So what does it take to become an indie buzz band these days? A quirky sound? An amusing band name? The support of the blog community? A great live show? All of the above? Perhaps I should address this question to the latest hype magnet, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah. After going from unknowns to one of NYC’s most talked about underground bands, it is just a matter of time before the A&R feeding frenzy results in a label deal. CLHSY has several NYC-area dates over the next couple of months, giving us a few opportunities to see what the fuss is all about.

07.20.05 – Brooklyn, NY (Southpaw) w/ Dirty On Purpose, Dr. Dog
07.27.05 – New York, NY (Mercury Lounge) w/ Portion Control
08.10.05 – New York, NY (Seaport Music Festival) w/ Devotchka
08.17.05 – Philadelphia, PA (First Unitarian Church) w/ Magnolia Electric Co
09.09.05 – New York, NY (Bowery Ballroom) w/ The National

1. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Tour From Sea To Shining Sea
2. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Invade Europe, Return To US In March
3. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Offer Up New Songs
4. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Release New Single
5. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Announce Tour