Lodge-Mastered Bands Featured On Stereogum's Best of 2010!

December is the time of year for lists: lists to Santa, gift lists for relatives/friends and, if you're on the internet with any regularity, a lot of 2010 favorites lists. As the new year fast approaches, we've noticed a few Lodge projects have made their way onto some pretty awesome "best of" lists!

Popular music publication Stereogum recently compiled a "Top 50 Albums of 2010" as well as a "40 Best New Bands of 2010" list, both featuring Lodge alumn! Check out our hightlights below!

Stereogum Top 50 Albums of 2010 view here!

Lower Dens - Twin Hand Movement - #42

The Morning Benders - Big Echo - #36

Twin Shadow - Forget - #33

Tamaryn - The Waves - #24

Vampire Weekend - Contra - #07

Sleigh Bells - Treats - #06

Stereogum's 40 Best New Bands of 2010 view here!

Givers

Lower Dens

Tamaryn

Tanlines

Teengirl Fantasy

Givers Dubbed "Band To Watch"!

Just a couple of months ago, Louisiana pop quintet the Givers stopped by The Lodge to master their debut full length with Joe LaPorta.Though the album has yet to be released, the band has been touring incessantly since the release of their 2009 EP, catching the attention of critics and fans alike with their eclectic and upbeat music and performances. Popular online music hub Stereogum was impressed enough to feature the Givers as their Band To Watch this week! Click here to visit the page and listen to two fantastic songs from their upcoming album. Also, read the Givers charming interview with Spinner magazine after a rockin showcase at Austin's famous SXSW music festival here.

Following up their 2009 string of shows with eccentric indie stars the Dirty Projectors, the Givers are planning another awesome tour this fall, sharing the stage with NY rock band Ra Ra Riot - keep an eye out for a show near you!