It’s a wish of many to travel back and live in years gone by, namely to relive the music staples of decades past. But when the 21st century offers up bands like The Interest Group, maybe this age isn’t so bad. Sixties-era psychedelics dominate tracks like “The Boys and The Girls” and “Fear.” Breathy vocals and reverberating instrumentals slowly float on dream-like currents of good vibes. The band has made rounds at numerous Philly hot spots, but no word as of yet to when they’ll release their rumored twelve-track LP. However, their increasing live presence bodes well for future endeavors. Another band drawing from bygone eras is the night’s headliner, Busses. Dripping with dirty, morning after glamour, the band’s most recent release, Metal/Shangri-La, dips from jangly, lo-fi rock to slow and sentimental grunge. The group doesn’t shy from experimentation, and they revisit more musical decades than Bill and Ted. Brooklyn natives, Celestial Shore, round out the night’s bill. Self-described “indecisive rock” doesn’t mean songs without direction. While extremely experimental, the music’s constant push-pull battle against itself creates an interesting emotional experience for the listener. Tonight’s show will play like a musical time capsule opened for modern interpretation – all in all an excellent adventure. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., $10, 8pm, 21+ (The Interest Group Photo by Brandi Lukas) – Shaylin O’Connell
