg!) are all on board. With a formula like that, Gorillaz could have their biggest year since their 2001 debut album moved seven million copies. Album due out March 9.
Arcade Fire: “Untitled”
Earth’s most famous Canadian septet recorded two of the noughties’ finest in Funeral (2004) and Neon Bible (2007). Sources say the band’s been locked in the studio for seven months with producer Markus Dravs who served as a sound engineer on “Neon Bible” and claims the new songs are “better.” A tour and top festival slots are expected to follow. Album due out May.
OutKast and solo projects: “Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty,” “Untitled,” “Untitled”
Big Boi bragged to MTV in late 2008 that he and bandmate Andre 3000 would release a solo album each and a collaborative effort the following year, but it looks like the trio of albums were sidetracked by individual pursuits in television and film. Andre’s and the duo’s records still lack titles, but set the bar high for “Sir Lucious,” which features Andre and Raekwon on “Royal Flush” and Gucci Mane’s smooth-as-the-hood-of-his-Cadillac assist on “Shine Blockas.” The albums are due out early 2010.
of Montreal: “False Priest”
Norman Music Festival alums of Montreal are seeking to facilitate a more theatrical live show with their forthcoming album, according to indie music blog Stereogum. Huh? Apparently their excessive stage shenanigans (riding horses in the semi-nude, faked hangings) just haven’t been cutting it for weirdo frontman Kevin Barnes, who says “False Priest” will sound much different from 2008’s acclaimed “Skeletal Lamping.” Expect a record heavy on the funk and R&B. Album due out early fall.
Other notables releases:
• Angels and Airwaves — Love — Feb. 14
• Missy Elliott — Block Party — Early 2010
• Drive-By Truckers — The Big To-Do — March 16
• Interpol — LP4 — Early 2010
• Linkin Park — Untitled — Early 2010
• Jennifer Lopez — Love? — April 2010
• U2 — Songs of Ascent — June 2010
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whatsherface 2 years, 3 months ago
Lifehouse? Really? Gross, hello butt rock.
Pinchfist 2 years, 3 months ago
"Barry Gibb?"
THE Barry Gibb of Bee Gees fame - easily the most impressive name on the list of guest performers for Gorrilaz new album (although I love some Snoop Dogg and Lou Reed).