1. "Leaders of the Free World" -
Elbow
Leaders of the Free World
This absolute monster of a track from Elbow's third album is a politically charged affair that you must hear to believe.
2. "Shack Up S.O.S." -
Breaking Laces
Lemonade
The boys of Breaking Laces return with some mellow acoustic-style rock that has quickly become a DJ favorite.
3. "Can't Explain" - ism
Monkey Underneath
The careful mix of alt-rock and electronica equals success for these guys on their first LP.
4. "Shot Stereo" - Wes McDonald
1:50 in the Furnace
One part rock, one part country twang, along with plenty of attitude, equals a fun track and a good album.
5. "Sunday" - She's Your Sister
In-Between
If these guys keep writing songs as catchy and rocking as this one, they won't remain unsigned for long.