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A wee while back I listed my Top 30 'independent' releases of 2013 ... the list did not contain major artists - the ones with significant following or label backing - and so I thought I'd list my fave 20 major releases.
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20. "Child Bride" by Hannah Cohen
Delightfully folky and relaxed singer-songwriter acoustic sounds from the Bella Union label.
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19. "Woman" by Rhye
Sensual future-soul ... a modern-day Sade for lovers everywhere.
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18. "If You Leave" by Daughter
Inspired indie rock from the new face of 4AD.
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17. "The Next Day" by David Bowie
As return to form and a return to our consciousness for one of the most fascinating and enduring artists of now ... with an approach to release and album cover that sparked debate.
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16. "For Now I Am Winter" by Ólafur Arnalds
Engaging neoclassical soundscapes with an electronic twist from the Erased Tapes stable.
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15. "Oblivion OST" by M83 aka Anthony Gonzalez.
An enjoyable soundtrack to a rather fab film ... even with Tom Cruise in the starring role.
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14. "Absence" by Gargle & Bosques de mi Mente
Utterly engaging neo-classical soundscapes from the Fluttery label.
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13. "Pick a Piper" by Pick a Piper
Swirling psychedelic indietronica from Caribou's live-set drummer.
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12. "Les Revenants OST" by Mogwai
A truly eerie soundtrack to a truly eerie TV show ... utterly brilliant.
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11. "Lanterns" by Son Lux
Wonderfully progressive electronica for cold mornings and damp days.
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More tomorrow ...
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