I've been listening to Christmas music 24/7 since the beginning of December. But one album that's slipped through my festive music only rule is 'The ArchAndroid (Suites II and III)' by Janelle Monáe. And it's only bleedin' amazing!

I'm a little late to the Miss Monáe party, but better late than never. If you haven't come across her, then chances are someone you know will have. The Guardian just named her debut the best album of 2010 and it came 12th of Pitchfork's Top 50.

Listen here for yourself:
Tightrope
Faster

She's amazing! And, to quote The Guardian 'There is no point trying to pigeonhole this album – just sit back and enjoy'. DO it!