Tonight in L.A.: The Pains of Being Pure Heart, more

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[Salutations to birthday guy Carlos Santana today. Here’s what’s up tonight:]

NYC shoegaze/jangle-pop quartet the Pains of Being Pure at Heart [pictured], who played great shows at SXSW and at Spaceland earlier this year, return to L.A. – fresh from the Pitchfork Music Festival – for an engagement at the Echo. … If you like a little more sizzle on sweltering summer night, there’s plenty for you too: The Growlers and Sweaters provide support for Japanese Motors’ residency at the Echoplex, while the 87 Stick Up Kids add to the party at the Andy Clockwise residency at Spaceland. … At the Silverlake Lounge, Last American Buffalo continues its residency, and Spirit Vine is among the openers. … Also: Pocahaunted at the Smell; Jr. Juggernaut at Alex’s Bar in Long Beach; Lucy Walsh and Brandi Shearer at the Hotel Cafe; and Juke Kartel at the Viper Room.