When a group of individuals assemble with the intent of performing and creating music that doesn’t focus on ego, but unlocks and reveals an internal message, something special happens. On the Water, who perform tonight at Johnny Brenda’s, is the type of folk band that appears to click on all cylinders because they’re simply playing what feels right and sounds good as a result. Fletcher VanVliet’s rangy ragged vocals are gut-wrenchingly endearing pairing naturally with the plethora of instruments that develops layers of sound – the individual pieces connecting and combining in a rustic musical chemistry. Johnny Brenda’s 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10, 21+ – Michael Colavita
