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So I've been searching lately for new/contemporary artists who are actually making not just quality music but interesting music, something that bends genres, alters expectations, etc.

 

We've all heard it a million and one times how today's music is worse than whatever came out last year, or the year before, or the year before. Quite frankly I'm sick of hearing it, not because it's wrong (I tend to agree with the sentiment) but because there is good, interesting music being put out everyday. I invite you guys to post your favorite contemporary artists, preferably those who've started only recently, not older artists who are still making music and are still together. And do feel free to post clips!    : )

 

My list off the top of my head

 

Violens - Probably the best new band in my opinion in terms of uniqueness, stimulation. Their latest album was a bit disappointing, but they've an amazing interlayed, interplaying brand of Indie-Electronica.

 

White Lies - Endlessly compared to 80's post punk/new wave greats, but while their music does recall a certain New Wave spirit they do a fine job balancing the more adventurous indie rock stylings with some of that 80's romanticism. Latest album was quite nice if a little tried at times.

 

Cold Cave - OK, this guy's song "Confetti", is (for me) probably the best song released in the last ten years, if not longer. The album it's on is a bit of a mixed bag, but his latest EP/Single "God Made the World" is almost as engaging and romantic as Confetti, so I'll definitely be looking out for more music from this guy.

 

Warpaint - I haven't been following up on these girls like I should have, but I've heard on the radio that they have a new album out, and their last is more than good enough to have stayed with me. A heavy attack...ethereal, dreamy but funky with great rhythyms, and also luscious harmonies.

 

Others:

 

Soviet Soviet

Chvrches

Savages - Some of the best post-punk revival music to date. The guitar work is just perfect.

Franz Ferdinand - Didn't really care for these guys, but I caught a performance on TV and I have to say they're really good musicians. Music isn't always interesting but they more than have the chops

Lorde - Not exactly my genre, and most of the songs of her album sounded the same, but there is distinct quality to her music and image. It's definitely interesting.

 

 

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I saw Franz Ferdinand with Green Day a few years back and they really are great in concert. A lot of energy. I don't really know any new artists that I really enjoy. I can list two that aren't old but ones a lot of people don't listen to. Arcade Fire and The Polyphonic Spree. Whenever I'm in the mood for something different I can always count on them. Gonna have to check out some of the ones you guys listed.

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^ I agree with the Milk Carton Kids, they're great.

Not necessarily new, but Jason Isbell's album "Southeastern" is one of the best albums from last year. Also, Ive been listening to a guy named David Ramirez a lot lately.

I'll be sure to check out some of these other artists

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