Hailing from Tuscon, Arizona, Luca is the brainchild of Nick Luca, a much in-demand recording enigineer who has helmed records by such acclaimed acts as Calexico, Howe Gelb and Neko Case. He also recently served time as guitar player for former X frontman John Doe. Tinged with power-pop, psychedelia and country, Luca (the band) produces lush sounds that alternately bring to mind the Pernice Brothers, Badfinger and even Uncle Tupelo. Their most recent recording, Fractions (Funzalo Records), is a true gem that would appeal to any fan of the Jayhawks or Beatles-esque rock and roll. And don’t forget to check out their faithful rendition of Jonathan Richman’s notorious “I Was Dancing In a Lesbian Bar.” Luca performs at Mohawk Place on Tuesday (Jan. 29) at 8pm. Opening is Roger Bryan, who is getting ready to record the follow up to his acclaimed solo debut The Engine Hum.