Neon this week

They took their name from a clown, from Stephen King’s “It,” but SoCal’s Pennywise always meant business with their high-velocity punk rock.

Now, former frontman Jim Lindberg, one of the most recognizable voices in the genre, has struck out on his own in The Black Pacific.

Dive in at 6 p.m. today at Area 702 Skatepark, 3040 Simmons St. Tickets are $16; call 870-7588.

— JASON BRACELIN