Vertical Hold

As much as I would like to do a jwz-esque 2008 music wrap-up, I just don’t have it in me. So, instead I’ve put together a list of what I’m looking forward to in 2009. I’ve done just a tiny bit of research on release dates and my release date extrapolations should be treated as the “worst kind of science” (even if the kids do love me).

Interpol

Their last releases were July 2007, August 2005, and October 2002. So, hopefully later this year we’ll see a new release from them. I’ve been happy with how their albums have progressed and have every expectation for their next release to be even better than Our Love to Admire.

The Hives

It’s doubtful that there will be a new release this year. They still seem to be touring animals and they appear to be closer to a 3 year release schedule (April 2000, July 2004, Oct 2007). That being said, I would love to hear a new release this year.

Rancid

It was supposed to be out in the summer of ’08. Then it was the fall of ’08. Then it was ’09. Now it’s TBA.

Nine Inch Nails

Trent Reznor is no longer bound by major label rules. I expect a number of releases. What will they be like? Who knows. Less like Ghosts I-IV I hope.

The Strokes

Gigwise has some quotes that have a new release in 2009, so, you know…yay.

The Chemical Brothers

As far as I know there are no rumors of a 2009 release. It would still be nice to get a new Chemicals though.

Franz Ferdinand

It’s already available for pre-order in iTunes.

We Are Scientists

According to their website, they started writing the new album in December. In an underwater cave. So, it should go quickly.

OK Go

They were recording tracks last October. Tick tock…

Underworld

In my limited amount of searching I haven’t found any news. But, hope abounds.

The Crystal Method

I’m pretty sure I read something last year about there being a new album in the works.

Editors

As I composed this list it suddenly became clear to me that I detest sites, even band sites, that auto-play music. What makes them think I’m not already listening to music?

Arcade Fire

It looks like there will be a concert DVD from the Neon Bible tour. No news of new music though.

Leftfield

Yes, they’ve been “disbanded” since 2002. I don’t care. I want more.

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Now, this list is by no means exhaustive. I’m sure there are many bands that will release new albums in 2009 that I will be totally jazzed about. It may even be that because I’m not expecting them, they will be that much more delicious.