10 bands we want to hear from in 2012

Arcade Fire

 We know Arcade Fire has been extremely busy with all the concerts they've attended this year, but it's about time they released a new album. Maybe it's too early, since they take 3 years no more no less to make them, but this great alternative band from Quebec could surprise us anytime.

Placebo

 Let's get things clear. Some people might hate Placebo's absolute change of style. Before, it was depressive, it was raw and it was completely suffocating. Now, it's all about finding the light, the hope... They somehow managed to make it obscurely bright. It has been a risky but major advancement for the band. I really hope they bring us something new this year, because their last album left me hungry.

Deftones:

 The album Diamond Eyes was an absolute blast. It was as violent as ever, but it was also the most melodic of them all, without going too much on the commercial side. They weren't stepping into new ground, but it sounded differently, without losing absolutely anything that made Deftones such a blast.

John Frusciante:

 We haven't heard much from Frusciante, other than he was planning to do something with a Mars Volta member. Other than that, there aren't any news on Red Hot's ex-guitarist. We hope that his separation from the band encourages him to write a new album that will hopefully punch "I'm With You" in the face.

The Killers:

 I know that probably all of the fans who liked the Killers during Sam's Town and Hot Fuss locked themselves in the room when they listened to the new album, but it's never too late to get back to the roots of what made this previously indie band such an excellent one.

Hybrid:

 You probably don't know this band, but those who know about it will probably tell you that "Disappear Here" is an album that perfectly combines electronics with beautiful vocals. The addition of Charlotte James to the band makes up for a flawlessly produced album that you'll never forget. This is why we want a new one, because the previous one blew our brains out.

Wolfmother:

 In a musical era where everything is heavily produced and completely bashed with electronics, Wolfmother successfully manages to resist the temptation of mounting on the bandwagon. When we heard their self-titled debut album, we thought they couldn't get better. Then wham, in the face, Cosmic Egg. We hope the band comes up with an album soon, because we're all desperately asking for it.

Mumford & Sons:

 Their debut album completely rocked our world. It was a folkish, shakespeare inspired piece that couldn't be more impeccable. Its acoustic sound is chilling but completely overwhelming. It transmits so much power so impeccably and quietly; we simply cannot wait for the next album..

Muse:

 Muse has been quite some time in the music industry already, and each and every album they've made has been marvelous. They've been a really active band, playing in tons of shows and concerts, but we think it's time they come up with another album.

Porcupine Tree:

 Their last album was perhaps a bit hard to digest, but in the long run it was an excellent one. This time they adopted a much more potent metal-inspired sound. Again, it sounds unusual in the beginning, but after a couple of replays you'll figure out it's an enjoyable album through and through. I'm a great fan of Porcupine Tree and I'd be unmanageably enthusiastic if I see a new Porcupine Tree album coming up this year.