There’s no shortage of music with an eighties tinge these days, but that’s not to say there isn’t room for more. In Lazer Cake‘s music, rhythmic synths throb under exultant melodies and chiming beats, resulting in a twitchy nervousness readymade for the indie dancefloor. Earnest vocals from Lazar singer/drummer Robby Sinclair are backed by dynamic washes of synth via Alan Markley, swaying guitars from Tom Deis and Grant Zubritzky’s punchy bass. New romanticism under stress becomes pure expression. You’ll have an opportunity to see Lazer Cake live at The Deli’s official CMJ show at Rockwood Music Hall on October 22nd. – Francesca Baker
