This was a great year for me discovering non-2010 artists.
Ghost Mice-
Debt Of The Dead (2004)
I really could have included every single album/split/ep that I got from them this year, but I'm just going to include this one, Chris Clavin is just one of the best storytellers I've ever heard.
Paul Baribeau-
Grand Ledge (2007)
He just makes such earnest music that I can relate to. It's amazing how much this album means to me now after such a short time.
Heathers-
Here. Not There. (2008)
I was hooked the first time I heard this album, played it on repeat for about 2 hours.
American Football-
American Football (1999)
One of the most beautiful albums I've ever heard. I can't really say anything more.
Your Heart Breaks-
New Ocean Waves (2006)
This album never fails to make me happy, I love the vocals and the lyrics, it's just so wonderful.
I'll do more later