I first heard about MGMT towards the end of February from somewhere on the net, listened to a song or two, and didn't think much about it. But soon I started hearing and seeing them everywhere - their popularity rose way fast. School friends Andrew and Ben started the band sort of by accident in their college dorm, and before they knew it they were signed and touring. The awesomeness of their music and style is crazy, and the two go hand in hand.
The music is dance-y electronic, and pretty psychedelic. The songs are both enlightening and melancholy at the same time, and the lyrics definitely speak out to the young generation. Songs like "Kids," "Time to Pretend" and "The Youth" reflect upon the thoughts of growing up, while "Electric Feel" and "Boogie Down" are sexual and promiscuous.
Only highlighting the musical vibe is the boys' personal style - they can often be seen in headscarves, vintage tees, and sunglasses. Their style is a unique mix of hippie hipster-vintage style with a subversive and sarcastic personality to match. And Andrew and Ben's dashing good looks don't hurt the likeability factor much, either.
Oooohh Andrew, make me swoon.
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