The Decemberists are an enigma, named for the Russian Decembrist Revolt as well as the darkness and trepidation, tempered with celebration, which surrounds themonth of December. The band actually opens its concerts with the National Anthem of the Soviet Union and to the atmosphere at their gigs in indeed a complex mix of warmth and cold. The Decemberists' music tends toward the direction of progressive rock with surprisingly down to earth tinges of authentic folk, and this blend is a perfect compliment to their group philosophy of contrasting sensations and incentives found in life. get your Decemberists tickets as soon as, my friends, 'cos they aren't easy to find, at all.