From a prognostication perspective, four out of five ain’t bad as far as picking albums that actually got released (I’ll hopefully see you in 2019, Napalm Death).  One thing I’ve definitely come to realize is that no matter the quality of the albums I was most looking forward to at the beginning of the year, it’s always something different that captures my attention when the curtain is finally closed.  Maybe I’ll learn my lesson and eschew the whole “Most Anticipated” list next year…

…or not.  I heard Darkthrone is supposed to have a new album out.

Anyway, here’s a quick reflection on what I picked and what I thought. Continue reading →