Lest you think that this kind of ritualistic, meditative exploration of cosmic dub sounds like a bit of a drag, I should also mention that Wobble is super funny, which is an especially good thing because he kind of looks like a stone cold killer.

Nobody else can do what Stereolab does, and if what they do appeals to you at all, seeing them do it in person is an experience you need to have.

There’s nothing that feels put on about the friendliness and positivity, or for that matter, the cuteness, of Shonen Knife’s performance. The joy that they apparently derive from making music together and entertaining an audience, even after doing it for over 40 years, is palpable and extremely contagious. 

So what do you do when all the norms of society seems to be collapsing around you, but not in a good way, and the keys of power have been handed to the worst people imaginable?

Well, where I come from, you go to a punk show.