2015’s Best New Indie Rock Music
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A list of the best new indie rock music from 2015.
The Best Indie Rock of 2015
It’s been an amazing year for new music, and indie rock was no exception. From up-and-coming artists to veteran bands, 2015 saw a wealth of great new music. Here are our picks for the best indie rock of the year.
Top Ten Albums of the Year
1. Purity Ring – Another Eternity
2. Grimes – Art Angels
3. Beach House – Depression Cherry
4. Father John Misty – I Love You, Honeybear
5.of Montreal – Aureate Gloom
6. Tame Impala – Currents
7. Viet Cong – Viet Cong
8. Sufjan Stevens – Carrie & Lowell
9. Modest Mouse – Strangers to Ourselves
10. Deerhunter – Fading Frontier
Top Five Songs of the Year
1. “Believe” by Benjamin Booker
2. “Bud” by Boogarins
3. “Can’t Do Without You” by Caribou
4. “Don’t Wanna Fight” by Alabama Shakes
5. “Do You Love Me Now?” by The Jesus and Mary Chain
The Best New Indie Rock Artists of 2015
2015 was a great year for new indie rock music. We saw a lot of new artists breaking onto the scene and making a name for themselves. In this article, we’re going to take a look at some of the best new indie rock artists of 2015.
Top Ten New Artists of the Year
1. Hozier
2. Tove Lo
3. Vance Joy
4. alt-J
5. St. Vincent
6. Benjamin Booker
7. Angel Olsen
8. Spoon
9. Alvvays
10. Hinds
Top Five Songs of the Year
It’s been an incredible year for music, with a plethora of new artists making their debut on the scene. Here are our top five favorite new indie rock artists of 2015!
1. Hippocampus – “ayahuasca”
This dreamy track from the New York-based band is the perfect blend of shoegaze and indie rock, with ethereal vocals and dreamy instrumentals.
2. Sunflower Bean – “I Was Home”
The Brooklyn trio’s debut album was one of our favorites of the year, and this lead single is a perfect example of their catchy, punky sound.
3. Beach Slang – “Noisy Heaven”
Beach Slang’s raw, emotive songs have been a welcome addition to the indie rock world, and “Noisy Heaven” is one of their best.
4. Beirut – “No No No”
The long-awaited album from Zach Condon and company was well worth the wait, and “No No No” is a standout track with its anthemic horns and trademark Beirut sound.
5. Mumford & Sons – “Believe”
Mumford & Sons’ return to form on their latest album was nothing short of triumphant, and “Believe” is a soaring standout track that shows off their incredible musicianship.
The Best Indie Rock of 2015: Honorable Mentions
2015 was a great year for indie rock, with many new and exciting bands emerging on the scene. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best new indie rock music of 2015, as well as some honorable mentions.
Top Ten Albums of the Year
1. Painted Zeroes – Flowers
2. Grouplove – Big Mess
3. Slowdive – Pygmalion
4. The Decemberists – Picaresque
5. The Shins – Chutes Too Narrow
6. Arcade Fire – Funeral
7. Death Cab for Cutie – Transatlanticism
8. broken social scene – You Forgot It In People
9. Modest Mouse – Good News For People Who Love Bad News
10. Bright Eyes – I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning
Top Five Songs of the Year
1. “Float On” by Modest Mouse
2. “The Outsiders” by alt-J
3. “Do You Realize??” by The Flaming Lips
4. “Airbag” by Radiohead
5. “Boys of Summer” by The Ataris
