The Untouchables, kings of the Southern California mod/ska scene circa 1984, appear at Brick by Brick on Aug. 7. They came impressively close to cracking the mainstream. Appearing in movies such as “Repoman” and scoring a minor U.K. hit with the song “Free Yourself,” their mix of reggae, rock, soul and funk became a mainstay of the summer festival circuit for over a decade. These days, the sole original member is singer Jerry Miller, but fans will be happy to know the song remains much the same, with the new-model Untouchables bringing a new energy to the music. The Untouchables: Saturday, Aug. 7 at 8 p.m. at Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave. 21 and up. $13. http://www.myspace.com /theuntouchablesla The granddaddy of all local cover or tribute bands, Rockola is also the best. Appearing Aug. 8 as part of the annual Concerts on the Green music series at Kate Sessions Park, whether they’re playing a Beatles album in its entirety or performing any of the dozens of classic rock hits in their repertoire, the band strives for an accuracy in their renditions that borders on the obsessive. Songs can range from Creedence Clearwater Revival to David Bowie, but they’re more than just a jukebox. The band, fronted by guitarist Bob Tedde puts on a terrific show, heavy on audience participation and fun. Between the scenic location and the selection of hit songs, this concert will be hard to beat. Rockola: Sunday, Aug. 8 at 4 p.m. at Concerts on the Green, Kate Sessions Park. All ages. Free. www.pbconcerts.org It’s tough enough to be a part of one hard-working band, but somehow bassist Sol Turpin manages three. He’s the frontman with the group 40 oz. of Freedom, a tribute to Sublime and also a member of The Cured, which performs songs by ’80s hitmakers the Cure. However it’s with Safety Orange, which perform at RT’s Longboard on Aug. 12, that Turpin really lets loose. The difference is that in this case he’s playing his own music, a radio-friendly mix of new wave and pop punk. Fans of either category approve, but if you like tunes that have equal parts adrenaline and melody, you’ll want to hear Safety Orange. Safety Orange: Thursday, Aug. 12 at 10 p.m. at RT’s Longboard, 1466 Garnet Ave. 21 and up.. www.myspace.com/safetyorange Anyone wanting to relive a bit of the ’80s glam metal or who wants to get a small taste of what it was like, might want to check out Metal Snake, which performs at the Wavehouse on Aug. 13. While it’s true that this is the least-respected genre going, it’s also true that many of the era’s tunes are now ingrained in the public psyche. From Poison’s “Every Rose Has It’s Thorn” to Ratt’s “Round and Round,” glam metal is littered with anthems, all guilty pleasures custom-made for singing along and now residing in Metal Snake’s repertoire. The band performs in costume for full effect, but what counts is that, at their core, they are a solid rock band which delivers an energetic set worth catching — with or without irony. Metal Snake: Friday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. at the Wavehouse, 3125 Oceanfront Walk. Cover TBD. 21 and up. www.myspace.com/metalsnake69 Danyavaad and the Shimmy Sisters, who perform at Tango Del Rey on Aug. 13, are a feast for the eyes and ears. A pairing of Danyavaad, a trio which performs original Middle Eastern-flavored music and the Shimmy Sisters, a belly dance troupe, the combo delivers a show that’s exciting and ever-changing. The Shimmy Sisters are siblings and adept at everything from stilt walking to hoop dancing, with both band and dancers in exotic and colorful costumes. Mix in the virtuoso electric sitar playing of group leader Greg Vaughan, and it all adds up to one of the most entertaining groups in San Diego today. Danyavaad and the Shimmy Sisters: Friday, Aug. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Tango Del Rey, 3567 Del Rey St. Free. All ages. www.danyavaad.com
