Nada Surf and Noites Do Porto

Nada Surf, a melodic rock band from NYC, gained fame with their '90s hit "Popular." Known for sophisticated alt-rock, they worked with Ric Ocasek, Chris Walla, and Ben Gibbard. Albums like Let Go, The Weight Is a Gift, and Never Not Together cemented their cult status, featuring symphonic collaborations and influences like Kate Bush. They charted high on Billboard's Independent Albums, and their innovative sound continues to evolve.