Local punk all-star Joe Jack Talcum sets to croon out acoustic anthems of rebellion, life, and lust. Co-founder of the legendary Dead Milkmen, Joe Jack’s solo work is heartfelt and peculiar, with the perfect amount of tongue-in-cheek sensibility to keep fans of his earlier antics with the Milkmen smitten by his clever lyricism. Tracks like “U Turn Me On” and “Photograph” prove Joe Jack’s skills are timeless, not to mention memorable. Known to belt out “Punk Rock Girl” every now and then, catch Talcum along with No-wave creepsters TV Ghost and frenetic cuts like “The Recluse” and “The Network.” Add in fast-paced faves by Nobunny (think “Somewhere New” and the screams of “Tina Goes to Work”) and local garage punk outfit The Pussy Dogs plus DJ Jonny Snot (aka Horizontal Action’s resident DJ) and you’ve got a lineup that bleeds red, white, and blue. It’s an early show today, and you still have time to grab some free grub at the 4th of July KFN Family BBQ (12pm – 4pm) happening before it so join your fellow Americans, punks, and patriots in the celebration. Kung Fu Necktie, 1250 Front St., 5pm, $10, 21+ – Dianca Potts