Archie Bronson Outfit: Derdang Derdang

With up and coming acts like The Subways and Arctic Monkeys, the UK may be the grounds for the another indie rock revival, and Archie Bronson Outfit is more proof of this trend. Their angular guitar sound is complemented by the quick staccato tempo of Franz Ferdinand, gut-wrenching vocals, and a vast array of instrumentation.

They’ve drawn comparisons to everything from bits of Radiohead to The Beachwood Sparks and Modest Mouse, which is impressive in its own right. But forget about comparisons, and instead focus on this trio’s high level of energy and the creative juices that spill forth from the proverbial musical sausage that is Derdang Derdang.

Their guitar tones are beautiful, the vocals crack and hover just above distress with a perfect balance, and the drums are solid. This combination could send the band skyrocketing to success.

- Chris Smith
Archie Bronson Outfit (Domino Records)