The beginning of the week can feel like a zombie-like sleepwalking state as residual vibes persist but seemingly fit nowhere. However, Johnny Brenda’s will provide the fitting space this evening when Taiwan Housing Project rips right to the emotive center. With an ambushing noise-punk aesthetic, the band’s unrelenting sound naturally gathers momentum, vocally offering a dichotomy of commanding leadership, while also exhibiting a closer personal edge, using a heavy stampede of noise to shake the surroundings into submission. Escape-ISM, the latest project from Ian Svenonius (Chain & the Gang, The Make-Up, Weird War), catches you in a web of simplistic adhesion – parts raw buzzing rock with underlying pop nostalgia. In support of their new record, Half Free, former Philly native Meghan Remy and her project U.S. Girls headline. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9pm, $12, 21+ – Michael Colavita

It doesn’t feel like too long ago local high school crew Forever Lesbians emerged victorious in our Featured Artist(s) Poll. Like most young artists, their creations eventually evolved and changed, and so did the group’s name, which is now Joy Again. They caught the attention of renaissance man Shamir Bailey, who is currently managing them. The group has also signed to London-based indie label Lucky Number, and you can take a listen to Joy Again’s lighthearted, lo-fi debut single "Looking Out For You" below, which recently premiered at NME. (Photo by Dylan Pearce)

NAH, a.k.a. Mike Kuhns, enjoys the spotlight in the footage below, while demonstrating to us how to shoot a music video. It’s for the opening track, "Want Part I," off his latest album Light As Fuck. Ok – get ready to take some notes. 😉 NAH is currently wrapping up his month-long tour in Europe. (Photo by Christophe Crénel)

An exploratory headspace united with a raging post-punk assertion that doesn’t fit neatly into a genre pocket (but what really does?), the trio of Throbbing Chakra, featuring Lantern‘s Zachary Fairbrother, traverses uncertain territory. However, as they work across the grounds, a magnetizing sound emerges. One illuminated with a creepy yet intriguing glow that you’ll follow into spaces unseen. Tonight, the space is Johnny Brenda’s, where they’ll be kicking things off, alongside Amanda X, whose three-pronged attack combines a heavy rhythm push, guitar work that slithers and screams, and vocals that melodically glide over top. The unfettered blitz of Baltimore’s Sick Thoughts will also help to build a path to the zany garage-pop of Nobunny. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8pm, $14, 21+ – Michael Colavita

Rejoice this evening as the Raph Cutrufello-led musical troupe known as Hezekiah Jones celebrates their new record. In Loving Memory of oosi Lockjaw (available via Woodfarm Records) captures inborn, folk-pop warmth that hits your core, with sun-kissed familial harmonies and taut strings, strolling in time percussion. These ear-grabbing narratives offer a timeless approach – comfortably loose yet masterfully constructed, traditional yet not time worn. Joining in on the joy tonight at Ardmore Music Hall with a late night dance party is the boisterous Balkan blast, otherwise known as the West Philadelphia Orchestra, and the sweeping enchantments of Lauryn Peacock. Ardmore Music Hall, 23 E. Lancaster Ave., 8pm, $18, 21+ (Photo by Lisa Schaffer) – Michael Colavita

Elevate yourself toward the weekend with “Floaty Feeling, Blue,” the title track off Weekender’s forthcoming EP, scheduled for release towards the crack of the New Year, January 15, 2016 via PaperCup Music. The song coasts in a drifting, daydreaming manner. Floating on a mobile backend bedding and clean guitar, it momentarily reaches a tumultuous passage before reverting to a mellowed conclusion. Catch Weekender with Flightschool and Lightning Jones on Saturday, November 28 at the TLA. (Photo by Jen Bragan)

Son of a preacher man, singer-songwriter, and ANTI- recording artist Son Little, a.k.a. Aaron Livingston, had already gained respect in Philly and collaborated with the likes of local mega stars The Roots and RJD2. And on his latest self-titled album, the boy has become a man, humbly yet confidently coming out from the shadows into the spotlight. With powerful, intoxicating vocals, Livingston gathers a lifetime of influences, sculpting tunes that can be felt deep in the chest and way down in the gut. The love for gospel, soul, blues, and R&B is alive and well in Philly. You can feel it this evening when Son Little takes the stage at Johnny Brenda’s where he’ll be joined by Brooklyn’s Xenia Rubinos. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Front St., 9pm, $12, 21+ – H.M. Kauffman

The Fantastic Imagination travel to their magical world of enchantment with the band’s latest rendition of T. Rex’s "She Was Born to Be My Unicorn," which appeared on on the group’s third studio album Unicorn. Take a moment. Forget about whatever you have to do this morning. And enjoy.

Marge and Gunk have issued a collective release, which you can stream below. Appropriately titled garge munk, the 11-minute run of music bookends a pair of gritty yet calm Marge tracks, while Gunk takes a fuzzy bass/percussions rolling approach, balancing the heady vibes with a jarring bite. These sonic puzzle pieces fit together noisey crunchiness with a smooth finish. Marge will be performing tomorrow night at Everybody Hits with Sun Organ, Cigarette, and Beth Israel.

Three Man Cannon celebrates their freshly released record Will I Know You Then, via local indie label Lame-O Records, with a show this evening at PhilaMOCA. This record has a crispness with melody and lyrics that lasso you in; the four-piece continues to refine its sound. The songs exhibit an explosive capability while remaining reeled in until those moments arrive, letting the weight of the words breathe into your system, punctuated by a jagged edge of guitar riding a the tender sway. Tonight, labelmates Thin Lips offer support, wielding a meshing of intense, emotive vocals, smacking backend and heavy power riffs. Mimi Gallagher (Year Of Glad, ex-Nona) will be hitting the stage solo, while Augusta Koch (Cayetana) and Candice Martello (Hemming) will be performing a set together. It’s just another night at PhilaMOCA that you won’t want to miss. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 7pm, $8, All Ages – Michael Colavita

Beach Slang premiered a new music video for "Bad Art & Weirdo Ideas," off their latest album The Things We Do To Find People Who Feel Like Us (Polyvinyl), yesterday at Pitchfork. The cinematic production was created by Konstantinos Psimaris and Tom Ammon. You can catch Beach Slang home again on Saturday, December 19 at the First Unitarian Church with Tim Kasher and Field Mouse.