Today’s Best Bets: 05-14-08

Gemini Cricket, Y/Our Sparkle Heart, Romanenko
8:30 p.m., Flicker Theatre and Bar

Gemini Cricket plays lo-fi pop songs with heavy reverb, influenced by Beat Happening, Starflyer 59, Mates of State, Rosebuds, Raveonettes and Yo La Tengo. Reminiscent of ’90s twee act Heavenly, Y/Our Sparkle Heart plays uplifting, indie folk rock with a cello that could break your heart. Local band Romanenko plays folk pop and has a new, five-song demo. - Trisha Klein

Napoleon Solo
9 p.m., Alibi Lounge

This local one man band plays popular music from the ’50s to today. - Trisha Klein