Making the call: Your guide to Lollapalooza

As usual, there are hard choices to make at Lollapalooza. And unlike smaller festivals, it’s hard to run from end to end to catch multiple sets when bands are playing at the same time. Here are 10 time-slot conflicts and my resolution for each:

FRIDAY

Sharon Van Etten vs. Tame Impala: This is a tough one. Van Etten made a wonderful album this year but I just think Tame Impala is going to play a more lively set.

Passion Pit vs. the Shins: I saw the Shins a long time ago and I thought James Mercer was boring and pretentious. Passion Pit will change your life (not really but go see it).

Black Sabbath vs. Black Keys: Ozzy is an old wanker. Black Keys is a hot band. You gotta go with Black Keys.

SATURDAY

Jeff the Brotherhood vs. Bear in Heaven: I like the new Bear in Heaven album but Jeff the Brotherhood is going to be a lot more fun to watch.

U Got the Look – Jeff the Brotherhood

Tallest Man on Earth vs. Tune-Yards: This is another tough choice. Tallest Man on Earth wins by a whisker.

Twin Shadow vs. Bloc Party: Twin Shadow is really interesting but Bloc Party is going to put on a better show (if the band still has enough gas in the tank).

Santigold vs. Frank Ocean or the Red Hot Chili Peppers: I’m not feeling Frank Ocean. And the Red Hot Chili Peppers? Seriously? I’d love to hear Santigold perform her new songs.

SUNDAY

Dum Dum Girls vs. the Walkmen: Uhm, uhm … Dum Dum Girls for sure.

He Gets Me High – Dum Dum Girls

Florence + the Machine vs. At the Drive-In: Don’t miss this At the Drive-In reunion.

Justice vs. Jack White: A Justice concert would be a good time, but Jack White is the only truly great headliner at this year’s fest.