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The albums of the year we'd love to be unwrapping this season


By April Lim | December 12, 2011


The Beach Boys 
The Smile Sessions
Think of sun and surfing instead of snow this winter by listening to five-disc set by The Beach Boys.

The Beatles 
1
If you’re having troubles finding a gift, you can’t go wrong with The Beatles. This album includes every no. 1 hit in the UK and the U.S. from 1962 to 1970. 

Coldplay 
Mylo Xyloto
Coldplay is back with their fifth studio album, but this time recruits the help from Rihanna who sings alongside the band’s frontman, Chris Martin, in “Princess of China.” 

Evanescence
Evanescence
Lead singer Amy Lee lends her signature powerful and haunting voice to this self-titled album that is sure to please the rocker on your Christmas list. 

Gorillaz
The Singles Collection 2001-2011
The Gorillaz are not your average band. The music project was created as a “virtual band” of animated band members. In early 2000, they were inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records as the Most Successful Virtual Band. 

Kate Bush
50 Words for Snow
Looking for the perfect holiday-themed album without Rudolph or Frosty? Kate’s Bush’s latest album features seven songs inspired by snow that will leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy. 

Katy Perry
Teenage Dream
An album for the teens or for the young at heart, Katy Perry’s hugely successful third studio album features catchy and up-beat songs including, “California Gurls”, ”Last Friday Night (TGIF)” and “ET,” mixed with lovesick songs such as “The One That Got Away” and “Teenage Dream” to create an album embodying a typical teenager’s life. 

Kreesha Turner
Tropic Electric
Originally from Edmonton, Alberta, this is one Canadian superstar we’ve followed since her catchy “Don’t Call Me Baby” single on her 2008 debut album Passion hit the airwaves. She’s back with another electrifying album that is sure not to disappoint. 

Lady Antebellum
Own the Night
It has been non-stop success for Lady Antebellum since they broke out into the music scene back in 2007. The trio’s country pop music has won them various accolades including Top Country Song at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards for “Need You Now” and Favourite Country Band, Duo or Group at the American Music Awards this year. Their newest album, Own the Night, has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. 

Luke Bryan
Tailgates & Tanlines
Who knew that when Luke Bryan picked up his first guitar at the age of 14, his songs would top the Billboard’s charts since he released his first album, I’ll Stay Me, in 2007. His latest album, Tailgates & Tanlinesdebuted at number two on the Billboard 200. 

Mark Masri
Intimo: Love Songs of Italy
Want to show someone how much they mean to you for Christmas? Let Canadian singer Mark Masri’s voice serenade you and your loved one with his latest album of Italian love songs while you sit by the fireplace. 

Various Artists
Now Country's
Country hits from Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, and Brad Paisley and many more make this album a must-have for the country music lover on your holiday gift list. 

Various Artists
Now Classical Christmas
Get into the holiday spirit with this festive mix of classical Christmas songs from artists like Sarah Brightman, The Canadian Tenors, Susan Boyle, and Il Divo.

Ryan Adams
Ashes & Fire
Ryan Adams has collaborated with the Counting Crows, Norah Jones, Minnie Driver among many others during his lengthy career in the music industry. Ashes & Fireis his first solo release since leaving his band, The Cardinals, in 2009.  

Bob Seger
Ultimate Hits
This double-disc compilation features 26 tracks from rock ‘n’ roll singer Bob Seger including a festive holiday touch with the classic Christmas song “The Little Drummer Boy.” 

Frank Sinatra
Sinatra: Best of the Best
In this music day and age with autotune and synthesizers, Frank Sinatra’s iconic voice never gets old. The best of his songs complied onto one CD makes it the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys the timeless hits of the Rat Pack member.

These Kids Wear Crowns
Jumpstart
The Canadian pop punk band’s success launched shortly after they appeared on MuchMusic’s TV show, disBand. Just two years into the music business, they have toured with Canadian pop punk heavyweights Hedley, Simple Plan, Lights and Fefe Dobson. Their sophomore album, Jumpstart, is a departure from their self-titled EP and clear indication of the band’s future success. 

David Guetta
Nothing But the Beat
More like nothing but the best. Nothing But the Beat has produced four hit singles and was nominated for the Best Dance/Electronica Album at the 54th Grammy Awards, proving that anything David Guetta touches turns into gold. Expect to hear Nicki Minaj, Lil’ Wayne, Usher, Taio Cruz and Ludacris on a few of the tracks, making just about anyone want to dance.



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