Pinback, an indie-rock band from San Diego, exist in an elite
realm that few are capable of visiting, even for a song or two.
Their music is delicate and complex, but still engaging, and lacks that
robotic edge that can invade such a mechanically proficient
sound. Their new album, Autumn to the Seraphs, could finally
lift them to the household-name status of similar bands like the Shins,
Modest Mouse, and Death Cab for Cutie. (Showbox at the Market, 1436
First Ave, 628-3151. 8 pm, $16 adv/$18 DOS, all ages.)

Megan Seling is The Stranger's managing editor. She mostly writes about hockey, snacks, and music. And sometimes her dog, Johnny Waffles.