Since the Independent Music Awards have only been around for a few years, not many people know about it. However, since the award ceremony does honor those DIY artists who deserve as much honor as Grammy nominees, there are always a few exciting judges on the panel.

This year, Tom Waits will return with his wife to judge and She and Him‘s Zooey Deschanel and M.Ward will be joining them this year. Other noteworthy judges include Black Keys members, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney, Aimee Mann, The Apples in Stereo, and Le Tigre‘s JD Samson.

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Does anyone remember the awesome dance-punk band, Le Tigre? Well you should, because the trio’s many political anthems for the feminist and LGBT community were addictive as smack. (TKO-Oh!) The nearly five-year hiatus since their last album, This Island, has caused speculation over the group’s existence. However, band member, Hanna, clarified any rumors with a blog post titled “LE TIGRE DID NOT BREAK UP.”

Now fans be certain that the band still exists because word through Perez Hilton is that all three members are currently working with Christina Aguilera! According to Pitchfork, Aguilera has been collaborating with all sorts of artists we approve of such as Goldfrapp, Ladytron, and Sia. Perhaps the talented pop star is crossing over into indie acts to separate herself from Lady Gaga as much as possible? Whatever the reason is, we’re glad she picked Le Tigre because they’re rad! What do you think of this team-up? For it? Against it? Vote below to let us know!

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