Stolen Parts - Self Titled

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Stolen Parts have crafted a particularly hard hitting little EP with their self titled release. If you like the sloppy but gruff pop-punk tendencies of bands like Dear Landlord then there's something for you here. Donations of course, will likely encourage the band to see a full length through.

Stolen Parts - Self Titled

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Cheap Girls - Live From WKDU

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Cheap Girls have become a favourite in the noisy power-pop genre over the past few years. They're a nasally and a little annoying, but still pretty easy to get into. It's only free for the next 24 hours, so reward yourself if you checked this blog today and get it fast!

Cheap Girls - Live From WKDU

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Dirty Projectors - Ascending Melody 7"

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Dirty Projectors were pretty big in 2009. In celebration they're giving away a couple songs on their latest 7", Ascending Melody. It's pretty abstract indie, but if tht's your thing then go right ahead.

Dirty Projectors - Ascending Melody 7"

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For Serious This Time - When You're In It

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Yet another great ifyoumakeit release, this time by a band who can't help make a meaningful contribution to that ever-evolving Look Mexico type genre. Odd time signatures and twinkly guitars against a foreground of sloppy vocals make for a unique product. And of course you can donate right to the band if you feel like supporting their innovations.

For Serious This Time - When You're In It

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Straynard - Cut And Paste

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If you've enjoyed ifyoumakeit releases up until this point then you'll love Straynard. They're a sloppy pop-punk band who fit right in with current underground trends. If you like 'em you can donate.

Spraynard - Cut And Paste

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Angus Wallace - Distant Star

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Here's a little bluesy acoustic indie to start off the year.  I ran across it over at the emusic forums a few days back and was surprised at the apparent quality. 

Angus Wallace - Distant Star

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2009 in Review

2009 was a busy year in many respects.  It was the year I became a certified teacher (and now have two BAs), proposed to my now finance, and started reviewing for The Punk Site.  Bring on 2010!

Check out my top 20 albums of the year, favourite live show, and what I'm anticipating in 2010.