There are dozens of Las Vegas bands worth hearing. Let’s start by saying that. They’re all around us, playing all the time, and you should seek them out, to find the ones that suit your tastes—and help you discover new ones. Consider this a starter kit, or better yet a snapshot, of a year filled with promise for 10 acts in particular. Read about their music, listen to their songs and go out and catch them live. We’ll see you there.