Week Two: Have you met The Damnwells?

It's That Band.

You know, the band that seems to be doing everything required to do to make it in the highly fickle pop-rock scene. Loyal following? Unique sound? Savvy lyrics bolstered by catchy hooks?

Check, check, check.

The Damnwells teeters on the fine line that separates Obscure Indie Rock Bands from Widely Recognized Indie Rock Bands. It could make the jump -- and listeners are clamoring for the chance to take in as much as they can now, just in case lightning strikes and the rest of the world starts to take notice.

In the meantime, the Brooklyn-based five-piece (as the typical quartet has added keyboardist J Barlcay for their current tour) continues to hone songs of Sensitive Tough-Guy Pop Rock (a genre that doesn't officially exist, but should, considering the multitude of such bands in existance). Electric guitar riffs and snare drum rhythms back the love-centric lyrics belted with gravelled intensity by lead singer Alex Dezen. Dezen and company serve as brilliant couple rock -- rock and roll enough for the guys, insightful and sweet enough for their girlfriends.

Mutually beneficial music from Brooklyn. Who could ask for more?

The Damnwells will perform with Slow Runner and Sam Roberts at Higher Ground in South Burlington on Friday. Information about the band and tracks available for listening can be found at their myspace. A new album, "Air Stereo" is scheduled for release on August 15. Recommended tracks: Kiss Catastrophe, Sleepsinging, Golden Days