What a fantastic send-off to California. I swear every time I see De Novo Dahl, they just get better and better. They’ve become a great mix of garage-pop and a budget Flaming Lips (someone needs to buy them confetti cannons).

MP3: De Novo Dahl – Shout

We got a set pretty close to their new album with a few old ones in there. The live staple “The Funk” was an always-welcome hit, as was their older song “Waiting for My Friends.” My SXSW suggestion for your downtime is to find out what shows they’re playing, and live out your Nudie Suit fantasies.