Some names need to change. Starfucker tried to become Pyramidd. And now, due to a less-than-sympathetic muse, the band formerly known as Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head has gone through a process they called “bittersweet” but “necessary” to become Brite Futures. But don’t worry; the handclaps, the goofy lyrics, the get-down vibe, the too-catchy melodies—they haven’t gone anywhere. Headlining the Vera Project’s eighth annual “A Drink for the Kids” benefit, the electro-pop five-piece still makes the lovable party music they did before the switch. And judging by their first single under the new moniker, a spectacular sunshine anthem aptly titled “Dog Eared Summer,” the future for this gang is bright indeed. With Motopony. NICK FELDMAN

Sat., July 17, 8 p.m., 2010