It's the classic story of boy meets girl and form an electro indie duo. High Places are Mary Pearson and Robert Barber, who met in 2005 while Mary was amidst getting a music degree in bassoon performance and Rob was teaching at an art school. The former moved to New York in 2006, they picked a band name, Pitchfork gave them some love, and the rest is history. Catch them tonight at (Le) Poisson Rouge, before they take off on tour. more ›

Fleet Foxes came to town this week, riding a wave of slightly understated buzz into a sold-out Bowery Ballroom. The band was excellent, playing jams off their critically acclaimed record and constantly thanking the crowd for showing them so much love. Those in attendance were remarkably supportive of the act, especially considering the often indifferent attitude our local crowds often take. Between songs, they hooted and hollered from the first note, while staying deathly silent during -- letting the band's complicated harmonies and mellow sounds shine through. While frontman Robin Pecknold was a little under the weather, with a brutal cough during breaks, you could never tell from listening to them. It was about as close to perfect as a show at Bowery could be. A great first impression for a stunning new band. more ›