5. Grizzly Bear, Veckatimest
Grizzly Bear is a band that needs no introduction to those familiar with the indie music scene. They can seemingly do no wrong and this proves true with their highly anticipated junior (second with the full band) album, Veckatimest. The vocal layering and atmospheric sounds that adorned their last album, Yellow House, are still present and make for an excellent 12 song, 52 minute musical experience. Personally, I enjoy this album more than Yellow House. It is much more accessible and an easier listen. With standouts including “Two Weeks” with its catchy piano hook and spot on harmonies, “While You Wait for the Others”, “Cheerleader” and "All We Ask", Veckatimest moves along smoothly and wraps you up in the multiple layers of sound that the band creates with their vocals and use of both traditional and unconventional instruments. This one lives up to all the hype associated with it and will be on many of these lists this year.
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