It's been a few years since Connecticut indie-rock/pop duo Mates of State released their latest full-length album, 2011's Mountaintops, but fans who are hungry for more happy, shiny Mates of State pop goodness need only get themselves to this show. During their winter West Coast tour, husband & wife Kori Gardner (keys/vocals) and Jason Hammel (drums/vocals) have been rolling out lots of brand-new danceable tunes. But if that's not enough, check out Mates of State's hilarious music video for "Song of the Fall: (I'mma) Light Sweater," which they collaborated on with Brooklyn comedy show Late Night Basement and released in October. Fictionist, Scenic Byway and Eidola are also on the bill at the Metro Bar show. On Friday, Mates of State will perform at the grand-opening party for Hot Potato—a new Provo restaurant that specializes in fancy french fries and dipping sauces—with Isaac Russell and The Grey Sound Connection. (Kolbie Stonehocker)