Silversun Pickups-Alternative Rock

Based out of Los Angeles, CA and formed in 2002, Silversun Pickups is a group that will have you tapping the desk, nodding your head and enjoying the sick rhythm they put out. In 2005, they released their debut EP album, Pikul. Originally named: A Couple of Couples, Silversun Pickups get their new name from a liquor store across from the Silverlake lounge near their house on Sunset and Silverlake blvds in L.A. The band also says their name mostly is "A State of Mind". In 2006, they released their album, Carnavas. Their hit single "Lazy Eye" became the most popular and climbed the charts. Silversun Pickups have opened for band such as: Wolfmother, Snow Patrol and even rock sensations, The Foo Foo Fighters. In 2009, the band released their second album, Swoon. The first single of the album, "Panic Switch" aired on MTV and Fuse. In addition, they were actually nominated as "Best New Artist" in the 52nd Grammy Awards.

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Brian Aubert- Guitar, lead vocals
Nikki Monninger- Bass, backing vocals
Chris Guanlao- Drums
Joe Lester- Keyboards, samples, sound manipulation

"Lazy Eye" Music Sample:

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