The Current plays new music every day, and this year we had the opportunity to introduce our listeners (and ourselves!) to countless talented new bands and musicians. According to our Top 89 poll this year, some of them stood out to you in particular. Here are your picks for the best new artists of 2012.

1. Alt J

2. Lumineers

3. Father John Misty

4. Of Monsters and Men

5. Alabama Shakes

6. JD McPherson

7. Frank Ocean

8. John Mark Nelson

9. Django Django

10. First Aid Kit

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