Otherworldly electro from outer space, Philly’s Planet Y channels the cosmic vibes of the universe with their sonic resonance by extraterrestrial landscapes, or as one half of the duo Yanni Papadopoulos stated in a recent interview, “alien”. You should already be familiar with Papadopoulos from his doom jazz metal band Stinking Lizaveta. Well, his Planet Y partner in crime Charles Cohen is certainly no newcomer to making music either. Cohen has been creating his unique compositions for several decades now using a very rare instrument: a 200 series Buchla Music Easel (only 14 of these made by synth innovator Don Buchla). Synthetically stellar and trippy, the experimental lo-fi of Planet Y ebbs and flows, leaving listeners with a sense of the night sky if viewed from Mars or a distant unknown star. The celestially inspired aftermath of Papadopoulos and Cohen’s collaborative genius will transport you light-years away from its origins within seconds of each buzzing beat and digital riff on guitar. So blast off tonight with Planet Y and headliner Brooklyn/Chicago trio Acid Birds who are brought to you by the non-profit organization Ars Nova Workshop! Kung Fu Necktie. 1250 N. Front St., 8pm, $8, 21+ – Dianca Potts