Recommend...

[photoxfetish]

Something similar to Mutemath...
Or anything really. Just no screamo.

[Deadbolt23]

As Tall As Lions
Moving Mountains
The Dear Hunter
The Decemberists
Grizzly Bear
Manchester Orchestra
Sufjan Stevens
Bat For Lashes
Andrew Bird
Wild Beasts
Portugal. The Man
The Hush Sound
Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground
Arcade Fire
The Antlers
The Reign Of Kindo
Bon Iver


I can give you a bit of a lowdown of what the bands are like as well, if you want.

[photoxfetish]

Wow that's a lot. Yeah, knowing a little bit about 'em... would be great.

[tdunks523]

receiving end of sirens are good
the mars volta are really good

[Deadbolt23]

As Tall As Lions - Dan Nigro's vocals are just superb. A very laid back, chilled band. Lovely to listen to.
Listen to: Stab City, I'm Kicking Myself, Circles

Moving Mountains - Amazing soundscapes, and a great range of vocals that always fit the music perfectly.
Listen to: Cover the Roots Lower the Stems, Sol Solis, Ode to Which We Will Bury Ourselves

The Dear Hunter - An amazingly creative and talented band. Each song is sonically different, but tied to together with repeaated themes and motifs. Often incorporating bluesy elements.
Listen to: The Lake and The River, The Pimp and The Priest, Saved

The Decemberists - Colin creates riveting stories, and switches from quietly serene, to a folky-rocky blend. They are always beautiful.
Listen to: The Rake's Song, The Hazards of Love 4 (The Drowned), O Valencia!

Grizzly Bear - Absolutely perfect music. Every single sound is planned to perfection, and adds to the music. They may take a few listens to 'get', but it is definitely worthwhile.
Listen to: I Live in You, While You Wait For The Others, Two Weeks

Manchester Orchestra - The characters that are created to convey the emotions, are utterly amazing. Amazing while loud, and amazing while quiet. I can find no fault to this band.
Listen to: Where Have You Been, Shake It Out, I Can Feel A Hot One

Sufjan Stevens - Really beautiful music, incorporating orchestral elements with an amazing voice. It all comes together so perfectly.
Listen to: Chicago, To Be Alone With You, John Wayne Gacy Jr.

Bat For Lashes - Natasha has a spectacular voice, and the ability to move me like no one else. She can really convey her emotions.
Listen to: Daniel, The Siren's Song, Glass

Andrew Bird - Choosing his words for the sound over their meaning, Andrew Bird is astounding to listen to. And also a great whistler.
Listen to: Not a Robot But a Ghost, Anonanimal

Wild Beasts - A charming and intriguing band. Hayden Thorpe has an amazing, inviting voice.
Listen to: All The King's Men, We Still Got the Taste Dancin' On Our Tongue

Portugal. The Man - They are always changing up their sound, and they bring out an album every time I blink. The vocal harmonies are my favourite part of this band.
Listen to: Salt, And I, How The Leopard Got It's Spots

The Hush Sound - Really bluesy, piano-rock. Listening to this band is like a breath of fresh air. Be prepared to fall in love with Greta Salpeter.
Listen to: The Boys are Too Refined, Hurricane

Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground - Amazing jazz/funk band. The songs never take me where I expect, and I love it.
Listen to: Hey Momma, Night of the Star-Child's Funk, Bowie the Desert Pea

Arcade Fire - Amazing. If you haven't heard this band, then you are missing out.
Listen to: Wake up, Crown of Love, Keep the Car Running

The Antlers - Hauntingly beautiful. This band takes me on an achingly amazing journey over and over again.
Listen to: Two, Kettering

The Reign Of Kindo - Enchanting music. It makes me feel like I'm running through a jazzy-dream.
Listen to: The Moments In Between, Breathe Again, Something in the Way You Are

Bon Iver - Amazing winter music. It's the little details he sings about, that make his lyrics amazing.
Listen to: Blood Bank, Blindsided, Skinny Love

[sodamnclever]

Since you said anything, listen to You, Me, and Everyone We Know (http://www.myspace.com/youmeandeveryoneweknow).

I'm pretty sure I recommend them to anyone who posts a rec. thread. Really not the genre you're looking for, but they make some quality music.

[sir j kelso]

i'll recommend a killer new band called Revelry. they play some pretty sick tunes...and write some pretty tasty lyrics. check them out!!!! www.myspace.com/revelrytheband

[incorrigiblean]

haha, well since you said anything... A Fire Inside! (afireinside.net). I've been in love with them forever. Some of their old stuff has some scremo, so you might not like that, but their latest CD is scream-free. And their lyrics are amazing!

[eileeeeeen]

The Venetia Fair - http://shar.es/aOBHX