The Top 3 Debuts in Indie Music of the Past Two Years
After nearly a decade of prosperity, the indie music scene has shown no signs of letting up. Intelligent rock music is in, and the number of fans seems to be growing. The last two years have brought us an onslaught of new bands, and I'd like to discuss some of the finest debuts during this span.
Unfortunately, I only have time to mention three here, which is probably a bad idea. It might actually take me more time to narrow it down to my three favorites than it would to write about my ten favorites during the same span.
The three articles that I choose to discuss are all wonderfully crafted albums that all music lovers should listen to. If you've never heard of these bands, you're in for a treat as soon as you do.
First one on my list is Bon Iver's For Emma, Forever Ago. This is one of the best albums I've heard in a long time. The raw emotion conveyed on it and the slow, catchy hooks are truly unique.
This is an album that consists of some great songs from beginning to end. Standout tracks like "Flume", "Skinny Love", and others quickly became indie rock staples after the album was released.
The next album in my trio of newer debut classics is the first release by Vampire Weekend, a New York band with influences that span the world. One of the most unique blends of music I've ever heard, the band successfully mends styles that you never thought could go well together.
The final album on my list my very well be my favorite. If you're already immersed in the indie world, there's a very good chance that you've already heard last year's debut album by Fleet Foxes. This was one of the most well received albums of 2008.
These are all instant classics in my mind, and worthy of repeated listens.
Unfortunately, I only have time to mention three here, which is probably a bad idea. It might actually take me more time to narrow it down to my three favorites than it would to write about my ten favorites during the same span.
The three articles that I choose to discuss are all wonderfully crafted albums that all music lovers should listen to. If you've never heard of these bands, you're in for a treat as soon as you do.
First one on my list is Bon Iver's For Emma, Forever Ago. This is one of the best albums I've heard in a long time. The raw emotion conveyed on it and the slow, catchy hooks are truly unique.
This is an album that consists of some great songs from beginning to end. Standout tracks like "Flume", "Skinny Love", and others quickly became indie rock staples after the album was released.
The next album in my trio of newer debut classics is the first release by Vampire Weekend, a New York band with influences that span the world. One of the most unique blends of music I've ever heard, the band successfully mends styles that you never thought could go well together.
The final album on my list my very well be my favorite. If you're already immersed in the indie world, there's a very good chance that you've already heard last year's debut album by Fleet Foxes. This was one of the most well received albums of 2008.
These are all instant classics in my mind, and worthy of repeated listens.
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