When Dr. Dog was formed roughly ten years ago, who would’ve thought they’d be the staple they are today? Whether you saw it coming or not, Dr. Dog are now Philly’s elder statesmen, and it seems like they’ve been taking over the world one album at a time. Starting off in the chaotic territory of Elephant 6-ish psychedelia, replete with all sorts of tape manipulation and general lo-fi fuzziness, they’ve gradually scaled back a lot of those eccentricities, honing in their sound to the pop essentials. The songwriting has grown cleaner, the lyrics more personal, and the harmonies more infectious. Last year’s Shame, Shame (their debut for major label ANTI-) saw the band roping in more fans than ever before, which is apparent with the sold out show this evening at Electric Factory. Pals Buried Beds have also been given a chance to show off their pop savvy tonight. You’ll find the five-piece plugging in instruments and leaving the term “Appalachian” behind with songs from their latest release Tremble the Sails. They’ll also be joined by recent Sub Pop signees The Head and the Heart. Electric Factory, 421 N. 7th St., 8pm, $20 (SOLD OUT), All Ages – Joe Poteracki