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#13 on my best of 2020 list.

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#11 - At #11 comes this album by this great Philadelphia band, who've been quite prolific over the last 5 years with 4 albums.

@ #10 comes the new album from this Brooklyn originated band who over the span of 11 albums in 15 years have spread out across the country but still come together to make great albums like this one.

@#9 Basic Plumbing is the band name given to Patrick Doyle's band after he stepped out from the drum kit from the band Veronica Falls. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2018 and his family finished the project and released it this year.

#8 - After an 8 year break, the project of Damon Gough came back as strong as ever on this new album.

@#7 comes this new album from Blitzen Trapper, a Portland based album that originated in 2000. This is their 10th studio album.

#6 - The 7th studio release from Jason after his departure from Drive-by Truckers. Released amidst the initial lockdown, it was a great listen during that crazy/scary/uncertain period.

#5 - Now 30, this Brit's 7th studio album lives up to the huge expectations of her previous work. Just beautiful.

#4 - After an 8 year break where she thought she quit the music-making business and started a coffee shop in her native Ottawa (called Quitters), Kathleen Edwards returned with this great album, not missing a beat.

#3 - Her first album in 8 years (and only 5th in 25), she continues to confound and comfort in her confounding.

At #2 comes the 5th album by Katie Crutchfield and band.

#1 - I make no secret of my love for this band that's been around since the mid 90's. This new album came out in February and led me through the uncertain months of March & April with its melodic and optimistic songs.