I simultaneously dread and eagerly anticipate the end of each year and its obligatory best-of selections. This year more than any other I tried to force myself beyond my comfort zone of indie rock and indie pop, with surprisingly pleasant results. My Top 5, listed below in no particular…

CRX, Streets of Laredo 8 p.m., Saturday Slim’s Tickets: $16-$40.95 Traditional Thanksgiving celebrations involve families coming together around the table, expressing gratitude for their blessings. It is a thoroughly American holiday, so how does a transplant New Zealander family celebrate? “This is the first time we’ve been touring over…