From his time as a founding member of Brothers Past to his current station backing Mason Porter, Joe D’Amico is a local area musician who has worn many hats over the years. However, the West Chester artist has also had a successful solo project over the years. His 2011 full-length, Asleep In My Shoes, contained a nice blend of ambient tones and rustic folk singing. For his latest solo effort, A Short Time’s A Long Time, he has explored territories that were previously uncharted in his works by usingvibrant power pop, melodic yet aggressive rock harmonies, and expansive prog. D’Amico is celebrating the album’s release tonight at Kung Fu Necktie, and he’ll be joined by his longtime friend Reverend TJ McGlinchey and Ben Smith. Kung Fu Necktie, 1250 N. Front St., 8pm, $10, 21+ (Photo by Lisa Schaffer) – Bill McThrill