"Bright Whites" - Kishi Bashi

It's always nice when masterful music is accompanied by a masterful video, and Kishi Bashi's Bright Whites falls in both categories.  When you listen to this, you can't help but feel great, and even optimistic, making it a perfect song to help kick-off the new year.  It was definitely one of the best songs of 2012.  A veteran in his field, K. Ishibashi helped found Jupiter One, and tours alongside Regina Spektor and Of Montreal.  Enjoy the sounds and support the artist.  His album 151a is truly amazing to listen through.