Phox: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

I first saw Phox in an impromptu concert at a restaurant in Philadelphia. I thought the band was talented and charming, and I still do. Phox is six friends from Baraboo, Wis. , who make pretty, catchy music. The group s notsosecret weapon is Monica Martin, who sings with a smoky lilt in front of spare, tasteful instrumentation. You can hear that warm, accessible sound on Phox s 2014 debut, which was recorded at Wisconsin s April Base studio, built by Bon Iver s Justin Vernon and his brother. Touring has t