The Sisterhood of Convoluted Thinkers' began in the late 1990s when ex-Tsunami, Eggs, and Liquorice member Rob Christiansen formed the quirky indie pop group with his wife, Jeannine Durfee, in the Washington D.C. area. Their 1999 self-titled debut, a split release on Darla Records and 555 Records, introduced the band to the listening public. It showcased the duo's studio hijinks, showcasing their unconventional sound. Ume Sour, named after a Japanese cocktail, was conceived and recorded in Japan. The album was a cleaner-sounding indie synth pop disc. It was unveiled in 2001 on...