Beggars (USA)

People need to discover this band. Their studio stuff is stellar party-rock, but the live setting is where they really shine. So many bands forget to look like they are having FUN onstage - but the Beggars can't help it because they clearly ARE having fun. And it's infectious! I've seen them (on three occasions) win over a crowd of skeptics - who start off with their arms folded, then end the night rocking out. They will remain on my "must" list until they cover Dave Matthews (which I do not believe will ever happen, by the grace of the Lord). Go see the Beggars.