Beck – Morning Phase – My 2014 Album of the Year

Beck came out of the gate swinging this year. The entire album is a home run. The final track in particular, Waking Light, really made me smile. 

Bleachers – Strange Desire – 2014 Album of the Year Runner Up
 

Shovels & Rope – Swimmin’ Time – Honorable Mention
 

Bonus: St. Lucia – When The Night – My 2013 Album of the Year