Pree

is a really neat band from DC that I saw last night at Pete's Candy Store. They're playing in Inman Square tonight, at the Lily Pad. You should go.

http://www.myspace.com/musicforpree

Erich says they sound like a modest mouse, and so does their MySpace. Maybe it's the atypical rhythms. At any rate, there is some intriguing songwriting, musicianship, and instrumentation happening. I probably should have bought something from them.

It's hard to see bands from other cities that you've never heard of. Usually it's a gamble and it costs money. This is why places like Pete's and Toad (even though the latter books mostly local acts) are important. Fortunately, in these cases, the best way to support new music and local venues is by drinking beer.