Sometimes music is constructed around a setting; certain instrumental tones seem to project cinematic imagery. Mike Bruno and the Black Magic Family conjure a dark mysterious folk sound – one that lures the listener into a great abyss in search of the truth that lies beyond the void. Each song performed by the revolving door of the Black Magic Family Band leads the listener further into the thick of it. Orchestrating a dynamically haunting atmosphere created by a wide array of instruments including a Theremin, guitar, harp, various woodwinds, etc. This band pulls you into their ongoing narrative, sending chills up your spine and looking over your shoulder. Mike Bruno and the Black Magic Family Band will open for the psychedelic harmonies of Boston trio Quilt. Bay Area native’s The Fresh and Onlys headline the evening at Johnny Brenda’s. Merging harmonious west coast pyschedelia with a touch Americana and New Wave, this group can lead you anywhere, but the trip will certainly be memorable. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10 – $12, 21+ – Michael Colavita
