Strutting somewhere between Goldfrapp and Pat Benatar, Dragonette has such a way playful, much danceable electronic-rock. Before Dragonette, Sorbara used to play sensitive singer/songwriter fare she now calls “tampon music,” while Dan Kurtz played in the New Deal, an experimental, improvisational electronic trio. That it’s no surprise that the band shares a manager with the Scissor Sisters, or that singer Martina Sorbara was sought out by Basement Jaxx to sing on Crazy Itch Radio’s “Take Me Back to Your House.”

When the pair met, creative and romantic sparks flew, and Dragonette was born. Now based in London, the band’s glamorous vibe extends to their theatrical live show, which will no doubt add some sparkle to CMJ.