Neon Bible by Arcade Fire

Wow. The follow-up to their debut album Funeral, Neon Bible by Arcade Fire ($12) shows that the band is more than grandiose arrangements and Bowie-like wailing — they can rock too. With more approachable songs, better rhythms, and an overall better tone, Bible is a great step forward for a young band, and a damn good album. Standout Tracks: "Keep The Car Running" and "Windowsill."