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Words by Joseph Ransom

Next Saturday (July, 31), local indie good guys, The Grownup Noise, begin their fifth national DIY tour at The Lizard Lounge in Cambridge. The tour coincides with the release of new EP, "Shall We?" and will take the band the length and breadth of the country. Having not taken to the road since last summer, the Boston natives are, once again, ready to take off on an admirably self-organized and unique odyssey.
Thumbnail image for lovelang.jpgAn impressive range of talent treaded the boards at TT's in Cambridge on Wednesday night. The lyrical wit of veteran performer, David Dondero, the continued success of local favorites, Mean Creek, and a coming out party for a rejuvenated, The Love Language, were all displayed at times last night.
chromeo_MG_6732.jpgCanadian-born, electro-funk duo Chromeo will be coming to Boston July 30 to promote the release of their third studio album, "Business Casual." The pop duo are known for their groovy dance moves and the tasteful way they weave humor into their music. Dance bands Neon Indian and Telephoned are opening for the Boston show.

I was able to chat with P-Thugg while the guys were touring through Serbia. We talked about music, dancing, and "being cool."

Wavves Pass Through Great Scott

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wavves.jpgWords by Joseph Ransom

San Diego three-piece Wavves brought their distorted beach punk sound to Great Scott Tuesday night. The gig marked the band's first show of their US tour, giving the Allston crowd an early chance to hear material from the forthcoming album King of the Beach (due out August 6).
jeremymesser.jpgWords by Jen Brown

Minnesotan Jeremy Messersmith greeted 100-person crowd with playful sarcasm and vibrant baroque songs off his latest release, The Reluctant Graveyard, at Berklee's Cafe 939 last night. Touring band Kaiser Cartel and local musician Vikesh Kapoor opened.