Best single of 2009?

Micachu and the Shapes - Lips



Michael Hann of the Guardian thinks so... and I see his point (though I like my pop songs longer than 1:20... but that's just me). It is great intricate pop, without sounding contrived or pretentious. I couldn't even start to try and deconstruct the song to tell what instruments (or household-items-turned-instrument) have been used. It's just lovely... and short.

First single, of the Jewellery (Rough Trade) album, Golden Phone is equally brilliant by the way (and 2:49 long, hooray!).

Micachu - Golden Phone



Other gems (get it? get it?) include Calculator, Just In Case and Curly Teeth... actually, just go out and buy the album! It's the best pop you'll hear all year.