Some bands/musicians that really inspire me are Flowers Taped to Pens, The Newfound Interest in Connecticut, The Brave Little Abacus, Foxtails, Matt Pollock, Tim Kinsella, NNAMDÏ, Your Arms Are My Cocoon, and Snowing; among many, many others.
Joan of Arc – A Portable Model of... and How Memory Works
These are both excellent records. Really something super special and unique.
Spencer Radclife and R.L. Kelly – Brown Horse
"My Song" changed my life the first time i heard it. Spencer Radcliffe will forever be the GOAT.
Street Smart Cyclist – Discography
This album is so, so, so good and the band is so locked in. It's actually crazy. "Kiss Kitty" and "We Lack Science" are among the best emo songs ever written.
Morning Effort – i heard you the first time, it just wasn't funny
Everything they've touched is gold, but if I were to choose a particular Matt Pollock project as my favorite, I would have to say Morning Effort. This album has a very tangible atmosphere and Matt's lyrics are incredibly poignant like always. Required listening for depressed high schoolers.
American Football – EP, Year One Demos, and LP1 Demos
Joe Shlabotnik – We're in Your Hands, Lady Q
Bone Phase – Alphabet Jim
These are a few of my favorite concert videos