Self-billed as combining garage rock, electronica and irony – and even more mysteriously, as “Superman on anti-depressants” – the Fairfax-based trio The Potentials make melodious pop music with the potential for wide appeal. It’s just one of at least three bands to perform at Jammin’ Java’s “Thursday Night Glow." Thursday, Aug. 27, at 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E. Vienna. Tickets are $12. Call 703-255-3747 or visit www.jamminjava.com.