Fourteen Ghosts

Kahoots write brilliant, catchy pop songs with thoughtful lyrics, more hooks than a pirate ship, and all the trappings of a good old-fashioned indie rock band. This is their best album yet, combining the manic energy of punk with the total mastery of musicians who've played together for nearly a decade. The record preserves the energy of their live shows, but ups the ante with the help of legendary drummer and guitarist Chris Brokaw (Come, Codeine, The New Year, Pullman, Consonant). Also features guest appearances from Bob Weston, Robbie Lee, and Kurt Ballou on woodwinds.