YELLOWCARD Lyrical exploration is as much part of this pop punk outfit as are rapidfire guitars. Yellowcard stands out from the pack by avoiding bogus posturing, and writing damn fine songs. Their most recent recording, When You’re Through Thinking, Say Yes, is a consistent effort, with writing matured over the past decade of recording and touring. With Every Avenue and Go Radio. (Samir Shukla)

Price: $17 advance; $20 day of show