Built by Snow, Future Clouds and Radar, and more at The Parish

Renowned for excellent sound quality and a feeling of coziness that belies its substantial size, The Parish Room has been Sixth Street's favorite little concert hall for quite a while now, and this Friday they'll be hosting yet another quality show: four of Austin's most interesting and diverse pop acts. Headlining is the clap-happy and catchy Built by Snow, a band who often channel an updated version of cultural phenomenon Weezer in their tunes--they will soon be heading into the studio to record their second CD, and this show is sure to provide some pleasant previews of the new material.

Getting the stage nice and ready for Built by Snow will be Future Clouds and Radar, a group who, in living up to their excellent band name, continue to move through the Austin scene like a whirlwind, picking up fans and critical acclaim with ease via mixing tried-and-true pop sensibilities with a willingness to experiment. Also, it surely doesn't hurt that they, at times, can sound even a little bit Beatles-esque.

As well as that duo of heady headliners, those who arrive early will be rewarded with a promising if under-known pair of opening acts. Model United Nations, an intriguing outfit built on engaging lyricism and Europop influences, can easily be tagged with the enviable "band-to-watch" label, while Low Line Caller is a patient bunch of fellows who don't rush their songs to conclusion, but feel free to let them build to a slow, but sure, satisfaction. Put all these acts together, and you've got a four-pronged Parish Room pop music extravaganza.