Matthew Logan Vasquez
- Does What He Wants
MLV does whatever he
wants... and it almost always turns out really good! Delta Spirit's frontman is
a funny, talented dude and this album spans the full spectrum from playful
electric to touching acoustic. Do yourself a favor and absorb it all now!
Ha Ha Tonka -
Heart-Shaped Mountain
I have no idea how
these guys continue to fly under the radar. They write fantastic songs and are
extremely accessible. All-American backyard barbecue music at its best!
Japandroids - Near to
the Wild Heart of Life
I was already a fan,
but this album accentuated my fondness. Fuzzy rock-punk perfect for (mostly)
uptempo runs and impassioned sing-a-longs. A recipe for awesomeness!
Black Pistol Fire -
Deadbeat Graffiti
Heavy, bluesy guitar
riffs, distorted vocals, big hooks… these are a few of my favorite things!
Ryan Adams -
Prisioner
This is a relatively
tame Ryan Adams, but the songs are extremely well-crafted like his other
content and I think reflects a new tone for the long-time rocker. Perhaps he
gets some extra points for releasing a "B-Sides" version that has as
many or more good songs as the "A-Sides" album.
The Weeks - Easy
I found The Weeks
through Kings of Leon, but I think my interest in The Weeks may have surpassed
my interest in KOL. Solid southern indie rock -- real music made by real
people.
Portugal. The Man -
Woodstock
I liked Portugal. The
Man before they sold out... but I still like this album.
The National - Sleep
Well Beast
Dark & brooding
(with a few exceptions). Just how I like my The National albums.
Future Islands - The
Far Field
Sometimes the album
feels like you are listening to one long song, but sheeeet, when it hits it
really hits!
alt-J - RELAXER
Quirky and unique, but
also extremely addicting. Songs that sound good as originals and remixes.
Wolf Parade - Cry Cry
Cry
Very happy that these
guys got back together. Yep, still good.
Craig Finn - We All
Want The Same Things Finn looks like
someone you would be more likely to
trust with your taxes than trust with writing kick-ass rock songs, but The Hold
Steady front man does just that with this album. A solid collection Finn's
unique storytelling and sound.
The White Buffalo -
Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights
This album came out
late in the year, so I don't feel like I have given it a fair shake yet and
committed to the songs in the way I usually do. But, as always, this is a fun
collection of Americana.
Jason Isbell &
The 400 Unit - The Nashville Sound
Long time Isbell fan
here... the dude writes thoughtful songs and has a pretty sounding voice and
guitar. Unlike some people, he deserves his GRAMMY Awards.
Leopold and His
Fiction - Darling Destroyer
Guitar heavy,
hot-blooded rock and roll.
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