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Looking Forward: Sounds of 2013

Dec 31, 2012 In: News The Spoken Truth By: Jeffco 1 Comment

Looking Forward: Sounds of 2013

Dec 31, 2012 In: News The Spoken Truth By: Jeffco 1 Comment

What better way to end the year then to, well, look forward to next year? 2012 was so (almost) last year. We put together a list of bands and artists that we think you should know about in the coming year. Some of these names have been coming up and we’re expecting them to blow up while others have been on the scene for a while and we’re just looking forward to some new material.

PK – We first caught wind of PK when we were asked to interview them while they played a show in Hollywood. We obliged, thankfully because these guys turned out to be a pretty dope group. Their show was intense and they had two good singles to excite the crowd. My turning point was when I caught myself singing along to “Berelain” a couple of months after the interview. It’s become a part of my almost-everyday playlist. So what you waiting for, guys? Come down and make your move (new music!).

Listen to: PK – “Berelain”

Black Kids – I listen to bands more often whenever I start wanting to see them in concert. Black Kids’ debut album was some few years ago and earlier this year they said a new album is in the works. Next year should be pretty big for them if they’re really looking into some new music.

Listen to: Black Kids – “I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance”

Daft Punk – This is all rumor here: They’ve been rumored to play at Coachella for years now. There’s been some talk of them having new tunes out by Glastonbury 2013. Whether that correlates with the rumors of playing in the desert in April or even at Ultra MF is yet to be seen. Regardless of where they make their comeback, anything new in 2013 from Daft Punk is a gift from the music gods.

Listen to: Daft Punk – “One More Time”

Gold Fields – I went crazy over this band in October and November. I went to three of their shows and couldn’t get enough. These Aussie mates became one of my favorite acts to see in person. Excited more of these guys in the future.

Listen to: Gold Fields – “Dark Again”

New Politics – New Politics remind me of everything I used to listen to as a kid: from Weezer and Rage and a hint of Nirvana all mixed in. Their second album is in the works and is set to be released early in 2013. This is the band where when they come one you say, “Fuck yeah, I love New Politics!”

Listen to – New Politics – “Yeah Yeah Yeah!”

Other notables: Sky Larkin, Strange Talk, Eliza Doolittle, Warpaint, Icona Pop, Free Energy, and Fez.

Here are some more artists we’d like to see more of in 2013. These are who Scott is looking forward to.

Sondre Lerche – The Norwegian-turned Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter should be releasing his 7th Studio album sometime in 2013, and he has never disappointed me before! His focus on intricate songwriting and powerful vocals separate him from other ‘hip’ bands from Brooklyn and although his most recent release found Lerche chasing a more trendy sound, I have no doubt that whatever he puts out is going to be some of my favorite music of the year!
Sky Ferreira – After creating a lot of buzz with some great singles, Sky released an amazing 5 song Ep this year, but her full length album is promised for “early” 2013. It is sure to be great, or at least talked about a lot on the blog circuit.
Jessie Ware – Although her album came out in 2012, Ware seems fixed on making her big US cross-over in 2013. Her album, which is truly remarkable, has appeared on many critic’s year-end list for 2012, but she hasn’t hit widespread popularity in the states yet. 2013 will surely change that!
The Jonas Brothers – I know, I know. This may surprise some people, but the Jonas Brothers are an incredibly important band to my musical development and my world view, and the thought that 2013 is going to bring brand new Jonas Brothers music has me giddier than anything! It will be a decidely more mature work, with more of a contemporary-radio pop sound, similar to Fun. or Gotye, from the sound of a few new songs they’ve played live recently, which will be a good change for them. Doubt all you want, but I’m very excited!

 And from our newest writer in the UK, Catriona’s list:

Daughter
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Peace
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Palma Violets
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Savages
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