I made a 'Best of '07' compilation for coworkers and thought I'd share my picks with you, in no particular order. Hope you've got a little time to spare!

All downloads have been posted with permission from the bands themselves. Thanks bands!

 

1. Nicole Atkins and the Sea: "The Way It Is"

I think this is my favorite song of the year. Here's the clip from Letterman.

 

 

2. Peter Bjorn and John: "Young Folks"

I'm such a sucker for whistling. And isn't this the most visually satisfying video ever.

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I must say, it was very fun to go out there armed with my voice recorder and your questions. You guys came up with lots of good stuff!

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at CMJ 2007

This was my second year attending the madness, and here are my highlights from the first half of the week, including Wild Light, Elk City, the Brunettes, and more!

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AstroPOP! for May 2007 features astrologically-inclined record reviews from Sleeping in the Aviary, Grand Archives, Ether Aura, Your Favorite Book, The Icicles, Team Gina, Elk City, The Ballet, Los Campesinos!, Winterpills, Dolour, and The Rosebuds. Read, listen, and be prepared for the month ahead!

Singer and songwriter Renée LoBue has a captivating voice that's both soothing and alluring. Her soft vocal deliveries make for an effortlessly organic sound. At times it calls to mind the White Stripes songs on which Meg sings — stark and honest — though with more soul.

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