Monday. Sept. 23 Arctic Monkeys @ Riviera
The Brit-rock foursome is no longer simply worried about who looks good on the dance floor. With 2011’s “Suck It and See” and this year’s “AM,” the Arctic Monkeys have forged a moodier, more mature sound while maintaining their sultry, fun-loving roots. Chicago’s own kid-punks Twin Peaks, who recently performed at Riot Fest, will open.
Thursday, Sept. 26 Foxygen @ Lincoln Hall
The California duo blends classic psych rock with darling singer-songwriter elements – think Tame Impala meets Wilco packed into condensed bedroom pop. Foxygen’s early 2013 release “We Are The 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace and Magic” pushed them into indie fame and garnered much acclaim across the blogosphere.
Thursday, Sept. 26 The xx @ Aragon Ballroom
The British trio warranted critical acclaim for their 2009 self-titled album with their brand of moody and minimalistic synth pop. The xx have since gone on to release 2012’s “Coexist,” and beat maker Jamie xx has further explored his solo work as a producer. The elegant Aragon Ballroom provides a fitting backdrop for their sedative and “droney” work.
Saturday, Sept. 28 Wavves, King Tuff @ Park West
Nathan Williams seems to have matured quite a bit since the “Post Acid” days of Wavves’ 2010 release “King of the Beach.” The stoner surf rock outfit’s latest LP “Afraid of Heights” marks a slightly darker shift in William’s songwriting, without sacrificing their fun-loving roots. Wavves is accompanied by garage rocker King Tuff.
Saturday, Sept. 28 Pink Frost, Outer Minds @ Empty Bottle
The Chicago shoe-gazing alt-rockers Pink Frost recently gained attention from “Pitchfork” and “Spin” with their second fulllength