In no specific order
Radiohead. The King of Limbs. A masterpiece, clocking in at less than 40 minutes. If not for Kid A, this would have been a watershed moment. As it stands, it will simply go down as an album that marks their continued genius in the studio (and the fact they can perform it live? well, amazing)
Wilco. The Whole Love. As much a statement as Yankee Hotel Foxtrot. This album just grows, and grows, and grows. The bookend songs are truly works of art that will eat into your brain.
Opeth. Heritage. The best album never made by Deep Purple. A true heritage – unspoiled classic rock
Steven Wilson. Grace for Drowning. Another masterpiece from 2011. Clearly, Steven learned something from his tedious remaster efforts of classic King Crimson. The playing (and players) is impeccable. The writing from another world.
Kate Bush. 50 Words for Snow. Ahhh, Kate. and Elton John too. Who knew he could sing in that register?
PJ Harvey. Let England Shake. One of her best. NME’s #1 album of the year. And I missed her at the Royal Albert Hall 
