Nux Vomica's cover perfectly reflects what's inside — a moody shot of singer Finn Andrews smoking a cigarette, wearing a black suit on a black background.

"Last Dance" from the album In and Out of Control 2009 iTunes The Raveonettes' fourth album, In and Out of Control, marks another change in direction for the band, though it's much less noticeable than the shift between the glossy,...

"Paper Cities" from the album Other Lives 2009 iTunes Other Lives have gone through exponential changes since their early debut under the name of Kunek. Back then, the band was known for enchanting audiences, willing them into a silent...

"The Spectator" from the album Stir the Blood 2009 iTunes The Bravery's adrenaline-rush, retro-new-wave/punk rock is back with a flourish. The album is a sonic high, but a mixed bag of lyrical ups and downs. Singer-writer Sam Endicott...

"Crystalised" from the album XX 2009 iTunes London's The XX belongs to the rare and dignified breed of artists who, on their debut, emerge fully formed with a unique sound and style all their own. The feat is even more impressive given...

"Surprise Hotel" from the album Fool's Gold 2009 iTunes Fool's Gold's repeat-ready single "Surprise Hotel" is a gloriously busy bit of life-affirming Afro-pop that takes no issue with demanding that you take it for a beachside bike...