TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb

TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb bring their eclectic Americana and blues to Johnny Brenda’s, blending cinematic arrangements with raw songs about heartbreak, whiskey, loneliness, depression, and hard-luck lives. The band’s ragged, lo-fi sound has been compared to The Basement Tapes and Anodyne, while descriptions from WXPN, Pop Montreal, USA Today, and PopMatters characterize them as evocative, energetic, and among Philadelphia’s most sought-after bands.

The evening also features Squawk Brothers, a six-piece country-influenced group formed by members of The Teeth and Purples, and Mandy Valentine, a Philadelphia six-piece country-western rock & roll band known for lively original songs and covers influenced by Elvis, Dolly Parton, The Beatles, and 1960s girl groups.

When: Saturday, November 28

Showtimes: Doors open at 8 p.m.; the show begins at 9 p.m.

Lineup: TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb, Squawk Brothers, and Mandy Valentine

TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb: The band creates an eclectic blend of Americana and blues, pairing dusty, cinematic arrangements with lyrical stories of depravity, heartbreak, whiskey, and hard-luck humanity.

Squawk Brothers: The group began with members of Philly indie-rock bands The Teeth and Purples and has developed into a six-piece ensemble with the additions of Eliza Becker and Nakita Beauregard.

Mandy Valentine: This six-piece country-western rock & roll band is led by Missy Pidgeon on guitar and vocals, with Abbey Heier and Delaney Keefe on backing vocals and percussion, Freddie Randall III on country guitar, Jay Johnson on bass, and Mattie “Kimi” Klauser on drums. The band’s newer singles include “No Good,” “Play Pretend,” and “New Jersey,” following its debut record, *Gone West*.

Tickets: $25.65 for general admission

Ages: 21 and up; valid identification is required for entry

Venue: Johnny Brenda’s