13 for 2013: IV - The Family Rain

Not a band for people who can't tell Ant from Dec (picture from clashmusic.com)

13 for 2013: III - Haim

No parents allowed (picture from the Guardian website)

13 for 2013: II - Deap Vally

Stop thinking what you're thinking. (picture from thedeceptivecadence.com)

13 For 2013: I - Mt. Wolf

Seeing as December lists are what people do these days, here's another one: 13 bands to look out for this coming year. I say 'to look out for' intentionally. I'm no musical Mystic Meg; 'tipping' any of the following for any success wouldn't mean anything coming from me. But still, check them out. 

Though in no particular order, starting with number 1 seems the sensible and uncontroversial choice. I'll use Roman numerals actually, instant list credibility.

2012: Albums of the Year

25. 2:54 - 2:54

Listen to: Revolving, You're Early

24. Band of Skulls - Sweet Sour

Listen to:  Sweet Sour, The Devil Takes Care of His Own, Lay My Head Down