Born Ruffians "This Sentence
Published Feb 21, 2007
Turning heads opening for British synth pop sensations Hot Chip, Torontos best new independent band won over fans by simply leaving complimentary two-track CD-Rs on the merch table. The gawky squawk of singer/guitarist Luke LaLonde incites the same feeling of elation that came from first hearing Clap Your Hands Say Yeah. Altogether, the trio craft a bubbly slice of affable indie rock that drifts into a pinnacle of adorable handclap-led cheers and howls. (www.bornruffians.com)