WED NOV 29-FRI DEC 1
The Orwells w/Pixies; Roseland, 8 NW 6thBorn in the suburbs of Chicago, the Orwells have quietly taken the indie rock world by storm. Following the success of their 2012 debut, Remember When, the band released two albums on Atlantic Records, 2014âs Disgraceland and 2017âs Terrible Human Beings. Their latest updates classic rock ânâ roll, but doesnât shift the focus away from frontman Mario Cuomoâs raspy voice. With its rambling, rambunctious energy, Terrible Human Beings sounds exactly how it feels to be young and reckless.
SAT DEC 2
Skating Polly w/Starcrawler, Skelevision; Analog CafĂ© 720 SE HawthorneSkating Polly is the stepsister duo of Peyton Bighorse and Kelli Mayo, whose captivating, commanding energy manifests in fuzz-tinged garage punk. They recently caught the attention of Veruca Saltâs Nina Gordon and Louise Pose, who collaborated with the sisters on their latest EP, New Trick. Itâs an example of Skating Pollyâs growth and development since forming in Oklahoma City in 2009, but moves forward without losing their distinct voices.
SUN DEC 3
Sales w/Chaos Chaos; Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE MilwaukieThough Sales plays lo-fi bedroom pop, the Florida duo brings a jolt of youthful vigor to the subdued genre. Singer Lauren Morgan has a spellbinding voice that fits seamlessly into the bandâs drum machine beats. Salesâ new single, âTalk a Lot,â is their most radio-ready yet, with polished production and a lush melody.