Wish List, Loop Line (self-issued)

This Minneapolis indie rock band gives us a nice pair of modern power-pop songs for 2012. "We Know Santa's Real" is a mid-tempo affirmation of faith in the jolly old elf, and "I Want a Surfboard (For Christmas)" is a suitable homage to the Beach Boys in their 50th anniversary year. It's on Bandcamp, so stream it or download it.