Call to action. In a music funk (pun intended), please send your current favorite group. This is why I am off to see King Gizzard, thanks to a friend.

Two shout outs, go see Atomic Stop. Also, Talib Kweli at Blue Note (will be out of town), he is bringing a live band behind him and this is how hip hop should evolve and, dare I say, elevate to a new level.

Concerts added

• Men I Trust; Strongboi at Prospect Park Bandshell on July 18
• King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard at Forest Hills on August 2
• Statik Selektah at Fat Buddah on August 6
• Atomic Stop at Mercury Lounge on August 13
• Carrtoons at Isola on September 27
• Telula at Public Records on October 3
• Big Thief at Forest Hills on October 25
• Monster Rally at Baby's All Right on November 7