Brandon Flowers - Flamingo

Label: Island
Genre: Pop Rock
Year: 2010
Recommended by: Melissa Jarotkiewicz

Do you like the Killers? You will like this album.

Do you dislike the Killers? You would dislike this album.

This solo debut from Brandon Flowers shows is creative dominance over his band. While toned down a bit in sound, the sound is very similar and quite catchy. I feel like it wouldn't be as enjoyable in a huge stadium show, but would translate better to a smaller intimate setting. The songwriting is strong and the rhythms are catchy. I'm not sure it will stick in my head for long periods of time though.

Florence + the Machine - Ceremonials

Label: Island
Year: 2011
Genre: Baroque Pop
Recommended By: Chrissy Walker

As you can tell by the album cover no one loves Florence as much as Florence. That said she is fantastic!

However, I think that Isabella Summers is the more impressive part of the duo. While Florence Welch has an incredible voice I think the beats that carry the lyrics are the reason for the strong popularity of the band. It makes them an individual sound and keeps them from sounding like Adele.

Baroque Pop, a thing you didn't know you wanted!

You've heard all the singles, they are great. The album tracks are great. It's great. Deal with it.