There's a secret weapon in the arsenal of an increasing number of alternative and indie pop bands: the distinct sound of an electric piano—part fuzz, plink, and buzz—that hooks you immediately. Able to conjure both psychedelia and soul, the future and the past, the sound once relegated to ‘80s nostalgia has made a comeback in recent years, attracting buzzworthy bands worldwide. This playlist showcases the best of that group featuring Future Islands, The War on Drugs, and Lower Dens.