With feathery hats, elaborate beaded tunics and capes, Empire of the Sun performs live as if it were some sort of space-age nomadic clan. If that’s not enough, the group is known to bring along intricate stage setups and dancers wrapped up in a blinding light show. The Australian electronic band has started to gain a large following in the U.S., thanks in part to its wild live shows and catchy, pop-funk music. Empire of the Sun is touring in support of its summer 2013 release “Ice on the Dune,” so it’s safe to presume there will be plenty of blues and whites and fur worked into the Oct. 29 show at the Ogden Theatre. (Sold out)
Fear probably isn’t the first word you would associate with DeVotchKa‘s music, but that doesn’t mean the band can’t love Halloween as much as the rest of us. The Denver act has made it a tradition in Colorado to throw a party complete with costumes, gypsy folk-rock and beautiful stage designs to celebrate Halloween. Last year the band brought everything from stilts to skeletons and acrobats. Let’s see your friend’s Halloween party do that. This year, DeVotchKa is joined by Shady Elders and Kitty Crimes for its Oct. 31 show at the Gothic Theatre. ($29.50, )
