With Christmas done and dusted we’re all looking ahead to the next big celebration, New Years Eve. But before we usher in 2011 I figured it was time to pause and reflect on the year that was. Here’s what rocked my world in 2011. Of course it’s purely subjective and based on the music I consumed and my gut reaction to it, but what’s an end of year list if it’s not a bit biased? What excited you musically this year?
Top 10 Aussie Albums
- Seasons – The Verses
- Dr Dream and the Imaginary Pop-Cabaret – Emma Dean
- Into the Gallery – Amanda Merdzan
- Down the Way – Angus and Julia Stone
- Mousetrap Heart – Thirsty Merc
- Calling All Magicians – Danielle Spencer
- Bird of Bees – Jez Mead
- Walk – Israel Cannan
- Thirteen O’Clock – The Lucky Wonders
- On Broadway – David Campbell
Top 10 Aussie Tours
- Tears for Fears and Spandau Ballet @ Sydney Entertainment Centre
- Mumford & Sons @ The Enmore Theatre
- The Eagles @ Sydney Entertainment Centre
- George Michael @ Sydney Football Stadium
- Rob Thomas @ Hope Estate
- James Taylor and Carole King @ Hope Estate
- The Swell Season @ Sydney Opera House
- David Campbell @ Mingara Recreation Club
- John Butler Trio @ Newcastle Entertainment Centre
- John Mayer @ Sydney Entertainment Centre
Top 10 Aussie Stars
- Washington
- Angus and Julia Stone
- Powderfinger
- Guy Sebastian
- Jessica Mauboy
- Sia
- Birds of Tokyo
- Amy Meredith
- The Cassette Kids
- Altiyan Childs
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