Jim Coleman: This album almost didn’t make it onto the list as it’s been so overplayed in my life. Kind of like a favorite pair of jeans that’s been worn so much it’s just falling apart. But this album gave voice to all the things I was feeling. And I guess it wasn’t just me apparently. I think I am drawn to both listening to and creating darker music. Music can give energy, a voice and purpose in times of darkness, whether that darkness is personal or social/political. It’s empowering, therapeutic and essential.
Joy Division – Unknown Pleasures
