Something clicked at Liberty Heights Tap Room Saturday afternoon as all four teen bands played their hearts out and each presented a very unique sound. The New York Times was there so expect a piece in the Style section soon. With pictures. This scene isn’t just cute anymore. These are talented kids, who are taking their music very seriously. Impressario Steve DiPatula seemed stoked – he genuinely likes to support the kids who have made his stage their home away from home.

Cool and Unusual: In their longest set ever, they were tight and melodic. They alternated between their  polyrhythmic  instrumentals and complex, well-crafted originals. The vocals were spot-on and the bass and drums were, as always, cool and unusual. Highlights included: 2L, the Test, Rain Song and the Odyssey. They brought back an old favorite cover,  "Where is My Mind" which sounded great.

Dulaney Banks: Think Janis Joplin singing with Robert Johnson and you’ll get some idea of this incredible vocal and blues guitar duo (Kane Balser and Julia Banks Harris). Handpicked work songs from Alan Lomax’s collection, lots of blues, some originals and a really dirgey, down and dirty,  "Me and Bobby McGee."

Fiasco: In a 40 minute instrumental set, they improvised like free jazzers banging, strumming, picking, reverbing and changing instruments. Quite impressive the way they held it together and held the attention of the audience.

Jet Lag: An edgy Jimi Hendrix vibe with the intense and lanky Luca Balser on vocals. He even played piano at one point. With tight bass, drums, and guitar, they are good to go as one of the new major bands in this thriving teen scene.