Power-pop quartet YAWN is a band to look out for, joining the league of electronic experimental acts such as Yeasayer, Animal Collective and Of Montreal. One tribal layer after the other, they are a sonic trip to outer-space, delving in and out of other dimensions. Their debut album Open Season is 11 solid tracks of that weird musical voodoo that entrances you and gets stuck in your head for hours on end. The album has a firm grasp on all things weird but utterly enjoyable. Beyond their experimental appeal, they’re ridiculously talented live performers. I had the pleasure of seeing them a few days ago in San Diego, opening for the Kooks and it was an awesomely ethereal experience. Their trippy voice loops and multidimensional tribal effect is even better live. They bring a wonderful energy to the stage and it was fun to watch the audience get sucked into their universe. Overall, they’re cool dudes making cool music. You’ll be seeing more of these guys around. Spread the love.
