I haven’t gotten a chance to listen to much coming out today, but here’s what I’m most excited about

The Pretty Reckless – Going to Hell 

Has it really been four years since I had “Zombie” on repeat after seeing The Pretty Reckless at Warped Tour? I wonder what Momsen and co. have been up to lately…

Sam Smith – In the Lonely Hour 

Sam Smith has the voice of an angel. When I first heard the acoustic version of “Latch” I knew I had found my new favorite artist. This was confirmed after I caught half of a set at SXSW. In the months in between then and now, I have grown more skeptical as I kept hearing Sam’s voice covered by overly produced dance beats (not my favorite thing to listen to). I haven’t yet listened to In the Lonely Hour. I’m actually quite nervous to do so. You listen and tell me if I’d like it…

Also

• Miniature Tigers – Cruel Runnings
  Ballyhoo! – Halo
• Stars in Stereo- Leave Your Mark
• The Felice Brothers – Favorite Waitress
• Linkin Park- The Hunting Party
• Nothing More – Nothing More
• David Grey – Mutineers
• Trampled by Turtles – Wild Animals
• The Collection – Ars Moriendi