“Dude, your horn’s not plugged in!”

“Festival” gets kicked around a lot these days, so you’d be forgiven for raising an eyebrow at the Transistor Electronic Sound Art Festival, a two-day event taking place at Bender’s Tavern Friday and Saturday. But the fest, which utilizes Bender’s main room (familiar to fans of its packed karaoke and DJ nights) and its rock room (where the bands usually play) will unite 31 sound and visual artists, handily justifying the potentially dubious “festival” tag.

The second-annual fest includes everything from Cursed Chimera’s “dark IDM industrial dub” to the “8-bit electro” of Washington’s Square Wail and Gloam’s “ethereal experimental electronic rock.” If you’re a fan of electronic music you’re already well-versed in the nomenclature, and if you’re a newcomer, you can explore the sweetness with fresh ears. Nederland-based organizer Symbolic Insight’s mission statement says it all: “Showcasing innovative electronic artists, providing an outlet for community, networking, education, and fun for both the patrons and the performers.”

Advance tickets are available from Bender’s website or at the door for $10 per night. More information and detailed lineup can be found at transistorfestival.com.