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6 Favourite Songs of 2010 So Far (And yours!)

By Skillface August 25, 2010 2 Comments

I've been told I have a weird/diverse taste in music, which I suppose is true. I can listen to some Protest the Hero, then some DOOM, then some Enter Shikari, some Aesop Rock, then go back for some Every Time I Die. I surprise myself sometimes with the things I'll listen to. Anyway, 2010 so far (in my opinion) has been a fantastic year for music, with new CDs from Band of Horses, Wolf Parade, Tokyo Police Club, Shad, The Black Keys, Minus the Bear, Norma Jean, Born Ruffians, The Gaslight Anthem, AND ETC. So here are a few of my favourites of this year so far. Nothing horribly offensive, so feel free to click a video, any video! :)

1. Too Afraid to Love You by The Black Keys

I could listen to this song any day of the year at any time and enjoy every second of it. I only really got into The Black Keys this year, and rightfully so. Brothers is a fantastic listen for anybody, and highly recommended. Dan's bluesy-ass voice gets me every time.

2. Blue Beard by Band of Horses

I've been a big fan of Band of Horses ever since their first album, and although the new album might not have been able to live up to the hype, I still thoroughly enjoy it and listen to it often. Ben and the rest are still at the top of their game IMO, and the outro to this song proves it. Just a general feel-good song.

3. What to Say by Born Ruffians

Probably a band that no one is too familiar with. I hate using genres, so I'd say just listen to it. But if you need to categorize it, probably indie-rock or something of that nature. It's pretty unique though. Very cool video, very under appreciated band, quality music.

4. A Good Name by Shad

Shad proves himself yet again with a track off of his new album TSOL. I only really get into rap when it has substance to it, makes me think, and/or has a strong emotional tone to it. Shad succeeds at all of these things, while pulling off ridiculous wordplay and just being generally fun to listen to.

5. Bambi by Tokyo Police Club

Another Canadian indie band! Incredible album, incredible song, etc. etc. Just give a listen! :)

6. Ghost Pressure by Wolf Parade

I always loved Wolf Parade, because they can manage to make long songs, but saturate them to the point where you never feel bored. Love this song, and the album.

So that's it. If any of you are a fan of my music, and know other bands that I would like, please throw recommendations at me! I'm posting this to the forum so that people can discuss what their favourite songs/albums of this year so far are. So discuss away! :)

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