Weekend Music Preview: Polysics @ The Independent [Saturday]

Let’s face it. There are plenty of promising synth-pop and electro bands in Austin. A touring act working from a similar palette best bring their A-game when stopping here. Japan’s Polysics should have no problems garnering our town’s attention and adulation this Saturday at The Independent. The four-piece, often hailed as the “Japanese Devo,” concocts a heavily layered post-new wave sound that is a breath of fresh air, even to ears raised on the variety of beat heavy outfits on display each weekend on Red River St.

Polysics formed over a decade ago, first played SXSW back in 2000, and have churned out ten full-lengths, including 2009’s Absolut Polysics. We’re not sure if it’s the frenetic vocal delivery, the ridiculous amount of beeps and bleeps, the relentless energy generated at their concerts, or just the sum of it all, but something tells us that audience at The Independent are in for a special night tomorrow. Irresistible hooks galore, moments of punk mayhem, and more than enough openings to break out the robot should keep most in attendance satisfied. We extend our gratitude to C3 Presents and Soundcheck Magazine for presenting this opportunity to catch this novel band live. Enter your information in the form below for a chance to win one of two pairs of tickets to the show.

[Polysics Official]
[Polysics MySpace]
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