The members of Anamanaguchi describe themselves as either a boy band of hackers or Ninja Turtles, depending on who you ask. Their music, inspired by Super Nintendo games and many rounds of laser tag at the local arcade, combines ‘90s-kid nostalgia with danceable melodies. Composed of cheery chiptuned tones and feverish BPMs, the band’s jams could double as the soundtrack to the raddest real-life bonus level. And this arcade-rave outfit has the repertoire to back it up: In 2010, the group scored a video-game adaptation of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Last May, Anamanaguchi released Endless Fantasy, an album the band says covers “reality and dreams, being young, and searching for agency in an infinite existence.” If you’ve been hoarding your gold coins, now might be the time to trade them in for tickets to this show. Anamanaguchi performs with Maxo at 7 p.m. at U Street Music Hall, 1115 U St. NW. $15. (202) 588-1889. ustreetmusichall.com.
Anamanaguchi at U Street Music Hall
Wednesday, Jan. 14
