*Again, the download link is at the bottom.
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- 91. Beatsteaks - A Real Paradise: The rest of this album is slightly forgettable, but these German guys really come through on this opening track. I used to really like this band. Now I just kinda like this band. Such is life.
- 92. Screaming Females - Wishing Well: This band is amazing and the sooner you realize that the better. They gave a little sample this year with this song, but expect their album next year to be one of the best.
- 93. Hail Mary Mallon - 4AM: These guys are back with their 2nd album, made up of Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic. There is some quality tracks on this album and this is the best.
- 94. The Fratellis - They Go Down:I almost forgot about this band, they broke up for awhile, but have recently seen daylight again. This song highlights a lot of why I liked them in the first place.
- 95. The Methadones - Trip Wire: This band is no longer and this song is (decidedly) the last they have recorded. It's a good one. You can check out other stuff through Dan Vapid and The Cheats.
- 96. Radiator Hospital - Cut Your Bangs: Something about this band just works for me. The lyrics are so original and honest. If you don't like it there's probably something wrong with you... because there certainly isn't something wrong with me.
- 97. Morning Glory - Standard Issue: One guy basically writes all this. I don't really care for a lot of the output, but this is a good one.
- 98. O'Death - Wrong Time: This band always reminds of good times. Surprisingly one of the funniest bands I've seen. I still think the music fits perfectly in a horror movie.
- 99. Mischief Brew - Dirty Overhauls: Recently got into this group after being recommended them on multiple times. I think this is great.
- 100. Emily's Army - Alien's Landing: This band is super young, but the music wouldn't let you think that... the lyrics will though. They recently changed their name to Swimmers for whatever reason.
- 101. The Planet Smashers - Waiting for the Sunset: A ska band from Canada that writes fun and cerebral-unchallenging lyrics. Hard to not want to dance a bit though right?
- 102. The Muffs - Take A Take A Me: Easily one of my favorite female singers in punk. Her scream-sing is pure gold to my ears.
- 103. Modest Mouse - White Lies, Yellow Teeth: This is an old song, but it was just recently released. Apparently they're recording a new album next year though.
- 104. Blueprint - Oh Word?: A good solid hiphop track. The rest of the album probably won't blow you away, but there's great lyrics on the song "I was always told that bigger fences made better neighbors."
- 105. Goober Patrol - That's The Point: Didn't this band breakup? Nope. Not quite up to par with their older stuff, but they're still chugging along releasing music.
- 106. First Aid Kit - My Silver Lining: These Swedish girls are pretty good. I think they've gotten pretty big so they don't need me to pump up their fame any more.
- 107. Spraynard - Are You Ladies Familiar with the Work of Zach and Cody?: If the song title isn't good enough, the song is also great. It comes from a release of old songs finally released.
- 108. The World/Inferno Friendship Society - Don't Get Me Started, Don't Get Me Wrong: Weird band. Weird song. Check out the rest of the album for more of whatever this genre is called. I dig it though. That's all that matters.
- 109. NOFX - The Greatest Country in the World: This song is super offensive, but also slightly funny. They recorded for their documentary series they released a couple years ago.
- 110. Sallie Ford - Coulda Been: Portland native Sallie Ford is back! The song makes me want to be in the 70's... whatever that means.
- 111. Brendan Kelly and The Wandering Birds - Gluesday Evening Blues: Mr. Kelly was busier this year than before. This is the only Wandering Birds release, but it fits together perfectly with the rest of their output.
- 112. Chris Farren - Eagle Eyes: Chris Farren has also been incredibly busy this year, seemingly releasing something new every week. The Xmas is great, but I'm all about this song.
- 113. Hurray For The Riff Raff - The Body Electric: This group has been around for awhile, but I just recently got into them. This is probably the best song on the album and I'm sure the release will end up on a lot of year-end lists.
- 114. Astronautalis - The City Ain't Just a Skyline: I love the lyrics on this song. Here's hoping he releases something next year.
- 115. Left Alone - Harbor Area: A fairly proto-typical punk song, but these guys do a good job on it.
- 116. Wye Oak - Glory: This song (and album) are great for study music. So if you're looking for study music... look no further.
- 117. Great Collapse - Blood, Bread & Roses: I guess Strike Anywhere is done? If it is and you need your Thomas fix then listen to this. Sounds quite similar.
- 118. Devon Williams - All I Have to Do: I wish Osker was still together, but they aren't. Luckily Devon is still releasing music, even though it doesn't sound anything like his older stuff.
- 119. St. Paul & The Broken Bones - Call Me: This song doesn't sound like it came this year, but it did.
- 120. Anti-Flag - Close My Eyes: Used to be one of my favorite bands. They still release quality songs now and then.
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