With 2011 coming to a close I decided it would be nice to look back at some of my favorite releases this year. Check back this week for more of my favorites. Be sure to share some of yours in the comments below.
the head and the heart – the head and the heart
Based out of Seattle this band has quickly became one of my favorites. The meta tag on their website describes their music well. “The Head and the Heart live authentically in that crux, finding joy and beauty wedged there.” Technically this album was originally released in 2010 and re released in 2011, but we’ll let that slide. Enjoy a live rendition of their song Ghosts, recorded live on KEXP in Seattle.
dawes – nothing is wrong
This album has helped keep me sane on some late night drives this year. These guys are from Los Angeles and actually were a post-punk band before abandoning that for a folk rock sound. I couldn’t imagine the world any other way. This is their latest music video, Time Spent in Los Angeles.
milo greene – the hello sessions
Another band from Los Angeles. Their haunting 4-part harmonies mixed with their unique yet distinguished vocals leaves you with a 4 song EP that will leave you wanting more. Thankfully, I got my hands on some of their unreleased material that will debut in 2012. I caught wind of this band early this fall and was really excited to find out they were touring with The Civil Wars. Thankfully that concert was rescheduled and I was able to pick up some tickets on eBay. You must see these guys live if they’re in your area. Trust me. Enjoy a live recording of their song, 1957.
be sure to check out Part II featuring: Cults, The Belle Brigade and Ryan Adams
