David Mazella

The notwist is a German band whose slightly whimsical sound recalls the experimental rock/dance/electronic acts of the late '70s and early '80s -- German acts like Neu, Cluster or Can, plus British and American acts like Eno, Joy Division or the Talking Heads. Led by brothers Markus Acher (vocals, guitar)...

The Beta Band can help you relax. They specialize in the kind of slow, chin-bobbing grooves that urge you to dance, walk or water the plants in a cheerful, introspective mood. Call it their Edinburgh vibe: They make music you can dance to in heavy raingear. Everything they play has...