Walter Etc returned this year with new album When the Band Breaks Up Again on SideOneDummy, and now Dustin Hayes (aka Walter) has told us about his 10 favorite albums of the year. The list includes Joanna Sternberg, Golden Apples, Slaughter Beach Dog, Suzie True, and more, with commentary on each pick. Read on for what Dustin had to say… ** Dustin Hayes’ (Walter Etc) 10 Favorite Albums of 2023 Diners – Domino Blue was already an incredible and prolific songwriter, but paired with Mo Troper as producer and a more “aggressive” Diner’s sound, this record immediately escorted itself into my favorite Diners releases! Suzie True – Sentimental Scum I mean… this style of pop punk is right up my alley, these guitar tones absolutely fuck, and the lyrics never miss. Perfect ...