2008: Matt’s Favourites
Posted on 10. Oct, 2008 by Matt in Blurb
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Ok, as a relatively new music fan, I have not had a lot of experience of truly outstanding bands blowing me away. But now, thanks to NME and likesounds.com, my taste in music has completely changed and drastically widened from my favourite band of two years ago (fall out boy – no laughing please) to my many favourite bands of today. I think the best of these bands need talking about, so I’ve listed my five favourite for you here so enjoy!
The Maccabees – This quintet have been around for ages, but I only really listened to them about two months ago. They write genuinely uplifting, catchy indie songs that are capable of turning that frown upside down!
Best Track – Lego [mp3] [myspace] [Colour It In - amazon.co.uk]
Foals – These oxford dropouts have been making waves on the indie scene in 2008 and have played almost every major festival this year. They make danceable indie songs that are perfect for relaxing to after a crap day at school/work/life in general.
Best Track – Cassius [mp3] [myspace] [Antidotes - amazon.co.uk]
You Me At Six – These pop punker’s have been around for a while and are still going strong, and have recently released their debut full length LP – Take Off Your Colours – (available on slam dunk records) and are touring the country as we speak.
Best Track – The Rumour [myspace] [Take Off Your Clothes - amazon.co.uk]
Kate Nash – This very talented singer songwriter, with a very unique and confident style to her singing. Currently residing with Ryan Jarman of The Cribs (definitely not making the list) and luckily, Mr Jarman’s distinct lack of vocal ability has not rubbed off on his squeeze.
Best Track – Mariella [mp3] [myspace] [Made Of Bricks - amazon.co.uk]
The Gaslight Anthem – a very talented rock and roll/punk band from America, with influences ranging from Bruce Springsteen to 1980’s Punk. Probably the only band I have ever heard of that has received 9/10 in NME and 5/5 in Kerrang! Either they have a lot of money for journalists, or are they are very, very good. I believe it’s the latter as they really are very, very good.
Best Track – Great Expectations [mp3] [myspace] [The '59 Sound - amazon.co.uk]
If you have any opinions, or bands you think should be on this list, please leave me a comment. See You Soon!
Pete & The Pirates
Thom Stone
Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit
The Rascals
4 artists definately worth checking out.