EPL Picks - Best of 2011 - Teen Movies and Music

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Build A Rocket Boys!
Build A Rocket Boys! By Elbow (Musical group) (Music CD - 2011) CD POP ROCK ELB Available in some Locations

Annotation:Whether you've been with this English rock band for the last 10 years or are new to them, this album will delight and inspire you with lovely simple songs such as Lippy Kids and others with their more typically epic harmonies.

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The Five Ghosts
The Five Ghosts By Stars (Musical group) (Music CD - 2010) CD POP ROCK STA Available in some Locations

Annotation:Musical alumni of Broken Social Scene, Montreal based band The Stars feature singers Torquil Campbell and Amy Millan and an eloquent indie mix of catchy beats and gorgeous vocals. If there is ever a movie made about my life, I hope they do the soundtrack.

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England Keep My Bones
England Keep My Bones By Turner, Frank (Music CD - 2011) CD POP ROCK TUR All copies in use. Availability details Holds: 1 on 4 copies

Annotation:British punk/folk singer Frank Turner's newest CD is fantastic mix of rocking rhythms, politically minded lyrics and beautiful melodies. Frank is spectacular to see live, if you ever get a chance.

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I Am Number Four
I Am Number Four (DVD - 2011) DVD TEEN I Available in some Locations Holds: 2 on 36 copies

Annotation:John is a 15 year old alien with special powers who's next on the hit list for intergalactic bounty hunters, and is played by hottie Alex Pettyfer. Dianna Agron (from Glee) is the amateur photographer John falls for. I Am Number Four is full of deliciously fun action, adventure and a little romance.

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Ceremonials
Ceremonials By Florence + the Machine (Musical group) (Music CD - 2011) CD POP ROCK FLO All copies in use. Availability details Holds: 26 on 35 copies

Annotation:Florence and her gut wrenching vocals are back with another transcendent CD featuring mystical pop, big beats and a gospel edge. Great for listening to late at night while the snow is falling and you can't sleep.

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Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World
Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World (DVD - 2010) DVD TEEN SCO Available in some Locations

Annotation:This ridiculously fun movie based on the graphic novel series stars indie favourite Michael Cera as the guitarist in the band Sex Bob-omb, who meets the girl of his dreams and her cast of evil exes (including the always hilarious Jason Schwartzman).

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Biophilia
Biophilia By Björk (Music CD - 2011) CD POP ROCK BJO Available in some Locations Holds: 2 on 8 copies

Annotation:Bjork's newest and groundbreaking CD combines music, technology, science and nature. It includes an "app album", and she even invented new musical instruments to record it!

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Lights of Endangered Species
Lights of Endangered Species By Good, Matthew (Music CD - 2011) CD POP ROCK GOO Available in some Locations

Annotation:Vancouver musician, blogger and activist Matt Good first had the idea to record this album, featuring extensive orchestral arrangements, a good 14 years ago. It features full bodied songs such as "Zero Orchestra" and the beautiful "Non Populus".

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The Runaways
The Runaways (DVD - 2010) DVD RUN Available in some Locations

Annotation:This coming of age biopic about the 1970s American all girl rock band who are best known for the song "Cherry Bomb" stars Kristen Stewart as Joan Jett and Dakota Fanning as Cherie Currie.

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The Secret of Kells
The Secret of Kells (DVD - 2010) DVD J SEC Available in some Locations

Annotation:Every frame of this Oscar nominated animated film looks like an illustrated masterpiece. Set in the 7th Century, it's the story of the creation of the illuminated Book of Kells. To help complete the magical book, Brendan must embark on a quest into an enchanted forest and survive barbarian raids.

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Some of the best teen albums from 2010 and 2011, according to the Teen Services Librarian. Whether you like folk, ambiant rock, indie or experimental music, there is something here for you! There are also some great movies to entertain you through the long winter months, including some comedy, some hottie boys and girls and a cool animated film!


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