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Los Angeles band Mexican Slum Rats self-describe as an “emo-jazz fusion rock band.” The only thing about that loaded term that I’m sure of is that it gives me the shivers.
So allow me to maybe spare you some unnecessary skeevies. This rather good DIY band blends melodic emo heart, math-rock flair and refreshing horns in a way that dazzles. They’re arriving on the release of strong, brand-new album I Can’t Tell You but I Know That It’s Mine.
Opening are lauded South Florida indie act Cannibal Kids and Gainesville’s The Nancys, a must-hear young indie-rock band making some of the best songs to come out of Florida right now.
8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Will’s Pub, $15.
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