Even though it's their name, starting with what Universe People (the group) are may be the worst entry point for exploring what Universe People (the band) is. Also known as Cosmic People of Light Powers (catchy), Universe People are a Czech UFO religion that believe they can communicate telepathically with aliens. Like any successful, harmless religion, it is helmed by a magnetic leader (Ivo A. Benda) with unique abilities, secret knowledge of the fate of the world, and apparently a DVD player, given how many times it seems he's watched The Matrix.

Meanwhile, the band that's also called Universe People shares almost none of those traits.

Read Rev. Adam McKinney's full feature on Universe People in the Music & Culture section.

UNIVERSE PEOPLE, w/ Service Animal, Low Hums, Battersea, 8 p.m., Saturday, April 5, Bob's Java Jive, 2102 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, $5, 253.572.4020