My list was composed rather extemporaneously since I've been absolutely swamped these past two weeks with school and work; but, overall, I'm happy with it except for one glaring, shameful omission: the ultra-talented Chad VanGaalen. My apologizes to Chad.
Anyways, Matthew has tabulated the results and posted it on his site, and I highly recommend checking it out (thanks to Matthew for the honoured invite).
My list was:
1. Caribou
A Dan Snaith worthy math equation:
A much-deserved Polaris + subsequent media exposure = Increased Popularity / Record Sales.
2. Tokyo Police Club
Few things are more fortuitous for a young career than opening for indie-pop deities Weezer.
3. Basia Bulat
Had she won the Polaris, she’d have been #1. She charmed me to pieces during her opening gig for Final Fantasy round these parts last year and continues to charm other Canadians at a reported exponential rate.
4. Weakerthans
Winnipeg represent! These hyper-literate lads have scored accolade after accolade for Reunion Tour. And they deserve it.
5. Feist
Was a recent clue on Jeopardy (and I got it!) as well as a guest on Sesame Street. Hmm. Maybe she should be #1?
6. Plants and Animals
I’m embarrassed to admit this: my first exposure to these guys was last month when they opened for The Born Ruffians at the Pyramid. I was so impressed I repeatedly exclaimed #7 followed by “are these guys ever good!”
7. Holy Fuck
Should thank the conservative party for the unanticipated exposure. Little did that “progressive” party know, these guys have a great sound.
8. Born Ruffians
I couldn’t tell if more people were at their concert to see Plants & Animals or them, so that hurt their ranking.
9. Ohbijou
Should be higher, but aren’t. Maybe next year.
10. Two Hours Traffic
See #9.
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The Stills are opening for Sam Roberts' January 22nd show at the Burt.
Brian Borcherdt is opening for Martha Wainwright next month at the Pyramid.
Infinite Playlist: The Dears - Missiles
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