Whitney is a folk rock/Americana band from Chicago, formed in 2015 by guitarist Max Kakacek and drummer/vocalist Julien Ehrlich following the breakup of their previous band, Smith Westerns. Their music blends elements of folk, soul, and country, characterized by Ehrlich’s falsetto vocals and a nostalgic, summery sound.

Dark Spring Boston Festival returns to Central Square with a one-day lineup of moody, goth-tinged electro rock outfits. Imagine a room full of Winona Ryders from Tim Burton’s original “Beetlejuice.” Artists include dark disco mavens Ex-Hyena, darkwavers Pilgrims, NYC surf goths Stare Away and more. Additional satellite...