The Best Albums of February 2019

Better Oblivion Community Centre is the debut collaborative album from Pheobe Bridgers and Connor Oberst. The latter a long standing indie rock veteran and former singer of Bright Eyes. The former, is a rising star. Pheobe Bridgers' debut LP 'Stranger in the alps is a masterpiece of melancholy, confessional Alt-Folk. This collaborative album may have been slightly overshadowed by Pheobe Bridgers' allegations against her former boyfriend Ryan Adams. The nature of the relationship was detailed in uncomfortably honest songs such as 'Motion Sickness' on her debut. BOCC finds Pheobe moving on from her past and finding the perfect musical partner with Connor Obserst. The two span several genres and styles throughout this album, from synthpop to grungey indie rock and stripped back folk. Despite Connor's status Pheobe emerges as the real star, weaving beautifully nostalgic stories to match their experimentation.
Check out - Forest Lawn 

Andy Burrows & Matt Haig - Reasons to Stay Alive 
Matt Haig's book 'Reasons To Stay Alive' is one of my all time favourite books. It has helped me through many a difficult period and i feel is an essential resource for anyone who has or wants to understand mental health and the stigma that surrounds it. Part memoir, self help book and surprisingly funny and light hearted throughout. It is essential reading. This album is a collaboration with Andy Burrows. Who for better or worse is the perfect person to bring Matt's memoirs to life. The sentimentality of Matt's writing works better in novels than in music. Andy Burrows, musical accompaniment is generally lacking in any real edge or definable style. Yet as a reminder to find joy in the smaller things in life,  'Reason's to Stay Alive' is still worth a listen,
Check out - Hero

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