Jim Noir

Jim's eponymous second album is one of the most expansive pop records you'll hear this year. His music has always been a melee of different styles and influences, and this album sees him delving more into his electronic side and going further with melody and vocals than before. Look for him at SXSW. "Noir's elaborately multi-tracked recordings make his gentle bitching irresistible. He writes killer songs" - Blender.