Here is some new music I have really been enjoying lately.
the Black Keys-Brothers: A+
This Indie/Blues duo have finally found their own sound and this album is not overproduced letting their sound come through. It is bluesy, rocking, and still maintains a pop sensibility.
the Drums-the Drums: A
This Post-Punk album sounds like it was recorded by a band from England in 1980, but it is a bunch of kids form Brooklyn. The songs get a little repetitive and that is the only reason it doesn't get an A+
BARB-BARB: A+
A New Zealand Indie Rock Super Group, featuring Liam Finn. This great album walks the fine line between avant-garde and pop rock. Superb musicianship, but they are not showing off. It is just great.
Arcade Fire-the Suburbs: B
It is good, don't get me wrong. It just isn't nearly as good as their previous albums. The band was definitely listening to the Cars a lot when they wrote this album.
Beach House-Teen Dream: A+
Wait, what, when did this band get this good? Their previous albums were in the B- to C+ range and this one is awesome. It is beautiful, popy and just hits you right. I cannot stop listening to this album. The CD also comes with a bonus DVD with music videos for every song on the album.
Beach Fossils-Beach Fossils: A
Great surfy, Lo-Fi rock and roll with a pop sensibility. Just buy it and enjoy.
Some other albums I have been enjoying but have not spent enough time with to give a proper grade, but they are all in the A-B range
Darker My Love- Alive As You Are
Dum Dum Girls-I Will Be
Phantogram-Eyelid Movies
the XX-the XX
LCD Soundsystem-This is Happening
It sounds very Bowie-esque
Foals-Total Life Forever
Dum Dum Girls-
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