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While the name may be deceiving, Youth Model isn’t your typical fresh-faced indie pop band hoping to squirm their way into the hearts of teeny-boppers.

Jared Aaronson, a student at College of Charleston, is creating a sound all his own as a local DJ/producer under the name Collective Disparity—and redefining what it means to have a full plate on his hands.

Truth be told, I had my doubts about this band. It is no easy feat to take on the legendary lights, music, and theatrics of the band that made history with their intensely conceptual and psychedelic multimedia events. However, I was pleasantly surprised.

Dead 27s, one of my favorite local bands, prove that not only can they mesmerize onstage, but that they're also awesome dudes to talk to.

Recreating the Grateful Dead experience, these guys hit all the right notes.

Papadosio is a band well worth a listen. They literally have music down to a science and know exactly how to push all your right buttons. Here's a recap from their tour stop here in Chucktown.

Cosby Sweater, joined by Andy Farag of Umphrey's McGee, has got the funk. Touring with The Fritz, their mission is to make you dance, which is exactly what we did...check them out!

Pretty Lights Music Label has some of the top names in electronic music under its umbrella. Check out our recap of their performance at the Music Farm last week.