Friday, August 1, 2014

Summa Cum Laude (so far) albums for 2014

5)  Joseph, Native Dreamer Kin.  This band of three sisters from Eastern Oregon caught my attention via Noisetrade.  Folksie and religious lyrics, you wouldn't think it's my style.  But I love their music.




4) The Pretty Reckless Going to Hell.  I first discovered this California based band a couple of years ago listening to the credits from "Kiss Ass". I kept thinking, "Who is this band and why have I not heard of them before?" Anyway, I know who they are now. And I got to see them last year at the Varsity. Great band. And yes, they are just a bit different than Joseph.



3) The Strange Familiar The Day the Lights Went Out You probably have never heard of this band; but I am crazy about their music. They're from Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio (Between Akron and Cleveland). Give 'em a listen.



2) Birdy Fire Within This 18 year old singer from the UK came to my attention when she was only 16, and her most recent album came out just before she turned 18. It's amazing.



DRUMROLL..........


1) Nina Nesbitt Peroxide The UK Girls dominate! I was so existed when I got her first full album from the UK (autographed). This is such a great album and this 20 year old from Scotland is just going to get bigger I believe. Watch all three of these.


Make sure you watch this one