the national - high violet, local natives - gorilla manor and of course sleigh bells - treats were my definite favourites from this year.

some other sweet musical moments from the year were:

• vampire weekend - contra
• crystal castles - crystal castles II
• arcade fire - the suburbs
• best coast - crazy for you
• circa survive - blue sky noise
• foals - total life forever

and with new architects and bright eyes albums out early in the ‘11 i’ve got high hopes for next year.