Music production duo Aivi Tran and Steven “Surasshu” Velema bill themselves as an “organic girl” and a “machine boy.” Together they compose tunes that meld blippy electronic beats, glistening synths and live piano. The result is reminiscent of the music that soundtracked some of the best RPGs of the last 30 years—from Zelda to Final Fantasy. In fact, the pair are known for a soundtrack of their own, as Aivi & Surasshu are responsible for scoring the Emmy-nominated Cartoon Network show Steven Universe. This performance is certainly aimed at drawing a FanimeCon crowd. It also features Slime Girls, Young Lovers and Post Boy. (NV)
Aivi & Surasshu
Sat, 7:30pm, $12+
Art Boutiki, San Jose
