Silversun Pickups

The Profile

Silversun Pickups are an American alternative/indie rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 2000. Known for fuzzy guitars, atmospheric textures and Brian Aubert’s distinctive vocals, they broke through with Carnavas and singles like Lazy Eye and Panic Switch, followed by acclaimed albums Swoon, Neck Of The Woods, Better Nature, Widow's Weeds and Physical Thrills.

Reviews highlight L.A. origins; strong shoegaze and 90s alt-rock affinities; Carnavas features tracks such as "Melatonin," "Well Thought Out Twinkles," and "Lazy Eye"; Swoon praised for creativity and single-worthy cuts; Neck Of The Woods noted for darker moods with catchy moments.

Across these reviews, Carnavas is praised for energy but faulted for heavy 90s references; Swoon is celebrated as a creative high point with few fillers; Neck Of The Woods leans darker yet accessible, with both hooks and a few weaker cuts. Shoegaze, dream pop and alt-rock threads tie the discourse, with nods to My Bloody Valentine and the Smashing Pumpkins.