Steel Train stays on the fast track

Don’t show up late to see fun — the pop music trio that breaks all kind of musical rules — or you’re going to miss Steel Train. That would be a shame, because Steel Train is running on a fast track. Don’t believe it? Just check out all the buzz about the band on various music boards and a YouTube clip showing them with Conan O’Brien during a three-minute version of his show.

IF YOU GO

Steel Train, supporting fun (with the Postelles)

» Where: 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW

» When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday

» Info: $15; 800-955-5566; 930.com

“2010 was our best year to date,” said Evan Winiker, bassist for the New Jersey-born band, which has one alumnus in fun. “2011 is going to be a great year, guaranteed.”