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Gary Calamar’s Top 10 Songs of 2012

Written by Rachel Reynolds Jan. 05, 2013

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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