Leaves in the River by Sea Wolf

These days, it's hard to find new indie bands with an original sound — but that's exactly what you'll find on Leaves in the River by Sea Wolf ($11). The band's first LP is filled with interesting arrangements, elegantly descriptive lyrics, and a laid-back folk sound that's both organic, familiar, and fresh all at once. Standout tracks: "Leaves in the River," "Middle Distance Runner," "The Cold, The Dark, & The Silence."