KWCW TOP 5 ADDS 2/13/12

Valentines come and ago but loud, obnoxious, self indulgent rock’n’roll is forever. 

1. Tennis - Young & Old

Tennis’s 2nd full length album may be even better than their first. Simple, dreamy, nostalgic pop. Songs about young love, traveling, and dreams. This album is heavenly, can’t stop listening to it! Totally recommended -Julia

Try 1,2!,3,5!

2. Damien Jurado - Maraqopa 

This album sounds like a less ancient Neil Young. Lots of focus on guitars, mostly strummed rhythms but with the occasional psychedelic solo freak out. -Nathan

Try: 1!,3,9

Bright Moments - Natives

Solo project from Beirut’s trumpet player. It sounds a lot like Beirut, but simplified and slowed down a bit. Try it out! -Julia

Try: 1,2,3 

4. Goldfrapp - The Singles 

A collection of singles from UK synthpop duo. Lots of catchy songs. I think the first one was featured in a car commercial. If the cover was any less enticing I might not wanna listen to it. But still, give it a try. -Julia

Try: 2,3,7!

5. Audra Mae & the Almighty Sound - Self Titled

Folk and soul fusion, super fun, energetic and infectious. YES! -Kaity

Try: 5,6,9