How good is this new Okkervil River song? Answer: Very, very good. iTunes is telling me I've listened to it 5 times since downloading it yesterday, but that's a pure, unabashed lie. I am completely fired up about this album at this point; both songs I've heard are great. I'm considering doing the "Buy Now, Download Later" deal, but do I want to cut into my limited funds when I have some money left on a Borders gift card? It's like Sophie's Choice for the (not-so) working poor.

Herewith are my top three anticipated albums:

1. PJ Harvey: White Chalk
2. Okkervil River: The Stage Names
3. New Pornographers: Challengers