IT'S THE 2013 RECAP, SONGS WORTH NOTING - PART #1

It's been a long time between drinks -about six months since the last entry here- so before we get back into the swing of things in a normal-kinda-fashion, it's worth spending time revisiting the best tracks of the year.

Let's take a peek at what 2013 has us excited about so far...




BETTY WHO 'Somebody Loves You'

In January we were one of the first sites to give you a taste of Boston-based Sydney gal Betty Who with her debut single 'Somebody Loves You.'

Since then the talented blonde has gone on to release her debut EP 'The Movement' (premiering exclusively on Billboard.com), sold out a number of shows in New York City and been featured on music sites such as Idolator and pop blog MuuMuse. Busy much?

Each time we listen to Who's debut single it radiates just as much fun as it did upon first listen. Pure pop with a dash of 80s goodness, we're just not sure you can get any better than that.




CHVRCHES 'Recover'

Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland trio Lauren Mayberry, Iain Cook and Martin Doherty form the group CHVRCHES. Coming fifth in this years BBC's 'Sound of 2013,' the group kicked off the year with a stellar EP titled 'Recover,' featuring the lead single of the same name.

'Recover' is a mid-tempo synth track that trails along the pop road in similar fashion to Swedish superstar Robyn, yet with more of an indie feel. Mayberry's delicate vocals are the perfect accompaniment to the Sunday-chill tunes, and it certainly gets us excited about their debut LP due September.




JESSIE WARE 'Imagine It Was Us'

After the stellar result that was her debut album 'Devotion' in 2012, British lass Jessie Ware revealed we'd be seeing a re-release of the LP which would feature the new track 'Imagine It Was Us.'

Taking us on a disco escapade, Ware's soulful vocals marry the sexy 90s beats like a match made in (disco) heaven. Complete with a video that knocks most off their feet, this track has been our perfect party starter for most of 2013.




LANA DEL REY 'Young and Beautiful'

Let's just say securing the gong for Best Album of 2012  for 'Born to Die / Paradise' is no easy feat (we are pretty critical), so first up, we're anxiously awaiting the sophomore release from Miss Lana Del Rey. Whilst we wait ever so patiently, what better way to fill the time than by drifting away to the utterly gorgeous 'Young and Beautiful.'

Produced by Rick Nowels ('Dark Paradise' and 'Summertime Sadness') and lifted from Baz Luhrman's 'The Great Gatsby' soundtrack, Del Rey shines like a pretty face and electric soul.

Absolutely, mesmerizingly, beautiful.




LORDE 'Royals'

We were surprised and delighted to hear that the indie-pop gem 'Royals,' by sixteen year-old singer/songwriter Lorde, originates from across the waters in Auckland, New Zealand. We love finding new local(ish) goodies!

'Royals' is the lead single from Lorde's very-good-indeed debut EP 'The Love Club.' With it's catchy vibe and we-don't-care lyrics, it was an instant fave adding this young chanteuse to the top of our 'must watch' list for the year.


Five of the best so far, with more to come before we delve into what remains of 2013.