It is that time of year again when I reflect on the last 12 months and select my favourite 50 albums of the year. 2019 has been a particularly strong year and whilst there is a list in number order to fit some sort of format they could probably all be equally ranked as the standard has been so high. As with last year Australian artists and bands, particularly those from Melbourne, have dominated reflecting the impressive music scene in that city. Local bands to me, hear in Greater Manchester, have also made the list, not just because they are my friends and associates but because of the quality of their output. It's an eclectic mix reflecting the nature of this show and my listening tastes. I don't expect people to agree with this, it is subjective, by I hope you find something in this and the next programme that you might have missed, or has slipped from your memory. I'll cover 50 to 24 on this first show - to close the show a track from the reissue of the Fall's Bend Sinister album.
