Yeah, "The Robots" is a personal favorite of mine.
Anyway.
Because it was mentioned in the 2009: Best Of thread...
Owl City - Ocean Eyes [2009]
Absolutely lovely indiepoptronica. If you're a fan, you need this. If you're not, one listen to "Cave In," "Umbrella Beach," or "On the Wing" will render you one forever. Highly recommended.
http://www.mediaf!re.com/?mhwgdjiymio
And then:
This local Seattle-area band has been making waves in the scene for a while. They recently played at Sasquatch!, have had multiple sets at Bumbershoot, and even toured with Lily Allen.
Natalie Portman's Shaved Head - Glistening Pleasure
They make lovely electropop with titles like "Me + Yr Daughter," "Holding Hands In The Shower," and "Beard Lust," and the best part? They're all 18 (if not younger). I played Ultimate against the lead singer and gave him a ride home after. He's pretty chill! Another highly recommended record.
http://www.mediaf!re.com/?mnktwmn3mmy