I never knew there was a music section here in MU.

Anyways, it seems like there are many posts regarding Asian music, so I thought that I should encourage people to try listening to English and American bands. I fell in love with some of them, and listening to their songs separate me from the stressful environment I am in constant battle with.

As an alternative music appreciator, I was thinking about listening to more artists of the same genre. I am already aware that there are sites where you can search these kind of stuff, but I am hoping to get answers from you guys, the MU community.

-Coldplay (Alternative rock)
-Radiohead (Alternative rock)
-Gorillaz (Alternative rock)
-Vampire Weekend (Indie rock)
-Phoenix (Indie rock)

(I have already listened to songs by Muse and Maroon 5 -- awesome artists by the way -- if these were going to be your recommendations.)

I also appreciate any people who share the same interests as mine, and I hope to hear opinions about alternative music, artists, or just music in general.

EDIT:
I am already aware of MCR (My Chemical Romance), Green Day, and Linkin Park. I was first introduced to the world of music and realized my style in music thanks to them.

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If you like Vampire Weekend (which I see that you do), then listen to Phoenix!
And since you like Coldplay, I'm sure you'll like The Fray.
Some other indie bands that I love that you might also like: Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service, Ohbijou, Beirut (my favorite), Headlights

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Thanks for your recommendations, Pikapu.

I have listened to Phoenix, whose commendable talents as a remarkable college band I believe are comparable to those of Vampire Weekend, another one of my favorite bands.

I'll be sure to check out The Fray and your recommendations for indie music.

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OH! You're my music buddy! (Crap... this is long... and I still have more recommendations)

Uhmm... *shuffles through iTunes... (I second Death Cab for Cutie -- you gotta listen to their albums: Plans and Transatlanticism.)

U2 (British, alternative rock). I'm sure you've heard them on the radio. But I really REALLY appreciate their creations from the 80s. To give you an idea of how epic/anthemic their music is (which is similar to Coldplay's anthemic feel but not so artsy-album: Viva la Vida...), try their The Best of 1980–1990 -- I listened to this album on repeat for months... it's my fallback album. And I really like their new album: No Line On the Horizon. "Magnificent" was one of the songs that the crew played in the background before Coldplay went on stage for their Viva La Vida tour. 😀

The Mars Volta (American, experimental rock) -- their sound is similar to Radiohead (but they like to throw in surprises). I thought that De-Loused in the Comatorium was bad-@$%. A fair warning, don't listen to them on max or even medium on your speakers/earphones unless you want to become deaf... they like to start off mellow and suddenly BAM! Onslaught of drums, guitar, bass, and everything else.

One Republic deserves a mention. I was very impressed by their album: Dreaming Out Loud. It's got this mix of alternative, experimental, RnB, happy rock -- so every track has a different sound. Loved it!

Time for female vocals! Yeah Yeah Yeahs (American, indie rock). It's Blitz! is their newest album that is different from their previous works. It's more synthy-poppy... but it's fun!

Okay, I'm going to just list everyone else... sorry... but I realized I talk way too much...
Snow Patrol
Silversun Pickups
Peter Bjorn and John
Foo Fighters
Flight of the Conchords -- this is for pure fun.

I'm not sure where you're from, but if you're in the US, Pandora is a great site that attempts to suggest music that you like (it's a Music Genome Project). I found some artists from there too!

Franz Ferdinand or Lostprophets? I love Lostprophets myself. More their old stuff than their new, but yeah. Nickelback fit too I guess.

I recommend Keane and Hard-Fi as well.

@ hobbitelf518
I really appreciate your elaborate, constructive post.

It seems like Death Cab for Cutie plays heavily in my genre of music. I'll look into them.

I have definitely heard of U2 and listened to a couple of their songs. They give me the same feel as the songs by Coldplay and also learned that U2 was one of Coldplay's influencers after doing some research. I forgot to mention them in my first post.

Mm, more experimental rock, love it. I'll try listening to The Mars Volta. And thanks for the warning.

I have heard of OneRepublic but haven't gotten the chance to listen to their songs. Self-proclaimed, "genreless" band according to Wikipedia -- interesting.

More added to my list of artists I'm planning on listening to: Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Snow Patrol, Silversun Pickups, Peter Bjorn and John, Foo Fighters, Flight of the Conchords. I can't believe I haven't heard of these artists before. Time to do some research.

I'll look into Pandora as well. Thanks for your advice.

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since you like MCR you might perhaps like as well:

Billy Talent
Good Charlotte
Beatsteaks
Fall out Boy
Panic! at the Disco
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Papa Roach

I second Franz Ferdinand xD

not sure about them, hope you'll like some of those, if not it was worth a try^^

There's nothing to see here. Proceed with what you were doing or throw rainbows at random pedestrians.

Hmm, I haven't listened much to western music in the last year or so... I definitely second Franz Ferdinand though. Some of the bands I used to listen to on my itunes include:

• Arctic Monkeys (an artist similar in style, I suppose, is Jamie T)
• The Kooks
• Razorlight
• The Fratellis
• Glasvegas
• Keane
• Manic Street Preachers
• Klaxons
• Kaiser Chiefs
• The Enemy
• Snow Patrol

Another artist I enjoy (though not classed as alternative) is Paolo Nutini.

Thanks, leloMew and BurningFish.

I have added your recommendations to my list, no worries. I recognize a couple of artists (Arctic Monkeys, Red Hot Chili Peppers), so it seems like the rest fit into the genre as well.

I just listened to Franz Ferdinand's Take Me Out, and I love it.

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I don't think these two bands have been mentioned yet
Mute Math
Anberlin

EDIT: Just thought I'd throw these 2 in as well
Fall of Troy
Queens Club

Brushing my teeth today, I just remembered that if you like Phoenix, you most likely will like The Temper Trap (Australian band). Here's an idea: "Sweet Disposition".

I also heard very VERY favorable reviews from my friends about the 500 Days of Summer (soundtrack). Being a big fan of indie music, this may be a good way to be introduced to new bands!

I noticed that lots have recommended Franz Ferdinand -- and I agree... they're fun!!! And Anberlin gets thumbs up from me too!

I'll post more as I listen to more music.