The Lapse

American indie rock band led by Chris Leo and Toko Yatsuda, noted for the album Heaven Ain't Happenin'. Chris Leo had previous projects including Native Nod and The Van Pelt.

Toko Yatsuda was a member of Blonde Redhead. Chris Leo was previously in Native Nod and The Van Pelt. The Lapse have disbanded. The album Heaven Ain't Happenin' and the earlier record Betrayal! are referenced in reviews.

A positive, nostalgic review of The Lapse centered on the album Heaven Ain't Happenin'. The reviewer highlights links to Sonic Youth, Blonde Redhead and Karate, and praises Chris Leo's songwriting. The album is recommended for fans of late-90s/early-00s indie rock.

For:Fans of indie/alternative rock, listeners who follow Sonic Youth, Blonde Redhead and late-90s indie scenes.