JD McPherson, The Modern Sounds, The Handphibians, Hometown Sweethearts

This Central Park Sessions concert is a boon for fans of retro-leaning, hard-driving musical treats. Singer/guitarist JD McPherson brings a punk edge to songs influenced heavily by ‘50s rockers and R&B; his highly-anticipated third album Undivided Heart and Soul emerges in October. The Modern Sounds, a trio led by guitarist Joel Paterson, whips up a mix of vintage blues, jazz, western swing and rockabilly influences into a sound wholly their own. Opening are the Hometown Sweethearts, kicking off a final weekend of shows before the departure of bassist Chris Boeger for Australia; and the Handphibians, celebrating their twentieth anniversary.

To benefit the Literacy Network