To be honest: For those of you wishing that the rock revolution had had its day, this is a swift kick to the Adam's apple. Fast, sharp and breathtaking when played ear-bleedingly loud, The Von Bondies play their rock'n'roll with vigour and passion - unlike the Stooges clones clogging up the indie circuit. All that, and the sexiest female bass player since Suzi Quattro. Seriously, she's lovely.

Listen out for: The Damned, MC5 and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

Play: At full volume, with the heating turned right up. Summer never seemed so close.