Local artists The Chambermaids are lead by sibling duo Neil and Martha Weir. They released their debut self-titled album on Modern Radio Records in 2006.

Alt-rock icons Cracker unleashed a collection of new songs this year with the release of their latest album "Sunrise In The Land Of Milk And Honey."

Zee Avi's music career began after she posted a video of her first song on YouTube for a friend, who had missed her first performance in Kuala Lumpur. After recognizing her online popularity, Brushfire Records signed Zee in 2008.

Though first finding his footing in writing music for movies, Pete Yorn's folky songwriting has grown far from the silver screen.

Vampire Hands might be the Twin Cities' best kept music secret. The four-piece started out in 2004 and have since gone on to release four recordings and complete four national tours.

Passion Pit hit the floor running ever since their Valentine's Day inspired formation several years ago.

Natasha Khan has been sharing her mystical brand of Fearless songwriting and composition as Bat for Lashes since 2005.

Brothers Jim and Mike Blaha, along with Dave Roper, started The Blind Shake and released their first recording in 2004. They have gone on to release two full length albums and a handful of 7" records.

Brooklyn's Obits debuted about a year and a half ago. While the band hasn't been around that long, the members are seasoned veterans of the punk scene.

Fresh off the release of 'By The Throat,' Eyedea and Abilities perform live in The Current's studio.