Their name is not a reference to a popular TV show or song; it’s neither a fruit nor a literary allusion to heartbreak. It actually refers to the 60’s term for a drive-in theater – something that lead singer Michael Angelakos had come up with. He just didn’t think that anyone would go for it, at least not this far.

In the last few months, the blogosphere and its readers have embraced Passion Pit with open arms. Now with their completed album being put out on a major label, we can expect a debut the size of 2008’s MGMT.

Michael’s melodic falsetto, the competing synths and catchy beats are reminiscent of a newer Bee Gees coupled with Ratatat.

Soon the 5 guys from Boston, with their curls, glasses and docksiders will be gracing your TV (and Youtube) screens – So check out their video for The Reeling, and you’ll see why Passion Pit is not just a passing phase but here to stay.

-Shruti