Tune: Ra Ra Riot - Boy

Too-cool-for-school Nylon Magazine first brought this lot to my attention and I promptly downloaded their single 'Can You Tell'. They have a really different, pop sound and the female strings duo add a great distinguished element to set these guys aside from other indie bands.

'Boy' has been on my playlist for a while now, and as a serious cat-lover I am a huge fan of the music video! Hoping for a possible UK/Ireland tour soon?

7/10

Tune: Ladyhawke - Black White & Blue

I have always dreamt that if I was famous and a successful, talented, singer-songwriter my music would be this lady's! Ladyhawke is just too effortlessly cool. I adored her first album (easily in my Top 10 ever) and after this beginning offering, I am very excited to hear the rest of her new one.

Also loving her slightly more glamourous look in the video (she famously only wears men's clothes!). I really hope this album gives Lady the mainstream success she deserves - she is well able to rival the other females in the pop/rock world!

Great to have her back...Team Ladyhawke!

8/10

Tune: Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - If I Had A Gun

Listening to this album makes me feel nostalgic for the mighty Oasis (hey, if it's not broke...) and Noel's solo effort is an incredible debut that is well worth a download. I really hope I can catch these guys live soon.

Arguably the more talented brother?

10/10 Getting bored of giving Perfect 10s - but I can't fault this song!

Tune: Bruno Mars - Talking To The Moon

I finally downloaded his album, and have become pretty obsessed pretty fast! This silky-voiced crooner has penned some beautiful gems. After much thought, my favourite is 'Talking To The Moon' which actually gives me goosebumps...

In short, this is just a lovely, romantic song!

10/10

Tune: Beach House - Used To Be

My 'relax me please' band! The whole Teen Dream album by this Baltimore due is literally a dream to listen to.

Beautiful melodies, tender lyrics and the calming reassurance that music can help you to de-stress. This was one of my favourite albums of 2010 and I love everything they have done.

My favourite part is the latter end of the song, although I wish it was longer.

Close your eyes and get lost in this little gem.

9/10. I just wish it was longer!

Tune: The Airborne Toxic Event - Changing

I hold my hands up! It was the teenage dramas of the CW's Gossip Girl and 90210 that brought me to this song!

Gossip Girl must be praised for introducing me to a number of bands and, although maybe not too credible, cannot be faulted as a good platform to get an artist's name out there.

This tune is funky indie at best with a catchy chorus. Great for house parties and BBQs.

Rating: 8/10. Pretty damn great.

Tune: Modest Mouse - Float On

In my Top 5 songs of all time, without fail. Before the wonder of Shazam, I was at a party and, after years of hearing this song and not knowing who was responsible, I was finally enlightened and entered the amazing world of Modest Mouse!

This song defines my favourite type of music - laid-back rock with a good hook and bass line.

I challenge you not to fall in love and listen to it on repeat for days! Oh, it's just me that does that?

10/10 Just perfect. Cannot be faulted in any way.