Blame Canada

Not content with merely taking over our comedy and acting industries, our friendly neighbors to the north have slowly been insinuating themselves into all aspects of American pop culture over the past few years. Indie rock has been no exception. The Dears, out of Montreal, haven't made a huge splash yet, but it's probably inevitable. Their dark, chiming indie rock, all vast arrangements and moody atmosphere, is well suited to our miserablist tastes. Damon Albarn fronting Radiohead anyone? It's not just a UK hipster daydream anymore. The Dears' new record "Missiles" is out today, and they perform tonight. 18+ 9 p.m. $15. Great Scott, 1222 Commonwealth Ave., Allston. 617-566-9014. www.greatscottboston.com