All Points East with Pixies, Nation of Language, and more

The Pixies, born from the late 80s alt/rock surge, influence giants like Nirvana and Radiohead. Known for "loudquietloud" style, their iconic albums include the Platinum "Doolittle." Their electrifying live shows boast sell-out crowds worldwide, featuring classics and new tracks. Black Francis, Joey Santiago, David Lovering, and Emma Richardson drive this influential band.

Nation of Language, an indie pop, synthpop, and post-punk band from Brooklyn, formed in 2016. Known for their melancholic electro-pop and 1980s nostalgia, they create evocative, synth-driven soundscapes. Albums include Introduction, Presence, A Way Forward, Strange Disciple, and Dance Called Memory. Strange Disciple was a Rough Trade Album of the Year. They made a television debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

LCD Soundsystem, formed by James Murphy, blends disco grooves with post-punk edginess. Known for hits like "Losing My Edge" and "Daft Punk is Playing at My House," they've headlined Coachella and sold out Madison Square Garden. The band is celebrated for their poignant yet humorous songwriting, showcased on albums like Sound of Silver and American Dream. Collaborators include Hot Chip and Spike Jonze. Their song "Tonite" won a Grammy. Murphy has produced for Arcade Fire and remixed David Bowie. The band reunites sporadically, with live residencies and new releases.

Floating Points (Sam Shepherd) is a genre-blending artist known for his 2015 album Elaenia, Mercury-nominated collaboration Promises, and work with Pharoah Sanders and the LSO.

Peruvian-born, Berlin-based Sofia Kourtesis blends Latin roots and club culture in house and techno. Acclaimed for her debut album Madres, she DJs globally and tours with Caribou, Four Tet, and Floating Points.