Whether it’s through original acts like Franzschubert & The Schuubs, cover bands like Get The Led Out, or through his own material, Andrew Lipke has always managed to be a strong presence in the local music community. But through the work he’s recorded on Mad Dragon Records, he has really started to come into his own as a solo artist, and Motherpearl & Dynamiteis easily his most dynamic release to date. Tonight at The North Star Bar he takes it one step further by emerging onto the scene with a strong backing band in The Prospect. Expect this one to be filled with plenty of alt-folk compositions that mirror everything from Led Zepplin and Pink Floyd to John Denver. North Star Bar. 2639 Poplar St., 9pm, $8, 21+ myspace.com/andrewlipke – Bill McThrill