So far 2012 has been all about the big, folk debut, with Of Monsters and Men leading the way. However, my personal favorite has been the self titled debut from The Lumineers.
It was about-freakin'-time Future of Forestry released some new music. After Travel-ing for one good and two exceptional EPs they finally released Young Man Follow, blending many of the styles they played around with in the past.
These guys deserve a whole post of their own, but suffice it to say that mewithoutYou's Ten Stories wins the "Most played in the car" award. It's a fiercely competitive award that demands an album to start great and only get better. Ten Stories nails it.
Dustin Kensrue. Is there any genre of music you can't make sound good? The Modern Post needs to be heard by all writers of contemporary praise music 'cause they just did the genre a great favor. Thanks Dustin.
And finally, The Chariot. If you know The Chariot then you probably either love them or hate them. If you don't know The Chariot then proceed with caution. One Wing makes me believe in the legitimacy of heavy music and it is a much needed kick in the shin to all those generic metalcore bands.