Built to Spill

Personality conflicts and petty infighting have killed so many great bands that Doug Martsch was probably on to something when he decided to form a group that would occasionally shed its members, like a molting snake. With his revolving cast of players, the founder of Built to Spill created a consistent sound marked by spaced-out, anxiety-driven guitar jams that have reverberated throughout the indie-rock world. But—surprise—Martsch eventually settled on a crew that he just couldn’t let go, and they are touring after releasing their first new album in five years, You in Reverse. Though this recording is friendly and more melodic than previous efforts, Built to Spill hasn’t mellowed much; Martsch and his band have merely perfected the beautifully tense sound of things about to go haywire. 612-332-1775; www.first-avenue.com