Because there hasn’t been a flood of new music coming out lately (the typical “first of the year drought”; well with the exception of some upcoming leaked stuff, but I digress), I thought that I would take this opportunity to dedicate a 5SF to artists that I want another album from already. In part, this was inspired by the amazing comeback of Ms. Independent herself, who will be releasing a new album in just a few short weeks after quite a long time off. All of these artists have had at least two years to get me some new material, and all of them have left me wanting this new material badly because of how amazing their previous work has been. Most of these acts have made previous year end lists of mine, with the majority landing on my 2006 list; which brings me to say that it has been TOO long. Without further adieu, here are some amazingly talented artists that I want new albums from already… and hopefully, I will see something drop sometime in 2009 (please!!!!):
Scissor Sisters – Might Tell You Tonight
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Last album released: Ta-Dah, 2006. First up is one of my all time favorite bands, the Scissor Sisters. I fell in love with them because of their amazing debut, and they only made me more of a fan with their brilliant sophomore album; but that was way back in 2006 (when Ta-Dah topped my year end list), and I am hungering for some new Scissor Sisters. I have been listening to their previous two albums this month, and loving every minute of each one; but it just makes me want more. I love my Scissor Sisters and hope to hear something new from them this year. This is one of my favorite songs of theirs, and it comes from the aforementioned amazing record, Ta-Dah.
Hellogoodbye – Touchdown Turnaround (Don’t Give Up On Me)
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Last album released: Zombies! Vampires! Aliens! Dinosaurs!, 2006. I heard of Hellogoodbye randomly, and ended up getting the whole album because of how infectious and poppy it was. I ended up seeing them live, and they were brilliant and full of energy. I like to think of them as like a more electronically driven version of Weezer; with an extra dose of happiness. I loved this album, and it solidly made my best of 2006 list, so I am really anxious to hear more from these guys. It seems like it’s been forever, but that’s how it feels when you haven’t heard from someone you love in a while. I love the energy of this song, and it totally sums up their concert experience; everyone jump around and have a great time!
Imogen Heap – Loose Ends
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Last album released: Speak For Yourself, 2005. Oh Immi, how I love you! It’s been quite a while since a music buff and good friend introduced me to her, and since then, I have really had a growing love for her unique and beautiful music. Hide and Seek is definitely one of my favorite all time songs, and the rest of the album is full of great songs that really highlight Imogen’s quite amazing and totally brilliant take electronic music. There has been talk of her releasing something new for over a year now, and I hoping that 2009 is the year that she comes back; she has been missed for far too long! I absolutely love the energy of this song, and hope that she brings that fire to her next album.
Mika – Grace Kelly
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Last album released: Life in Cartoon Motion, early 2007. Mika was one of those artists that got HUGE buzz from me in early 2007, and my love for him maintained and even grew throughout that year, allowing him a place on my year end list for 2007. However, given that Mika’s brilliant debut hit shelves in early 2007, it has been almost 2 years since I have heard anything new from this amazing artist, and I am really hoping that 2009 is another great year filled with more Mika. This is definitely one of the most infectious songs of 2007, and really highlights how amazing, and how full fledged POP Mika is; here’s hoping that he’s got something great up his sleeve for 2009.
Robyn – Should Have Known
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Last NEW album released: Robyn, 2005 (and again in 2008). Alright, now I am being a little hard on Robyn here, but hear me out. Yes, she was nominated for her BRILLIANT 2008 self titled album, but remember that this album was released WAAAAY back in 2005. Did it stand up to the test of time? Certainly! However, it is TIME for some new Robyn. She seems happy to be releasing her amazingness on the world a spoonful at at time, and continues to wet our appetites with singles off of this release, but we are SCREAMING for something new; and I am not talking about an EP with just a few more brilliant songs. If this album is any indicator of how brilliant she is, there has got to be so much more waiting in the wings, and I for one am salivating for it. Robyn, you are one of the best things to happen to pop music in the last few years, so do us a solid and bring us more of your sweet delicious amazingness, won’t you?! I am crossing my fingers for something amazing in 2009 from the equally amazing Robyn.
Honorable mentions: These two were on the list when I was making it earlier this week, but a quick google showed me that they were slated to release albums in March. Color me happy about that, but since it has been a while, I wanted to at least mention them, as to show appreciation for upcoming new music from each of them.
Indigo Girls – I Believe In Love
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Next album release: Poseidon and the Bitter Bug, March 24, 2009. I love the Indigo Girls, and with their last album, Despite our Differences, they showed no signs of slowing. In fact, I would venture to say that the Indigo Girls are definitely a fine wine that grows only better and more delicious with age. Their harmonies are the stuff that angels aspire to copy, and their music is wonderfully crafted, and delightful to listen to. I am very eager for this new album, and am very excited to get yet another album from one of my all time favorite groups.
Mat Kearney – Closer To Love
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Next album release: City of Black & White, May 19, 2009. I have been a major fan of Mat’s beautiful blend of alternative/indie/hip-hop ever since I heard his major label debut, Nothing Left To Lose. After seeing him in concert, I became a tried and true fan, and have been waiting for new stuff from this amazing guy. Well, I was more than happy to see that he has a new CD coming out, and if this, the lead single off of the album, is any indicator of how it will be, it sounds like it will be just as brilliant as his debut (now, you KNOW I couldn’t resist bringing you something new and amazing this week, didn’t you!?!? Well here it is; you can purchase your own copy of this brilliant song right here!). I officially cannot wait for May 19th, because there is definitely an album I will be running to the store to buy; Mr. Kearney’s long awaited sophomore release. What a brilliant single to get me excited about this upcoming release! Thanks Mat!
So there you have it, a 7SF! HA! Take that convention! In all seriousness, I am hoping to hear from these artists very soon, and I am glad that at least two of them have something confirmed for the coming months. I hope everyone enjoyed this 5SF, and have a great weekend! Let me know which artists YOU are dying to hear new stuff from in 2009!!