Jason Clackley, Cobalt Cranes, Maxirad, Diver Down

(Funhouse) Jason Clackley is a busy man who always seems to be trapped in basements (or the YMCA, rented halls, etc.). As an outspoken advocate of the local all-ages community, Clackley has opened up for screamo bands, delicate indie rockers, and ear-piercing grindcore acts alike, each time proving that his straightforward blend of acoustic punk and folk can fit anywhere you place it. Along with having the best band name I've seen in months, San Francisco trio Maxirad play quirky garage rock with lyrics everyone can get down with—"I don't wanna be an example, I just wanna have fun and have sex with everyone." Go ahead, prove it. KEVIN DIERS

Stay Gold

(El Corazón) Stay Gold are playing El Corazón? THE Stay Gold? The totally rad Seattle hardcore band that sounded like a scrappier and more emotional little brother of Avail? The band that played their last show in 2005? THAT STAY GOLD? No, it's not that Stay Gold, goddamnit. This is actually a release party for a new skateboarding photo book called Stay Gold. The book is a collection of images taken of and by Emerica's skate team (Ed Templeton, Justin Regan, Aaron Suski, et al.). There are pictures of beer drinking, skate tricks, bloody ears, and naked butts, and while that's neat for those of you who like skateboarding, it's not my Stay Gold. Next time, before I get all excited, I'm gonna remember to Google some shit first. MEGAN SELING

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