Grizzly Bear – Veckatimest
An intoxicating blend of the “classic” with the “modern” highlight this superb release from Grizzly Bear. By embracing classic elements and making them their own, they have created a remarkably modern sounding record and made their own classic album. A 2009 must have.
White Rabbits – It’s Frightening
Not many songs are named as aptly as “Percussion Gun” but that’s exactly what you get and what kicks off this record from White Rabbits. More of a minimalist approach (think Spoon) than many current bands, it’s a good record and definitely worth some of your time.
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June 9, 2009
I'll second the Grizzly Bear. And Bat for Lashes.
Saw today Pitchfork is giving the ultra hype to Dirty Projectors. Mediocre album. Worst band I ever saw live. Avoid.
June 9, 2009
Thanks for the heads up. I'm always leery about PF but they did give the Grizzly Bear a 9/10. I'll listen to Bat for Lashes. I've been hearing good things.
June 14, 2009
Don't let me stop you on DP – a lot of people like them, I just think that other than “Stillness…” its not that great, and the male singer is shit. if you can dig him, it may be for you