Local Natives

Local Natives are an American indie rock band formed in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, California, originally performing under the name Cavil at Rest. Known for their intricate three-part vocal harmonies, layered guitar work and propulsive, tribal-influenced drumming, the band emerged from the late-2000s indie rock scene alongside acts exploring communal, harmony-driven songwriting.

Their sound draws on Afropop-inflected guitar patterns combined with hyperactive percussion, creating an anthemic yet intimate atmosphere that has drawn comparisons to bands like Fleet Foxes and Grizzly Bear while retaining its own energetic, rhythmic identity. Songs such as «Wide Eyes», «Sun Hands» and later singles like «Dark Days» and «When Am I Gonna Lose You» reflect the group's evolution from raw, communal indie rock toward more polished, emotionally direct songwriting, often exploring loss, connection and longing.

Over multiple albums, Local Natives have built a reputation as a reliably inventive live act and a steady presence in the American indie rock landscape, continuing to release music that balances their early harmony-rich sound with more introspective, mature songwriting.