Just six months ago, almost nobody knew Fitz and the Tantrums existed. The LA six-piece had just one release under its belt — 2009’s Songs For a Breakup, Vol. 1 EP — and had yet to introduce the masses to its riveting brand of neo-soul. But in August of this year, the band released its debut full-length, Pickin’ Up the Pieces, and everything changed. The album’s first single, “Moneygrabber,” has been getting some serious radio play, and the group has quickly earned a reputation for putting on exhilarating live shows. Continue reading…