THE SHOWDOWN: Live music in Philly from April 2-8

Every Monday, James Friel rounds up the week's sure-bet live shows. This week: Of Montreal, Of Monsters and Men, School of Seven Bells, Frankie Rose, Stevie Jackson, and more.

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THE SHOWDOWN: Live music in Philly from April 2-8

POSTED: Monday, April 2, 2012, 1:00 PM

Filed Under: Music The Showdown

Wednesday: With a glossy and sleek electro finish, Ghostory, the third release from School of Seven Bells (pictured) duo, Alejandra Deheza and Ben Curtis, features bright synths, crystalized guitar and brisk electro-pop rhythms that are nicely balanced with Deheza’s smooth and flawless vocals. 9 p.m., $13, Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 215-739-9684. ➤ The Brooklyn dubstep/dance/hip-hop duo, Break Science, recently released Monolith Code, a hybrid collection of hip-hop beats and vocals, wobbling dubstep bass and laser synths. 9 p.m., $15, The Blockley, 3801 Chestnut St., 215-222-1234.

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