The Fun Police, it must be said, are one of those workhorse local bands that absolutely fucking bring it. They treat each venue the same, making sure the crowd leaves dazed, a ringing in their ears and smiles on their faces - because they've just seen a show. Through a dizzying mesh of styles including Celtic rock, punk, and reggae, the Fun Police have created a sound all their own. Thursday, the band joins a bill including James Hunnicutt and I Defy at Hell's Kitchen. It's a benefit, which makes it all the more worthy; plus Thursday is the new Friday anyway. Benefit or not (and it is) bands like the Fun Police and I Defy will always welcome you with open arms - as long as you've still got a free hand to hold your beer. Expect and eclectic, memorable night. 

[Hell's Kitchen, with I Defy, James Hunnicutt, 9 p.m., $5 suggested donations, 928 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, 253.759.6003]