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Gary Calamar’s Top 10 Songs of 2012

I know we’re about to start the second week of 2013, but there’s nothing wrong with a little extra reflection on the best of 2012. Love seeing a few local…

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By Rachel Reynolds • Jan 6, 2013 • 1 min read

I know we’re about to start the second week of 2013, but there’s nothing wrong with a little extra reflection on the best of 2012. Love seeing a few local artists on here! Check out KCRW DJ Gary Calamar’s favorite tracks of the year:

1. Best Coast – “The Only Place”

2. David Byrne & St. Vincent – “Who”

3. Palmyra Delran – “You’re My Brian Jones”

4. Family Of The Year – “Hero”

5. Father John Misty – “Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sings”

6. First Aid Kit – “Emmylou”

7. Ian Hunter – “When I’m President”

8. JJamz – “Suicide Pact”

9. Metric – “Breathing Underwater”

10. Bruce Springsteen – “Rocky Ground”

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    Rachel Reynolds

    Producer, 'Morning Becomes Eclectic'

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