The Rosebuds - Make Out (2003)

Raleigh's own home grown indie-pop band. Steller debut album, more to come.

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Local Natives - Gorilla Manor (2009)

Not brand new, but still good. This band has consistently made their way into my rotation. indie rock with way clean vocals.

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Javelin - No Mas (2010)

It's nice to see a band picking up where The Go! Team left off.

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Caribou - Swim (2010)

I really can't wait to see this dude at moogfest. That being said, sleigh bells better bring it hard.

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Sleigh Bells - Treats (2010)

pretty sure everyone has heard this by now, whatevz. it's good, you all know sleigh bells are good.

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Wavves - King of the Beach (2010)

I know some people might've had issues with Wavves prior to this album. They had one of the most epic on-stage meltdowns in Barcelona, which was latter rectified by explaining that's what happens when you mix ecstasy, valium, and xanax. But that was '09. This is '010, and this album rules.

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Harlem - "Hippies" (2010)

Harlem is this killer lo-fi 50's garage revival band from Austin. Saw them yesterday. Twice. They are just that damn good.

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Whatever Brains - TRIM JEANS and/or Gross Urge Plus Ten (2010)

Whatever Brains is this kick ass Raleigh band led by the Rich Ivey.

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Best Coast - Crazy For You (2010)

Best album of 2010. I really can't wait for Best Coast and Wavves to make indie rock babies so we can have a new indie rock super group.

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Best Coast - Make You Mine (2009)

Another great 7"

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Best Coast - Art Fag 7" (2009)

i love this band

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Cults - Cults 7"

Saw this band last night before Best Coast at hopscotch and they were amazing.

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Cassis Orange - カシス・オレンジ (2010)

I fucking love this band. They are amazing and represent the heart of what chapel thrill indie pop should be. It also doesn't hurt that Autumn is mega hot.

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Beach House - Teen Dream (2010)

This album is just f'ing amazing. Buy it.

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Wild Nothing - Gemini (2010)

This may come as a shock, but I've been all about some lo-fi 60's pop recently. I found myself driving through the mountains, windows down, enjoying life. All I can say is that this album captures that moment perfectly.

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Jenny and Johnny - I'm Having Fun Now (2010)

Jenny and Johnny is Jenny Lewis and her boyfriend Jonathan Rice. The love carries over to the album art for their forthcoming I’m Having Fun Now. If you’re cool with PDA, they also have some high-profile shows this fall.

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Major Lazer x La Roux - Lazerproof

Major Lazer's brain-trust (DIPLO & SWITCH), partner with La Roux for the LazerProof Mixtape! This shit is hot!

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Whirl - Distressor (2010)

I stumbled upon this the other day. I'm not really into "shoegaze" but this band is pretty amazing. The guitar and the vocals are well matched and fits the amazing weather we've been having recently.

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