The Top 30 MTL Songs of 2016

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15. “Brown Baby” by Brown

“Broke my own rule since there’s Dead Obies coming up, but I can’t pretend like I didn’t have this song’s hook stuck in my head for most of 2016.”

14. “Automatic” by Wolf Parade

“A no-frills re-introduction to one of Montreal’s finest bands.” (Alternate: “Blue Wave” by Operators.)

13. “Why I Love You” by CRi (feat. Ouri and Odile M.)

“Love isn’t always instant — sometimes it blooms after the perfect gradual build-up.”

12. “Mirror Held to the Flower” by Vesuvio Solo

“I’ve noticed that some love song lyrics from yesteryear that I used to enjoy can sound a little stalker-y today.”

11. “Pale Mal” by Poirier (feat. Fwonte)

“Dancehall had a big 2016, meaning Poirier and his collaborators were way ahead of the curve. As usual.”

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