Adam Garbinski and Dave Petersen (ex-Marah) are finding their focus. On Boycott Classics (out May 12 on Phidelity), they step back from the stylized tour through their favorite genres that defined their self-titled 2007 full-length, honing in on either sharp powerpop or smart psychedelics. That's not to say they're boycotting eclecticism too; listen for the trumpets, faux-harpsichord and poppy xylophone.
Fri., May 1, 9 p.m., $10, with Jotto and Faux Slang, Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 866-468-7619, johnnybrendas.com.
Fri., May 1, 8 p.m., $10, all ages, with Moral Crayfish and Kuschty Rye Ergot, First Unitarian Church Chapel, 2125 Chestnut St., 866-468-7619, r5productions.com.
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