Phedre (via AOL Spinner)
Based off of the tragic character from Greek mythology, Phedre is comprised of April Aliermo and Daniel Lee of Hooded Fang, with support from Maylee Todd, Doldrums‘ Airick Woodhead and others. A Toronto indie rock supergroup of sorts, the band brought to life an ’80s-excess R&B space-rock opera with a gold lamé sensibility, if that’s possible to imagine. Flanked by a host of glittery masked backup dancers equipped with massive decorative fans, Phedre delivered their fantastical music on the smallish Sneaky Dee’s stage on Friday using tools like a filtering megaphone, all while directing a soma-induced crowd with floppy peacock feathers. — Jesse Ship
Christien Summers
Christien Summers was formed on a loving four year marriage between Fleetwood Mac, folk and ’80s new wave, as assimilated by Gareth Jones of the Cansecos and the breathy, fun-loving vocalist, Carol Lui. “I’m a new wave baby and I love a good dance party,” she told Spinner backstage after the band’s Saturday show at the Cameron House. Naturally, it turns out that disco is the glue that keeps their rhythms together, as many a sleazy Hustle-inducing beat were looped over the guitar, drums and bass. The upcoming full album release on Upper Class should help elevate Christien Summers to the next level. — Jesse Ship
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