Public Radio (Taipei, Taiwan) These expats always get good reviews for their instrumental funk, reggae, dance hall, alt-country, lounge, punk and "anything else they feel like hitting you with."
.22 (Taichung, Taiwan) Wicked indie legends who play goofy rock with goofy lyrics and lots of grooves.
Lustsluts Burlesque (Hualien, Taiwan) Burlesque dancers from Taiwan? Need we say more?
We Need Surgery (Seoul, South Korea) Leave it to the band from South Korea to have a slick, pulled-together sound. These Canadians play shimmering dance punk that sounds more like Franz Ferdinand than Gang of Four.
Mates of State (California, US) Adorable married couple whose innocent, charming indie rock is built around an electric organ, quirky drums and upbeat harmonizing. Don't see them if you're having relationship problems.
Bascoda (Tokyo, Japan) Amazingly tight blues punk, they have all the rock 'n' roll posturing down, just like a good Japanese band should. If they're actually playing, expect an awesome live show. Unfortunately, the band was on the Spring Scream schedule last week but now is not.
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