With voting limited to comments, there were significantly fewer votes this round, but each of the 4 bands or artists still saw multiple votes cast in their direction. Here's how the voting finished up.

Band of Horses - 15
Ingrid Michaelson - 4
The Black Keys - 2
The Killers - 2

So there you have it. The winner of the 2011 tournament for Best Band or Artist of the Last Decade goes to Band of Horses. Clearly Mat Brooke and Ben Bridwell have some exceptionally dedicated fans. Thanks again to everyone who took the time to vote. I hope some of you discovered some new music you enjoyed as a result of this tournament.

COMING UP!
Keep an eye on this blog for frequent music related updates. Occasionally I'll play host to other tournaments, comment on current music news, review new albums, or perhaps post an artist interview every once in a while. Cecelia Martinez and Tom Caprood are contributors as well so look out for their updates from time to time too.

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