Busses Headline at JB’s Feb. 19

Philadelphia’s Busses are rolling into Johnny Brenda’s tonight. Don’t expect slow numbers though, because if they get below 50 BPM the whole place is going to blow! The multi-faceted Fishtown trio, led by Guitarist/Vocalist Dave Brett, explores many corners of the rock spectrum with a psychedelic hue that allows their music to seamlessly meld together without becoming monotonous. Brett’s Built To Spill meets Mars Volta vocals are the perfect compliment to the driving guitar and drum combo that result in blistering and meditative tunes. Last year, Busses released a very solid record that combined their technical prowess with musician/producer extraordinaire Jeff Zeigler’s engineering panache resulting in killer tracks like “House Fire” and “Foundation Myth”. Along for the ride are indie-poppers Royal Shoal, a Philly band comprised of former members of The Ropers (Slumberland, Tean Beat), Saturday People, Public Record, and Beard (a Dr. Dog precursor.) Rounding out the bill is the jazzy, Tom Waits on cocaine stylings of Upholstery, who will be celebrating the release of their new album. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10, 21+ – Adam G.