Music: Best of 2011

    This was a fantastic year in music, some fabulous albums came out and I cannot wait to share them with you! Indie, Alternative, and Rock are my absolute favorite genres of music! Here is a brief summary of all my favs!!
     I have always been a fan of The Black Keys, their new album has made me an even bigger fan! It is called El Camino. The duo never ceases to amaze me with their musical talent. They have a distinct sound that keeps your toe tapping and its almost impossible not to sing along. My favorite of this album is Lonely Boy and Dead and Gone. If you love their hit Tighten Up, then you will fall head over heels for this album!
       Next up is a new band from Iceland, they are called Of Monsters and Men. By now you have probably heard their single Little Talks. I think it is the most fantastic song! I love everything about it! Their EP Into the Woods is available on iTunes and I highly recommend you suppoirt them! You will be glad you did!
        This next one is obvious! Of course  one of the best of the year is Foster the People! They are universally appealing to everyone. They have a catchy beat and underlying messages to go with their upbeat tunes. It is hard not to love their music!
        I am so obsesssed with Young the Giant! I love all of their music, my personal favorite is the song Strings. I think they are one of the best artists  of this year! I was lucky enough to see them over the summer! They sound perfect live. Sameer, the lead singer has a fantastic voice, it is so clear! I was also very lucky to meet them! They are the nicest group ever! If you are not already in love with their hits like My Body and Cough Syrup, listen to their album!!! hahaha thats me with them it was hard trying to keep a straight face with them because we were all laughing so hard!! haha I look so starstruck!

     Another cool new band goes by they name of The Scholars! They are fantastic! Their EP, Arrival Departure is available on iTunes. They are from England, and The Scholars have the coolest sound! I thinl that if you are a fan of Interpol you will really like these guys.
     Mother Mother is a fantastic band. Their album came out last march and is called Eureka. This is definatly worth a listen. Chasing it Down is my favorite off that album! I am so happy I heard about this band and I hope you all enjoy them as well!
      My favorite song of the year is a little different, but its called Midnight City by M83! I listen to that song 24/7! In fact the whole album is worth listening to. When i heard it the first time I was transported somewhere else.
     Another fantastic band of 2011 is The Head and the Heart! I really like there music, it is cool and relaxing and absolutly incredible! I love their song Cats and Dogs.
      I instantly fell in love with the Kooks' new album Junk of the Heart! I listened to it once and knew it was a winner! Their music has a cool 70's vibe and makes you feel good. It is truly a feel good album! I want to see them live sooo badly! I recently just missed their show in Philly, but I hope they come back as soon as possible!!!
     OMG Awolnation probably has the most fun album of the year! It has a mix of so many genres of music, but it all flows into one beautiful Megalithic Symphony! (Thats their album name!)
     Mr. Little Jeans is a cool group. I love their song The Rescue Song, and it came out this year! It has a killer indie sound.
     Those are my Fav albums, songs, and artists of the year! There really is too much to say about them, so having a listen for yourself is the best thing that can be done!!!