1. Chromatics
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Listen to Chromatics if you want to be lulled into a techno-disco-dream. Fronted by the stunning Ruth Radelet, this band was recently featured on Twin Peaks: The Return, and it rocked. Follow them on Facebook here.
2. Crumb
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3. Dum Dum Girls
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Fronted by Dee Dee, the Dum Dum Girls come to us from Los Angeles, CA. Their music makes me feel like I'm in a neon drenched bar by the beach and I like it. Learn more about them here.
4. Metric
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This Canadian band led by Emily Haines has been around since the late 90s and are still making music that's hot AF. Their sound will make you bop your head and want to put on something leather immediately. Follow them here.
5. Phox
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Monica Martin fronts Phox and her voice is like butter melting on a hot vinyl record (i.e. it's really good). They are definitely worth adding to your summer playlist. Listen to Phox here.
6. Girlpool
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Steered by Cleo Tucker's vocals and critically well received, Girlpool hits all its marks. You'll get lost in the sounds of Tucker's voice and bask in the glow of their melodic tunes. Learn more about Girlpool here.
7. CSS
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Fronted by Lovefoxxx this Brazilian band rocks so hard. There is no way to listen to them without dancing so don't even try. You will be abducted by their rhythms to another planet. Follow them on Facebook here.
8. Tsunami Bomb
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I've been listening to Tsunami Bomb since high school and I still can't get enough of them. Nothing will get your blood pumping like Emily Whitehurst's vocals. Their current front-woman Kate Jacobi, is also epically talented. I recommend listening to them while driving with the windows down. Follow them here.
9. Palehound
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Led by Ellen Kempner, Palehound creates uniquely mesmerizing songs. You're going to want to listen to their music on repeat. Listen to them here.
10. The Skins
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Front songstress Bayli has the quintessential rockstar voice and it is put to great use with The Skins classic sound. This is definitely a band to follow. Learn more about them here.
11. Sheer Mag
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Energetically led by Tina Halladay, Sheer Mag has been pinned by Rolling Stone magazine as one of "10 New Artists You Need To Know” and it's true, you need to know them. They rock. Listen to them here.
12. Tennis
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Helmed by the silky voice stylings of Alaina Moore, listening to Tennis makes you feel like you went into a time machine and landed in a much cooler era. Their music oozes chill vibes. Learn more about them here.
13. The Julie Ruin
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OK, you probably already listen to The Julie Ruin, but if not, then why aren't you?? Follow them here.