Givers

Yowza, another band to get super excited about. These guys opened for The Dirty Projectors unbeknown to them before that night and after that show they are now going to tour with them. Fun upbeat songs that almost remind me a little bit of Vampire Weekend. These guys & gal have got it. YOU KNOW IT! SO GET IT!

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The Antlers

A group that strays from the formula a bit. The lead singer has a unique voice that I enjoy but I could see how it isn't for everyone. Some of these songs in here really hit home. I nearly forgot of them if it wasn't for my brother playing them today in the car. I hope you enjoy em.

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Okkervil River

Indie pop at its best. I love the imagery in the songs. It seems I might have some difficulties keeping this blog updated as I'm moving to Shanghai for a year come August. I'll try to throw on some more music next week when I have more free time.

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The 1900's

A pleasant indie band. Last post for a month probably while I'm to Shanghai. They've been around in my archive for a quite some time. I haven't given them too much of a thought but they are relaxingly pleasant.

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Local Natives

If you haven't already heard the Local Natives are restless. They are up in arms with pitchforks and baking soda. Apparently they stopped by last week and you weren't home. Unfortunately for you they left a baby on your doorstep without instructions. So bring out your forks a dinner party is awaiting your cupcakes.

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Akron/Family

Another must have folk/beatlesque album. It goes from lovey dovey to hop around good times to nerdy fun. You'll notice they pull a lot from a bunch of older bands and make it their own blend of yay times. Luckily no one is paying me to write these blurbs because I think I might already have been fired. P.S. their store page is under construction. If you do enjoy, which you will , buy it on itunes or some shit yo.

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Jonsi

Lead singer for Sigur Ros' solo project. Here he branches out from his native/made up language and sings in English, although you'd be hard pressed to tell in some songs. You can tell that it's not his native tongue with some not well thought out lyrics, but it's fun none the less. It's incredibly upbeat with his uniquely high pitched vocals being layered to form an almost choir. Drink some coffee put this album on and you will be hard pressed to start a day off any better or cracked out.

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