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Song of the Day #2,220: ‘Everything is Awesome’ – Tegan & Sara

lego_movieThe LEGO Movie is the happiest surprise of the year so far. What could have been a crass attempt to market an already over-exposed toy line is instead a witty, wise and subversive burst of ecstatic filmmaking.

This kids’ movie is both the funniest and one of the most profound films of the year. It’s also the most visually impressive, with every inch of the frame put to brilliant use.

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Song of the Day #2,034: ‘Closer’ – Tegan & Sara

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Arcade Fire’s ‘Reflektor’ tied for 11th on the Villahe Voice Pazz & Jop poll. I featured the song on my own year-end countdown, only the second track I’ve had in common with this critics’ list (the first being Haim’s ‘The Wire’).

In the 13th spot is Tegan & Sara’s ‘Closer.’ I’m curious to hear this song, because I’ve read a fair bit about it.

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