Since 2003, Blitzen Trapper self-released their first three albums, including Wild Mountain Nation, which caught on in '07, led to bigger exposure, resulting in a contract with Sub Pop. The sextet's currently on tour with labelmates Fleet Foxes -- dates include shows with Menomena, Beach House, Papercuts, Mahjongg, Dr. Dog, Rogue Wave, Man Man, etc. They play our party today. ...