Cold Dead Corner

Somewhere between the mod frenzy of The Who, the joyful shimmy of early-Talking Heads, and the power and grace of non-sucky-era U2, Action Painters slay dragons with their soaring melodies, slinky grooves, and undeniable soul. An explosive live show and urgent, irresistible tunes complement a sexy, tongue-in-cheek sensibility. Drawing comparisons to bands like The Rakes and The Ponys, Action Painters are quickly rising above the fray of NYC's crowded indie scene.