The Bad Plus

The Bad Plus, a heady jazz trio with a young, open-minded fanbase, regularly shows off the breadth of its musical ability. Its latest effort, Never Stop II, is its 13th studio recording and the first featuring pianist Orrin Evans alongside founding members, bassist Reid Anderson and drummer Dave King. The music on the release ranges from the somber piano-driven opening number "Hurricane Birds" to the eerie "Salvages," another piano-driven tune. Tonight, the group opens a two-night stand at the Bop Stop. (Jeff Niesel)