(Live in Cincinnati - photo by Doug Trapp)

Saw an awesome band called Stylex last night. Definitely of interest to anybody who digs aggro nu-wave; they're like Brainiac with the Fever's forward drive. The live show is more powerful than their albums (always a good sign with underground bands) and the mix of programmed beats and live drumming is entertaining and unpredictable. They mainly do shows in Ohio but keep an eye out for them if you live in Illinois, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and beyond.