Slingshot Dakota

Slingshot Dakota is comprised of two people and has no shortage of volume, energy and catchy tunes. Carly Comando shreds an 88-key digital piano through multiple effects pedals and provides vocals for the band. Drummer Tom Patterson keeps the beat while energetically crushing his drums, a sight that is both entertaining and inspiring. While Comando and Patterson are influenced by their respective punk and hardcore basement scenes, their music can be described as poppy indie rock. FFO: Rilo Kiley, Mitski, Tigers Jaw, Rainer Maria, Wye Oak

Slingshot Dakota is a two-piece in the vein of Mates Of State whose blend of indie pop songs are full of hooks and passion. "Dark Hearts" will keep you tapping your toes and singing along long after you've listened to the album. For fans of Mates Of State, Lemuria and Bridge And Tunnel.