Baked grooves: Formed in a college dorm in Boone, North Carolina, The Nude Party got its start at a regular gig as a house band, where performing in the buff earned the group a reputation as “the naked party band.” Nude Party’s sophomore album, Midnight Manor, harkens back to those house party days with a blend of rock ‘n’ roll infused with ’60s vibes. The record opens with lead singer Patton Magee channeling a nervy and agitated Lou Reed on “Lonely Heather.” Then there’s the lamentful yet upbeat “Pardon Me, Satan,” the kazoo-filled “Nashville Record Company,” and “Things Fall Apart,” a ’60s-style pop ballad. The band will perform, fully clothed, with opener Pearl Charles.
Thursday 9/15. $16-20, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 First St. S. thesoutherncville.com