Leslie Mendelson

CRITIC’S PICK: Leslie Mendelson, Eddie’s Attic—Names like Carole King and Laura Nyro are often bandied around when describing singer/songwriter Leslie Mendelson’s somewhat retro piano-based indie pop. In addition to her intriguing melodies, she sings with an emotional, distinctively husky voice that gets between the notes delivering songs with passion and often riveting sincerity. She will be featuring songs from her fine new album, After the Party, which despite its somber title, is a relatively lively, upbeat example of what she does best. Be sure to request the instantly engaging “Rock and Roll on the Radio,” a sweet pop reflection of her lifelong love of music that you’ll instantly be singing along to. — Hal Horowitz