Garotas Suecas

Hometown: Sao Paolo, Brazil
Why they matter: These quirky South Americans, whose name means "Swedish Girls," infuse a tropical, beach-blanket vibe into '50s-inspired rock'n'roll.
You should know: Sleater-Kinney's Carrie Brownstein said, on first seeing this band, "I wished everyone I knew could witness this show."

LISTEN: Garotas Suecas, "Ghostwriter"