Intriguingly mixing orchestral pop with progressive indie elements, Brooklyn-based trio Apollo Run enjoys giving birth to musical babies named “Here Be Dragons.” Last summer, they released the first one, and this past month, they welcomed their second, featuring five beautifully crafted tracks. Multifaceted musicians with a knack for memorable and mesmeric melodies, the band showcases their pitch perfect vocals and orchestral dynamics on highlights opener, “City Lights,” sultry “Fireman,” and spooky “H B D” with a surprise ending. Apollo Run is celebrating this release with a “Dragon Party” tonight at Mercury Lounge. It’s an early show, with doors opening at 7pm. After this, the band heads back to the studio to work on their third born, maniacs! – Meijin Bruttomesso
