She & Him "Volume Two" (ADVANCE)

This is the perfect album for Spring. It's a light, breezy pop gem. You can't help but smile listening to the enchanting vocals of Zooey Deschanel.

Similar to their previous effort, Volume One, Zooey & M. Ward have recorded a couple cover songs for the record. Noticeably, the choices fit well in the group dynamic and overall feel of the album. I also have to mention the music video for lead single "In the Sun" is arguably the cutest thing I've seen that doesn't involve kittens.

Must hear: In the Sun

(Release Date: 3/23/10)

Monsters of Folk "Monsters of Folk"

If you thought the Dead Weather were the only new supergroup this year then you were sorely mistaken. Welcome, Monsters of Folk. With names like Conor Oberst, M. Ward, Mike Mogis and Jim James, M.O.F. should have indie scenesters jizzing in their pants.

And, similarly, M.O.F.'s debut is to Indie Rock what the Dead Weather's debut was to Hard Rock. Enough new stuff to keep you excited but nothing you would consider groundbreaking.

Must hear: Say Please (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfcI2HliOIM)

(Release date: 9/22/09)