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        by Evan Tokarz
            After 14 years together, husband-and-wife twosome  -- Kori Gardner (vocals, keys, synths, guitar) and Jason Hammel (vocals, drums, percussion, synths) -- has developed a recognizable sonic aesthetic: energetic, buoyant indie rock that has the couple exchanging verses layered almost on top of each another amid electric organs and synthesizers. Like zealously upbeat duo Matt &amp; Kim, Mates of State careen with enthusiasm.&hellip;
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