Here’s a band that I only found out about very recently over at Stereogum, but I think the band has real potential. I have posted one track from each of their last two EPs which demonstrate their range of musical styles. As Scott noted Hospital Beds sounds a little like early Walkmen with its jangly piano, whereas Heavy Boots reminds me somewhat of The Kills. The vocals remind me a bit of U2 as well, but don’t expect any stadium rock here.
I haven’t found anywhere to actually buy their EPs yet as their label’s website appears to be under construction, but rest assured I will tell you all when I find a place to buy them from. Check them out @ MySpace and their (rather odd) homepage.

Cold War Kids – Hospital Beds
Cold War Kids – Heavy Boots

Tim