Dopapod/Vibe & Direct

This marks Dopapod’s first show back in Cleveland with original drummer Neal “Fro” Evans, and we couldn’t be more delighted. The band offered a statement last fall: “As we count our blessings for every moment that we’ve experienced while surrounded by a wonderfully supportive family of fans, we’ve also found ourselves recounting the original chemistry that undeniably forged the path that we’re grateful to be walking.” To fans both new and old, the best place to start before tonight’s show would be Dopapod’s new live album, II Saw Live Dopapod, Evil Was II, the imaginatively titled follow-up to an earlier outing. Cue up “Faba,” which really seemed to anchor the band’s last studio album and here blossoms into a nearly 17-minute synth-trip beast. More of that and then some at the Beachland tonight! (Sandy)