The Harbor

This is another recent noisetrade discovery.  This super chill ambient duo is from Austin, TX.  I'd compare them somewhat to Explosions in the Sky, but they have lyrics (which are very solid).  On top of the ambient vibe, they also take the best elements from the alternative rock genre.  The lead singer has a really ethereal voice, and the layering background instruments, particularly the picked guitar, really complement it well.  Their music is deeply powerful, in my opinion.  Definitely listen to their EP, which is available on their noisetrade; it's excellent.