Chimpomatic

Writing this list it is apparent I haven't listened to enough new music this year. My preferred albums are by familiar artists not quite hitting previous heights but producing solid releases all the same. Band Of Horses, Springsteen and Radiohead fit the bill here. 

The National's Boxer is the stand out this year for me, moving things on from Alligator, producing a superb album in its own right.  Despite a disappointing performance in Hammersmith, Kings Of Leon's release was their best to date.

Best film - Letters From Iowa Jima
Best gig - Hopefully Springsteen at o2 on Wednesday 19th December, otherwise Rifles at Astoria

Biggest turkey - Bernard Matthews' Bird Flu outbreak