Seattlest loves Portland pop-punk band The Thermals. They're the only good that came of a brief relationship a few years ago, where the guy ended up being a complete tool, but his recommendation on this band was sound. Since then, we've seen them play twice: once at the (old) Vera, and once at the Crocodile. The crowds for both of those shows were raucous and fun, everyone singing along and jumping around. more ›