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Pitchfork Day 1, arguably the least interesting stage of  the festival every year, definitely seemed to keep up its consistency during yesterday’s performances. To no one’s surprise, Pfork’s first day brought out its too-cool-for-school crowd, and bands like Liars, who’s music is incredibly difficult to vibe off of in a live, outdoor forum. That’s what to expect with Pitchfork though: It is a festival that banks off its chaos. Sound problems, noise bands, hippies and O.G. kush show up in abundance, and your only choice is to embrace it. However, for those of us who don’t swear by the things that make you truly “indie”, there were a few moments that made the day seem all worthwhile.

The first spark of excitement occurred toward the top of the afternoon, when El-P, one …

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