One of the best artists this year, one of the best albums of the year for sure. Dirty Beaches has that wonderful dark and tormented sound that is found in artists such as Townes Van Zandt and Tom Waits.

Dirty Beaches (or Alex if you prefer) really pulls at your heartstrings and gets to the very core of your emotions. There is such pain and vulnerabilty in his voice, and music. These traits make him easy to relate to, you cling onto every word; you believe in every single word. For me, that’s what makes an artist highly exceptional. His music is instantly timeless. If you want something that is going to make you feel something you never thought you could feel, then get his album.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRUcC03k36A

The video to Lone Runner isn’t exactly uplifting- but why should it be? Music should be frightening. Music should give off dark and menacing vibes- Dirty Beaches does eaxctly that. Yet, when you listen to songs such as Lord Knows Best; it fills you with hope and love. Alex is a fascinating musician, you can’t deny that.