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Conspicuous Bystanders is a Lansing, Michigan‑based blues-rock/indie band with a jazz backbone, formed in 2015. Drawing on a background in jazz studies from Michigan State University, the members fuse rock grit with improvisational flair and a unmistakable jazzy pocket. Influences range from Led Zeppelin to contemporary indie-leaning rock, creating a sound that’s both classic and fresh. Whether in the studio or on stage, they bring energy, groove, and a songwriter’s eye for detail.