If you just made one stylish attempt, you'd be convincing
Anyone want to see these shows with me?
White Rabbits
Wed, 2/18 or Thurs, 2/19
Mercury Lounge
$12
This band is like a less-famous Vampire Weekend (i.e. preppy kids using surprising exotic beats), but with more of a sinister carnival vibe.
Kid on My Shoulders - White Rabbits
Cold War Kids
Friday, 4/3
Terminal 5
$22
CWK were the indie blog darlings in 2006, which means they were the indie blog backlash targets in 2007, but either way, I still like them. Their sound is similar to White Rabbits, reminiscent of barroom piano, but more deconstructed.
We Used to Vacation - Cold War Kids
I've seen both of these bands live, and they're solid. Annie: You had White Rabbits on your mix; whaddaya say? (Oh, and I tried not to let the Walkmen music video affect my voting. ;^P)