I was first introduced to Alex Lloyd several years ago, when his quiet masterpiece Watching Angels Mend was released. Hailing from Austrailia, Lloyd expertly crafts pop songs in the same vein as Neil Finn, whose wife Sharon actually lent vocal duties to Alex's last album. Uncannily mixing a sound that is both sonically strict with layered guitars, mega-lush choruses, and heavy-hearted melodies,Lloyd's music is perfectly suited for those quiet, contemplative moments. With a bottle of Jack Daniels, natch. For your listening (dis)pleasure, an unreleased gem from Lloyd's last tour. Check out his new album "Alex Lloyd" scheduled for release this October.

Alex Lloyd: Rain