When it comes to bands named for 18th century diplomatic debacles, Brooklyn's the XYZ Affair easily make our top ten. JK they win. They're best remembered for corralling our favorite Nickelodeon all-stars for their "All My Friends" clip, but have steadily and surgically released a stream of quality singles and EPs since. The two tracks that come today up the ante considerably, though, timed with a Mondays residency at Pianos through May. It's a good live show. Dance moves are involved. The first...
Stereogum — When it comes to bands named for 18th century diplomatic debacles, Brooklyn's the XYZ Affair easily make our top ten. JK they win. They're best remembered for corralling ... more info