The XX

Didn't really have any inclination to listen to this band until my buddy highly recommended giving it a good listen. Needless to say it did grow on me. It's a little slow but has a tickle of enchantment.

"Basic Space" by The XX

Empire Of The Sun

Had to throw in one more. Dopeness

"Breakdown" by Empire Of The Sun

White Denim

I discovered these guys a couple of years ago when they released their ep and a kick ass song "I Can Tell." I was hooked but couldn't find anything else they had released. Then low and behold I stumble upon their full lp. Needless to say I'm not disappointed.

"I Start To Run" by White Denim

Yacht

A very intelligent man recommended I listen to this today...It blew my fucking mind.

"Summer Song" by Yacht

The Only Ones

This is just another one of those old jams that rock...roll down the windows and blast that shit...I dare you.

"Another Girl Another Planet" by The Only Ones

Spoon

In general, Spoons never really been able to pick up my skirt...but I did come across this jam that sort of stands out...hell, why not.

"Got Nuffin" by Spoon

She Keeps Bees

Respect the lesbian rock. It's so empowering. Relax.

"Release" by She Keeps Bees

Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band

Just one of those bands that sort of grew on me...I gave them a chance and you should to.

"Albatross, Albatross, Albatross" by Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band

Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis

Pop and lock...The bare bones and the heart and soul of music.

"Going Up The Country" by Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis

Karen O and the Kids

I haven't seen the movie yet but I feel though it's safe to say that Karen O can join the ranks of the elite motion picture soundtrack artists. Prince doing Purple Rain and Bon Jovi doing the Young Guns II soundtrack are two of my favorite albums of all time, nope I'm not high. I'm ecstatic to venture through this movie with Karen O and Spike Jonze at the helm.

"All Is Love" by Karen O and the Kids

Girls

This jam gives me that upbeat warm feeling that coincides with the likes of The Shout Out Louds and Peter Bjorn & John.

"Lust For Life" by Girls

Empire Of The Sun

With a bit of MGMT, I hate to compare, Empire Of The Sun has another off beat electro sound. What's even better are the video's for their singles. Don't get too freaked out.

"Standing On The Shore" by Empire Of The Sun

The Cave Singers

This one has a very mysterious feel but at the same time remains upbeat and catchy. This is off their debut and I'm still checking out their recently released new LP.

"Dancing On Our Graves" by The Cave Singers

Devendra Banhart

A very intoxicating song. There's something so eerie and peaceful about this song. Loving the folk.

"Insect Eyes" by Devendra Banhart

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney does have many gems. This is one of them I happened to run across as I was seeking out the "100 must have albums." So as I find other songs that rock I'm all over it. I first became obsessed with Paul's solo career with a little diddy called "Maybe I'm Amazed."

"Oh Woman, Oh Why" by Paul McCartney