In my very humble opinion, here are the 15 best independent records of 2009. What’s most striking to me about 2009 is the diversity of good records, and I think this list represents that pretty well.
Listen to the Best of 2009 show now, via archived streaming. 

Here’s a listing of other 2009 Best Ofs from friends and/or reputable sources. In other words, people who know their shit much more than I do. Enjoy.

Fifteen records that were awfully good, but that didn’t quite make the cut. Listed alphabetically. Click to read more.

This is the odds and ends best of list. Categories, if you will. Click to read more.