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Namesake, Harvest, Something Clever, By Summers End, Shadow of Myself

When: Fri., Dec. 30 2011

NAMESAKE The pop-rock combo is mining alleys much-trodden by numerous bands, but the boys have that extra songwriting panache, fused with soaring guitars and hi-fidelity rhythm section, to be in the game for the long haul. Their hard alterna-rock is showcased in the recently recorded debut full-length, Borders & Fences, an album that proves the band has the moxie to rise above the masses, albeit with high-mileage touring and perseverance. (Samir Shukla)

Price: $10