Those who know me know I am a music fanatic.  I enjoy staying on top of trends in the industry, traveling to festivals throughout the year and accidentally distracting coworkers with the level of volume on my iTunes (yes, even on my headphones).  When the time came for me to submit my Hunter Public Relations blog entry, I thought it’d be fitting to share the top five live acts I have seen thus far in 2010.  If you don’t know these bands or have the opportunity to see them live, I highly recommend you do so… Without further ado:

1. The Black Keys – Central Park Summerstage/Terminal 5, NYC

My friends and I decided to embark on a journey to see the boys from Akron, OH twice in one night.  Many thought this was a silly endeavor, but it turned out to be the best show(s) I have seen this year.

2. Jay Z – Coachella, CA

Jay Z was a headliner at the Coachella music festival this spring and put on quite a show.  The highlight – his wife, Beyonce Knowles, joining him onstage to sing “Young Forever.”

3. The Strokes – Outside Lands, CA

Despite not having toured together in a number of years – these New York City boys are still as incredible as ever.

4. Vampire Weekend – Coachella, CA

Vampire Weekend’s music is lively and fun to dance to – when we checked them out at Coachella, we broke out some serious swimming dance moves!

5. LCD Soundsystem – Terminal 5, NYC

I had the opportunity to see LCD Soundsystem during their five-night stint in NYC.  The entire room vibrated from the number of people dancing and they’re rendition of “New York I Love You” was one of the most memorable performances of the year.

Rock On!

Christine