Univox and Conversations with Enemies at KFN July 28

Just like the legendary amps that they’re named after, Univox can go from mellow to electrifying at the flip of a switch. Anchored by a quartet of distinguished voices, with Josh Jones’ smooth baritone usually at the forefront, it’s arguable that there’s something timeless about their sound, which is unhampered by any tiring trends or made up genres, but instead relies on honest, tried-and-true songwriting. If you take a listen to their recently released ST debut, uplifting pop hooks like those in "You Don’t Know" run right alongside balls-out rockers like "Pi". For a slight change of pace though, there’s Conversations with Enemies, whose quirky indie pop is haunted by zombies, demons, and awkward relationships, and encompasses everything from surf riffs to gypsy rhythms. So if you want a bit of everything tonight, the Kung Fu Necktie might be your best bet. Kung Fu Necktie, 1250 N. Front St., 8pm, $5, 21+ – Joe Poteracki