From the outset this album is a smack in the ear full of luscious melodies and great arrangements. With straight up rock and roll to moody epics and a healthy dose of pop, this is what we've come to expect from Arcade Fire.

If you're already an Arcade Fire fan then you're going to love The Suburbs. If you're not, this album just might make you one.

The Crane Wife has a diverse range of songs from folk to (folk) pop disco rock and has great instrumentation. It is strong from start to finish and has quickly become one of my favourites. I was going to list my favourite songs, but I'm not sure I can really leave any off.

Jumping on the band wagon three years late I recently bought I Am a Bird Now. It is the most beautiful album I own. If you can find a more beautiful album I would love to know.

At least listen to track seven: Fistful of Love.

Great pop melodies. Probably my favourite album of 2008. Definitely worth a listen if you're after some up-beat New York rock.