Unknown Mortal Orchestra

This band’s new singles sound almost like something played on pop radio. That’s not a bad thing, just quite a departure from what we’ve come to expect from the indie-pop/psychedelic Portland-based trio Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Now they’re less lo-fi and more funky/electronic (listen to “Multi-Love” and “Can’t Keep Checking My Phone”). Moving and shaking is just in their nature — singer-songwriter Ruban Nielson (formerly of the Mint Chicks) is originally from New Zealand. Their upcoming tour should include both old and new; chill and dance-inducing.