Fleet Foxes were amazing live when I saw them at the Roundhouse earlier this year. Try and get to see them this summer. One of the best voices I have ever heard.
Some other modern bands to check out (not necessarily all in a similar style to Foxes, but good music none the less):
- The National - Some great songs and a very unique sound. Maybe not for everyone, but have a listen to the album 'Boxer'.
- The Black Keys - A blues band from the States. Their early stuff is really raw and they have some great tunes and riffs. Check out the album 'Modern Times'.
- Cherry Ghost - Old school songwriting, sometimes veering towards the contrived, but still good nonetheless. His self titled debut is worth a listen.
- Ray LaMontagne - An unashamedly classic songwriter, his album 'Till the Sun Turns Back' is fantastic. His latest album is not so good.
- Sufjan Stevens - Experimental indie-folk. Sound interesting? It is. His album 'Illinois' is one of my favourite ever records.
- Bat for Lashes - A bjorkesk singer with some really interesting stuff. Her new album 'Two Suns' is fantastic.