By Lacey Jane Pappas

Welcome to September! I’m excited to highlight this month’s music scene, as there are lots of fantastic bands sopping by SLC. Do yourself a favor and get out and see live music. You’ll be happy you did. Here are my picks for this month:

If you like Beck, try Portland natives Blitzen Trapper at Kilby Court on September 11. With staggered rhythms and bits of twang, this band is definitely worth checking out—especially if alt country is fast becoming your favorite music genre. (Like me.)

Listen here. Suggested track: “Preachers”

For something totally diverse, tune into the pop-transforming, energy-packed, synthesizing troupe CSS. The Brazilian band is tired of being sexy. (CSS is the abbreviation for “Cansei de ser sexy.” Portuguese for … you guessed it.) Check them out at In the Venue on September 15; they’re playing with Tilly and the Wall, to sweeten the deal.

Listen here. Suggested track: “Give Up”

Show me a band with cello and violin, and I’m all ears. Add hummable melodies and catchy beats, and I’m in love. Meet Ra Ra Riot. They’re not as heavy as the name implies—rather, the sound is lullaby-ish with a nice balance of beats. Ra-ra with them on September 17 at Kilby Court.

Listen here. Suggested track: “Dying is Fine”

Dr. Dog‘s newest album, “Fate,” has been on repeat over here for a while. The Philadelphia act brings out-of-the-box tracks that feature longing lyrics, experimental melodies and unusual rhythms. If you’re in a music funk, make an appointment with this doc on September 26 at the Urban Lounge.

Listen here. Suggested track: “The Breeze”

And last but certainly not least, Icelandic speculate Sigur Ros will be playing at Saltair on September 28. They’re the perfect soundtrack band, as their songs are filled with cool energy and substance. We’ve heard wonders about their live shows. Do yourself a favor and check ‘em out.

Listen here. Suggested track: “Festival”

Coming Up:

• Stephen Malkmus & The Jicks on Nov. 8. Tickets here.
• The Hotel Cafe Tour featuring Rachael Yamagata, Priscilla Ahn and Thao Nguyen on Nov. 12. Info here.
• Of Montreal on Nov. 17. Tickets here.

Here’s the rest:

Artist	When & Where	Ticket Price	How to Buy Tickets
The Ting Tings	Friday, September 12 W Lounge	$8.50	Click Here
Mt. Eerie	Thursday, September 4 Kilby Court	$12.75	Click Here
Tim Finn	Thursday, September 4 Bar Deluxe	$24.25	Click Here
Centro-Matic	Monday, September 8 The Urban Lounge	$12.75	Click Here
Blitzen Trapper	Thursday, September 11 Kilby Court	$12.75	Click Here
TV on the Radio	Saturday, September 13 In the Venue	$21.00	Click Here
CSS w/ Tilly & the Wall	Monday, September 15 In the Venue	$19.25	Click Here
Ra Ra Riot	Wednesday, September 17 Kilby Court	$12.75	Click Here
Dr. Dog	Friday, September 26 The Urban Lounge	$12.75	Click Here
Sigur Ros	Sunday, September 28 Saltair	$27.00	Click Here
Cold War Kids	Thursday, October 2 In the Venue	$18.75	Click Here
Margot and The Nuclear So & So’s	Friday, October 3 Kilby Court	$12.75	Click Here
Silver Jews	Saturday, October 4 The Urban Lounge	$15.25	Click Here

  

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