Ryan’s Picks June 2009

White Rabbits
It’s frightening how far the White Rabbits have come since their last album. Out of the Big Apple by way of the Mid West, the White Rabbits are sure to get you moving with their new track “Percussion Gun.” Catch them this year at All Points West music festival.
Listen to: “Percussion Gun” & “Rudie Fails”

Handsome Furs
Husband and wife duo Dan Boeckner (of Wolf Parade) and Alexei Perry are the Handsome Furs. With an electro-rock vibe and tasty melodies, this group is making hometown Montreal proud. In March they released their sophomore album Face Control, which was inspired by their Eastern European tour.
Listen to: “Legal Tender” & “I’m Confused”
Silversun Pickups
Recently releasing their 2009 album, Swoon, the Silversun Pickups do it again. Lead singer Brian Aubert’s distinct voice goes hand in hand with the loud guitars creating a true alt-rock sound.
Listen to: “Panic Switch” & “Theres No Secrets This Year”

Gringo Star
Atlanta boys Gringo Star know rock and roll. With their gritty/psychedelic rock sound Gringo Star was the talk of the town at last years CMJ music fest. All four members play a wide variety of instruments and trade off periodically throughout their live sets.
Listen to: “All Ya’ll” & “I Will Not Follow”

Lykke Li
Lykke Li Zachrisson aka Lykke Li is a Swedish pop artist who has gained a lot of popularity for her unique vocals and catchy rhythms. In summer of 2008 she released her first LP titled Youth Novels, which was produced and co-written with Björn Yttling of Peter Bjorn and John.
