Juston Stens & The Get Real Gang are the type of band that re-imagines the past. Taking cues from classic rock, yet spinning them off in a new direction, Stens and the gang create music that share the traits of their musical predecessors – the casually addictive groove of the bass guitar, memorable guitar licks that beg for increased decibel levels. While energy is a key component, the group plays it cool rarely going into overdrive, yet somehow moving at a steady pace: cruising along. These songs serve as tributes to their music heroes, while also taking triumphant modern steps – a band that knows where it’s going because it knows where it’s been. They’ll be opening for Toronto rock gods Zeus at the North Star tonight. North Star Bar, 2639 Poplar St., 8pm, $10, 21+ – Michael Colavita
