Have you seen this costumed troupe of musicians playing '20s ragtime around town lately? The Xylopholks don furry animal gear during their unofficial gigs underground, their outfits range from Cookie Monster to a pink gorilla. This Friday catch them at Rockwood Music Hall, and if you're lucky you'll see them on your commute sometime as well—they just received a permit to (legally) play. more ›

The bleak underground recently got a little brighter with the Xylopholks (who you've seen here before). The ragtime-playin' troupe dons colorful, furry costumes while they play in the subway system, including a Cookie Monster, a chicken, a pink gorilla, and a skunk. They recently talked to Flavorpill about the upcoming humid season, and said, "When we first started out, Pinky (Bridget) thought about doing a swimsuit version for the summer." This might even draw more attention from the cops, however, who have already nabbed them for playing illegally. Check out their style in the video... more ›