9:30 p.m. $6 (21+), $8 (18+). www.calendonialounge.com

Dead Dog

Local band delivers frenetic, spunky lo-fi punk delivered with a pop smile.

Jeff the Brotherhood

Dirty, psychedelic garage rock spews from this energetic Nashville duo.

Screaming Females

Blistering, gritty punk energy paired with accessible, classic rock rhythms and DIY aesthetic. Featuring Marissa Paternoster on lead guitar and vocals, one of the most mind-blowing, ferocious shredders you'll ever see.

Witches

Local rock band featuring Cara Beth Satalino on lead vocals backed by a drummer and bassist. Influences include The Breeders and Neil Young.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar

CJ Boyd

Ambient and experimental sounds mix with electric bass and harmonica to create a multi-layered ethereal musical experience.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Punk Rock Night

Every Tuesday at Little Kings! Featuring a mix of punk rock bands and DJ-led dance parties.

9 p.m. www.newearthmusichall.com

P.O.S.I.T.I.V.E.

New Earth launched its non-profit P.O.S.I.T.I.V.E. (Putting Ourselves In the Immediate Vibration Earth) as a means to raise funds and awareness for various causes through live music. Tonight's show features Orquesta Grogus and One L playing world music, with proceeds benefiting Doctors Without Borders.

10 p.m. $1. 706-546-4742

Sumilan

Local progressive jam rockers.

9 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Open Mic Series

Six separate acts have the opportunity to impress the judges based on vocals, performance and songwriting. Week four of a six week series.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Drew Beskin

District Attorneys founding member performs his pop-leaning Americana solo. Performing tonight with special guests.

Founder and the Invisibles

Local singer-songwriter and UGA student Drew Dixon's band accompanies his John Mayer-like vocals with blues and soul-inspired arrangements.

6 p.m. $3. www.meltingpointathens.com

Silverbird Duo

Part of the Terrapin Bluegrass Series. All ages welcome.

8 p.m. $16 (adv.). www.40watt.com

Evan Dando

Frontman of the landmark alternative rock band The Lemonheads, Dando's solo work emphasizies his candid, visceral songwriting delivered with classic, bittersweet slacker melancholoy. The Lemonheads released Varshons in '09, a collection of covers.

Retric

Local musician Ryan Hetrick is backed by a revolving cast of local musicians ranging stylistically from old school rock, bluegrass, acoustic and punk.

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Bow Legged Gorilla

Impressive beat boxing one-man band from Baltimore who also raps, sings and plays guitar while operating some sort of accordion-type device with his foot.

Damon Moon and the Whispering Drifters

This band from "the hills of Georgia" mixes guitars, bass and drums to make '70s psychedelic-influenced folk rock.

Geisterkatzen

While there are no descriptions or links to songs online, these guys sure do love cats. Featuring guitar, keyboards, bass, drums and saxophone, this Athens-based experimental noise band is sure to be interesting.

MacGregor Burns

Acoustic guitar and clever lyrics merge to form a folky sound.

11:30 p.m. FREE! www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Songwriter Showcase

Featuring solo acoustic performances by: Boda, Greg Slattery (Shallow Palace), Jessie Marston (Romanenko), Chris Ingram (Jimmy Kind Bud) and Todd Killings (Dead Dog).

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar

Chappo

Fast-paced psychedlic rock.

Maximum Busy Muscle

Local tech-metal trio featuring Jay Roach on guitar, Mary Joyce on drums and Kris Deason on bass.

Noon–2 p.m. FREE! 706-548-4261

Kevin Fleming

Spanish and Latin guitar, every Wednesday during lunch.

6:30 – 9 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com (Harris St.)

Jay Ring and Kip Jones

Americana-infused acoustic duo.

9 p.m. "Relay for Life Cancer Benefit." www.newearthmusichall.com

Party City

Local duo that combines a heavily electronic sound with traditional instrumentation.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Just Peachy

No info available.

11 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Swing the Lead

Pop-punk four-piece from Texas.

The Ron Johnsons

Brand-new progressive rock band that incorporates unique Latin and jazz influences.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Danny Trashville

Smooth, cool outlaw country.

Skeletonwitch / Doomriders

The Friday Night Boys

8:30 p.m. $5. www.meltingpointathens.com

Rachel Farley

Performing since the age of five, this teenager's decadently rich vocals swoon over country-flavored pop numbers.

Killswitch Engage

10 p.m. FREE! 706-208-1283

Positive Mental Trip

As a one man band from New York, Luke Weiler combines beats, sound loops, guitar and vocals for a unique sound.

9 p.m. $6 (21+), $7 (18+). www.40watt.com

Brad Downs & the Poor Bastard Souls

Local singer-songwriter performs roots rock with his all-star band. His recently released debut record includes guest appearances by members of R.E.M., Widespread Panic, Drive-By Truckers, Bloodkin and more!

William Tonks

Local folk rocker William Tonks (Workhorses, Barbara Cue, etc.) performs a solo set of his songs on guitar and dobro. His earnest delivery and palpable sincerity recall the tender vocals of James Taylor and the subtle Southern tones of Gram Parsons.

7 p.m. $6 suggested donation. www.athica.org

Killick

Freeform jazz experimentalist coaxes unconventional sounds from his H'arpeggione.

The CJ Boyd "Sextet"

An ever-changing, ever-touring improvisational chamber orchestra exploring the connection between music and sexuality.

10 p.m. $8 (21+), $10 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Jerry Joseph

Soulful singer/songwriter from Portland with achingly emotional lyrics and a sort of Heartland rocker persona that's been compared to Neil Young and Steve Earle.

11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com

Kyshona Armstrong

Local songstress Kyshona sings soulful ballads over acoustic guitar. She has been compared to Tracy Chapman, Diana Krall and Dionne Farris.

8:30 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Man Gave Names to All the Animals, Vol. 3

A songwriter night hosted by Efren and friends, including Justin Evans, Andrew Vickery, Danny Brewer, Joe Chalmers and Brian Nolan.

8 p.m. Early show. www.myspace.com/gobar

Bomb the Music Industry

Musician Jeff Rosenstock finds company with Jeff Tobias (We Versus the Shark, Pegasuses-XL, Dark Meat) and Matt Kurz (The Matt Kurz One), taking what could be a one-man operation of electro-tinged ska-punk noises into the realm of triohood.

Peace, Loving

Transcendental experimental music.

9 p.m. $20 (adv.). www.newearthmusichall.com

Supervillains

Reggae and ska from Orlando, FL.

The Wailers

Bob Marley's legendary reggae ensemble.

10 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Capsule Corp

Electronic dance music.

10 p.m. FREE! www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

The Blekers

Young Andrew Bleke's band plays piano-driven jazz and woeful blues. He lists Ben Folds as a major influence.

Justin Kennedy

Local singer-songwriter with a country drawl who sings earnest, radio-ready ballads about the trials and tribulations of daily life.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Kyshona Armstrong

Local songstress Kyshona sings soulful ballads over acoustic guitar. She has been compared to Tracy Chapman, Diana Krall and Dionne Farris. Also performing at Farm 255 later tonight.

Sondre Lerche

8:30 p.m. $7. www.meltingpointathens.com

The Big Daddy's

Clarence Young (Rack of Spam, The Jesters) teams up with Bill Pappas, Kenny Head (The Georgia Satellites), Tim Pritchett and Chris Hillsman to turn out some good-time Southern rock tunes.

8 p.m. 706-542-4400

2nd Thursday Concert Series

An evening of Lieder, vocal and instrumental chamber works by Robert Schumann

6 – 9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-1010

Kevin Hyde

Leads a local jazz ensemble.

Royce Anne Waldorf

After a six-year sabbatical, Royce Anne is back, performing her unique style of jazz featuring a sultry voice and strong storytelling.

7 p.m. $12. 706-354-6655

Elvis!

A night with The King. Featuring a live band.

10 p.m. $7 (21+), $10 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Cold Cave

A collage of darkwave and experimental synthpop featuring ex-members of Xiu Xiu and Some Girls.

Nite Jewel

The performing moniker of Ramona Gonzalez, who creates layered, shoegazey, new-wave disco on eight-track cassettes.

Reptar

This up-and-coming local quartet sounds like the result of Animal Collective and Talking Heads teaming up to travel back in time and fight Napoleon. Dance shoes recommended. There will probably be face paint, glitter and/or confetti.

9 p.m. $5. 706-543-9009

Jason Coley Band

Southern rock from Fairburn/Atlanta, GA.

10 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com

Catawba

Local four-piece playing mellow indie rock informed by windswept Americana.

Efren

Local indie swamp-folk band plays selections from their new album Thunder and Moan. The lyrics, sung in that classic "whiskey-soaked" whisper, are tender, dark and heavy with emotion.

"Haiti Benefit." 8:30 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

The HEAP

Funky local indie-soul band based here in Athens.

Madeline

Bell-voiced local songwriter Madeline Adams plays endearing songs of smalltown loves, hopes and other assorted torments and joys.

Mother Jackson

Local band offering a heavy dose of raw, blues-influenced, '70s rock and roll. You'll also hear some songs that singer Paul McHugh originally played with his other band, Sweetbox.

Still, Small Voice and the Joyful Noise

Says the band: "An instrument for indicating or measuring an electric current by means of a mechanical motion derived from electromagnetic or electrodynamic forces produced by the current." Except it's really a lot more rock than... science.

7 p.m. FREE! www.gnatslanding.net

TJ Mimbs

This local acoustic singer-songwriter plays melodramatic pop in the vein of Dave Matthews.

Valentine's Party. 10 p.m. $3. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Daffodil

Local trio plays fuzzed-out, early-'90s sounding heavy rock and roll.

F'n Heartbreaks

Atlanta-based doo-wop pop band.

Nuclear Spring

Local rock band that has found a happy medium between folk and glam with occasional Kinks-like tendencies.

9 p.m. $10, $8 (adv.). www.newearthmusichall.com

Dark Meat

Last show ever!

Judi Chicago

Atlanta's performance-spectacle duo Judi Chicago plays a greased-up, grimy and dancey electrofunk freakpop, often replete with booty shorts or other equally revealing outfits. You will dance. It's impossible to resist.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Doctor Squid

Jangly, frenetic rock and roll at its best when emphasizing its British Invasion sounds.

Groove Tangent

Debut performance! They will be playing covers from artists including Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd and Jet.

Mac N Chz

These Southern rockers do originals and classic covers with their own unique spin.

Vanillin

Local funk rock group performing newly written songs and a couple of covers.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Clap for Daylight

Melodic alternative rock from Decatur, GA.

Bowerbirds

10 p.m. 706-353-4721

Melvin Mathurin Jazz Quartet

Essential and original jazz compositions.

Family Counseling Benefit. 8:30 p.m. $8 (adv.), $12 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com

Half Dozen Brass Band

Highly praised local ensemble, and Athens' only New Orleans-style brass band, claims Rebirth, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Youngblood Brass Band as influences.

8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840

The Unforgiven

Expect bluesy tunes from this Atlanta-based four-piece.

Galactic

4 p.m. www.wuga.org

"It's Friday!"

Lionz and Steve Key will perform on the local radio station's weekly program. University Cable Channel 15 will also broadcast the show.

8 p.m. $22.50 (adv.) www.40watt.com

Alex Band

Former singer/songwriter of The Calling.

B-Liminal

Positive grooves combining reggae, surf and a little bit of rock.

Sister Hazel

Radio-friendly mid-'90s college "alternatives" from Florida, known for chart-topping hits like "All For You." C'mon down all you hazelnuts!

9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-1010

Southern Soul

Lively rock, funk and new covers plus originals.

9:30 p.m. FREE! www.allensbarandgrill.com

Granny's Gin

Augusta jam band with funky psychedelic sounds.

7 p.m. $10. 706-354-6655

David Prince

This Athens staple and one-time member of The Jesters plays your favorite soul, rock and R&B oldies.

$5 (21+), $7 (18+), FREE! (ladies until Midnight). www.caledonialounge.com

R&B Night for the Ladies

Featuring the smooth sounds of Me.Lee, Dead Fresh Ent., Dii Jai and D. Hudson. Aww, yeah.

9 p.m. $7, $5 (w/ UGA student ID). 706-543-9009

Holman Autry Band

Fans of Southern rock icons like Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allman Brothers will love Holman Autry Band's rowdy rock and roll.

11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com

Free Ticket

Southern rock with a psychedelic twist.

Drew Kohl

Original singer/songwriter who plays bluegrass-inspired folk music.

Masters of Persian Music

Experimental folk band with infusions of Southern rock.

8 p.m. $10. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Zombie Prom

Dress up in your zombie best for a party that will bring you back from the dead! Featuring live music by Zombie Halo (AKA Hola Halo), Animals That Will Kill Yer Ass and DJ B.R.A.I.N.Z. There will be face painting, a photobooth and more!

7 p.m. FREE! www.gnatslanding.net

Tongue and Groove

The acoustic quartet of Henry Williams, Don Henderson, Jason Peckham and Amy Moon plays lively covers and originals.

"WUOG Valentines Dance." 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar

La Chansons

Dancey electropop duo from Atlanta featuring a former Athenian, two keyboards, a laptop and female vocals.

"A Valentine for Haiti." 9 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Lullwater

This local rock band offers high energy and solid melodies that pull from both alternative music and acoustic folk.

Mama's Love

Young, funky jam band from right here in Athens. The band's slogan says it all: "bringin' it back to the roots while goin' beyond the bounds."

Sumilan

Local progressive jam rockers.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Harp Unstrung

Alternative rock with a funky, jam-band twist. Lush harmony vocals and guitar-driven songs that will invite you to the dance floor.

8:30 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com

Francine Reed

Known to most of the world as Lyle Lovett's duet partner and backup vocalist, this Chicago-born singer also has collaborated with Marvin Taylor, Willie Nelson and Delbert McClinton. Now based out of Atlanta, Reed continues the soul-blues tradition of Carla Thomas, Irma Thomas and Etta James.

8:30 p.m. $5. 706-546-0840

Dwight Wilson and the Classic City Soul

AKA Grains of Sand. Expect two sets of Motown rhythm and blues!

8 p.m. $20 (21+). www.therialtoroom.com.

Randall Bramblett

Longtime Athenian Randall Bramblett will perform his blend of funky, soulful Southern Americana. This show will preview Barmblett's upcoming new release The Meantime.

Flogging Molly

9 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com

Rand Lines Trio

Rand Lines and fellow trio members, drummer Carlton Owens and bassist Dennis Baraw, play modern and original jazz compositions.

Noon-3 p.m. FREE! www.squareonefishco.com

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Rotating local jazz artists play Sunday afternoons on the patio.

Tortoise

7 p.m. $7. www.meltingpointathens.com

Leslie Helpert

Local singer-songwriter covers the songs of Billie Holiday in this special tribute performance. She'll be accompanied by Chris Enghauser on bass, Kevin Hyde on trombone and keys, Marlon Patton on drums and Trey Wright on guitar.

Howie Day

9 p.m.–midnight. FREE! www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Kenosha Kid

One of Athens' most prized and inventive jazz ensembles continues its Monday night residency at Flicker, rehearsing new material for an upcoming release. Expect visual treats on the projection screen and inspiring work from guitarist Dan Nettles, bassist Neal Fountain and drummer Marlon Patton.

9 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Open Mic Series

Six separate acts have the opportunity to impress the judges based on vocals, performance and songwriting. Week four of a six week series.

8 p.m. $16 (adv.). www.40watt.com

As Tall As Lions

Moody, ambient indie rock from Long Island, NY.

Cage the Elephant

Having recently relocated to East London, England, this Kentucky-bred band blends American and British alternative rock.

Morning Teleportation

Portland-based ensemble with punchy vocals and a dancey, psychedelic vibe.

Winston Audio

These favorite gentlemen from Atlanta perform guitar-driven alternative rock that, at its more solemn moments, is epic and cinematic.

Celtic Woman

7 p.m. FREE! www.gnatslanding.net

The Deacon Brandon Reeves

This resonator-bass-drums three-piece from Atlanta churns out upbeat yet bluesy tunes.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar

Cedro Danado

New experimental music from Georgia. The tracks on Cedro Danado's MySpace bear a resemblance to the music added to Maya Deren's Meshes of the Afternoon film.

Divided Like a Saint's

Local envelope-pushing rock band.

Mother Earth

Psychedelic rock.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Punk Rock Night

Every Tuesday at Little Kings! Featuring a mix of punk rock bands and DJ-led dance parties.

P.O.S.I.T.I.V.E. Benefit. 9 p.m. www.newearthmusichall.com

Zion-I

Oakland hip-hop duo of Amplive and MC Zion provide organic, inspiring rhymes and original, layered grooves.

10 p.m. $2. 706-546-4742

Free Lunch Trio

Local band consisting of three guys and a passion for music. Jazzy, funky rock with grunge roots.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Nemo

No info available.

Tab Benoit

9 p.m. $3. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Futurebirds

Local folk-rock collective with a tattered, raspy edge. This show is part of the band's continuing residency at Tasty World, with shows every other Tuesday until Mardi Gras.

Holy Liars

This local four-piece tends toward blue-collar rock, not unlike a more polished early Uncle Tupelo or the cow-punkier moments of Social Distortion.

Generationals

7 p.m. $3 (18+). www.meltingpointathens.com

The Mudflapjacks

This local band performs old-time country and bluegrass jams. Part of the weekly Terrapin Bluegrass Series.

"Girls Rock Camp Benefit." 8 p.m. $5 (adv.). www.40watt.com

Creepy

These five local ladies weave haunting harmonies and vitriolic cries over lush psychedelic sounds.

Incendiaries

Local indie-prog outfit featuring ex-Cinemechanica bassist and Shitty Candy member Erica Strout.

The Orkids

Local electropop group guaranteed to get you dancing.

Allison Weiss

Heartfelt singer/songwriter with quirky charm, sharp pop sensibilities and an avid online following. Her album, Allison Weiss Was Right All Along, is out now!

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Elsinore

Alternative pop band from Champaign, IL with soaring, super melodic vocals and bouncy guitars that have a very British feel, like a guitar-driven Keane.

Soapbar

Local group plays shaggy, diverse alt-rock informed by its lo-fi and folk peers.

Spring Tigers

Taking cues from bands like XTC and Blur, local band Spring Tigers offers up angular pop rock. Their self-titled debut EP is out now!

We Landed on the Moon

Catchy, danceable rock fronted by female vocals and driven by synth.

Utah / Mordella / Cat Meat

11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com

Gabriel Kelley

Whether solo or with his backing band, Gabriel Kelley Zorbanos (ex-Gabriel Young) plays heartfelt acoustic folk music informed by rustic country and Appalachian sounds.

11:30 p.m. FREE! www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Songwriter Showcase

Featuring solo acoustic performances by local musicians: Phillip Westmoreland, Joe Orr, Coy King, Lee Markey and Mr. Guppyfin.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar

Bang Utot

Featuring a fresh lineup and a sound that has only been described as "styrofoam music" as opposed to "paper cup music," which is apparently what the band used to be.

Eureka California

Local indie band influenced by American indie that sounds like British indie influenced by American indie. CD Release show.

La Snacks

Tuneful indie rock from Austin.

Transmography

Abstract rhythms and instrumental freak-outs.

Werewolves

Local band featuring quirky lo-fi rock with bright, bouncy flourishes.

Noon–2 p.m. FREE! 706-548-4261

Kevin Fleming

Spanish and Latin guitar, every Wednesday during lunch.

8 p.m. www.newearthmusichall.com

Archnemesis

Side project from the electronic dub/jam act Telepath.

Flight Risk

New side project from members of DubConscious.

10 p.m. $2. 706-546-4742

Nathan Sheppard

The local acoustic guitarist-harmonicist is known for his emotive singing style and his modern reworkings of classic tunes, from Dylan and Neil Young to Van Morrison.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Patrick Atwater

Original and cover tunes, all intertwined with live looping and drum & bass grooves.

Funky Fiasco

Jam band that incorporates trumpet and saxophone for a driving and energetic sound.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Cell Fehrenbach

Acoustic folk that is hard-hitting, emotional and often funny.

8:30 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.meltingpointathens.com

Amy Ray's Rock Show

The acclaimed Indigo Girl trades in her acoustic guitar for a Les Paul for an electrified solo set featuring tracks off her new album Didn't It Feel Kinder.

Brandi Carlile

Melodic folk-pop charmer Brandi Carlile recently released her third album, Give Up the Ghost.

8:30 p.m. $11 (adv.). www.40watt.com

Akron/Family

Experimental folk rock band known for using improvisation and three part harmonies among psychedelic and electronic elements.

Warpaint

Low-key folky music with a psychedelic bend.

10 p.m. $6 (21+), $8 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com˜

Cotton Jones

Influenced by 60s psych pop, their melodies are soulful and simple.

Thayer Sarrano

Local singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with lovely, airy vocals singing dark, gentle melodies over guitar while backed by lap steel, bass and drums. King is the latest new album.

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

Kinky Waikiki

Featuring members of Kenosha Kid, Birds+Wire, Big C and the Ringers, Vigilantes of Love and Pride Parade, this group plays modern arrangements of traditional Hawaiian music, with a little Western swing thrown into the mix.

8:30 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Curley Maple

Fiddler David Blackmon's progressive old-time project. He's joined by wife Noel and Christian Lopez on mandolin and guitar, and Chris Enghauser on bass.

10 p.m. $3. 706-546-4742

SNAP

Snap!, formerly known as the King Daddy Conspiracy, features organ-heavy funk/jazz tunes delivered by local all-stars.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Hot Politics

Jazzy funk from Greensboro, North Carolina.

JazzChronic

Local five-piece explores freaky, funky, psychedelic fusion jazz while incorporating rock, R&B, heavy beats and more into the stew.

"FOR HAITI Benefit Concert." 9 p.m. $7. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

FireZuave

Dreamy, fun psych-pop based here in town.

Heypenny

Theatrical Nashville band in marching band uniforms puts on a lively show infused with poppy lo-fi indie rock.

The Wales

Brand-new local band.

Vanillin

Information coming soon!

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Lefty Williams

Although this artist was born without a right hand, that didn't stop him from playing guitar as early as age four. Williams later went on to graduate with honors from the Atlanta Institute of Music. His album Snake Oil was released in July and produced by John Keane.

Keller Williams

8 p.m. $15 (adv.). www.40watt.com

The Vic Show

Featuring Todd McBride, Rob Veal, Daniel Hutchens, Jack Logan and Kelly Keneipp, and many more.

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Caltrop

This Chapel Hill band offers heavy, riff-based rock that takes its cues from Sabbath but presents them in a series of very modern arrangements.

Powers

Four guitarists and one drummer, set up in the corners of the venue for the full, quadrophonic rock experience. Featuring members of Cinemechanica, Lazer/Wülf, We vs. the Shark and Coulier.

Savagist

New Athens band featuring fine folks from local bands 300 Cobras, Hot Breath and The Dumps.

Surfer Blood / Holiday Shores / Turbo Fruits

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

David Dowless

David Dowless and friends play bluegrass.

9 p.m. www.newearthmusichall.com

Big Gigantic

Combining elements of electronica, hip-hop and hardcore for a unique sound.

Two Fresh

Electronic hip-hop jazz.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Patrick Atwater

Original and cover tunes, all intertwined with live looping and drum & bass grooves.

Orange Magnolia

Bluesy psychedlic jams.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Blossom Creek Breeze

This duo plays relaxed, upbeat guitar tunes.

9 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com

Abbey Road LIVE!

Here come the sun kings! The local cover band delivers a start-to-finish performance of The Beatles' Abbey Road and tosses in other high-energy, later-era Beatles rockers.

North Mississippi Allstars

4 p.m. www.wuga.org

Caroline Aiken

Renowned acoustic folk artist who shared the stage with The Indigo Girls for some time. Her soulful voice purrs the blues over bright finger-picking.

Boo Ray

Soulful singer-songwriter who takes inspiration from Glen Campbell and Exile on Main St.-era Rolling Stones. Joined by his new band which features Daniel Marler, Steve Abercrombie, Nate Hale and Anna Innecken.

8 p.m. $15 (adv.). www.40watt.com

The Vic Show

Featuring Patterson Hood, Victoria Williams, Will Johnson (Centromatic), Howe Gelb, Mercyland and many more.

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Bambara

CD Release. Local power trio has a sound that draws from both the atmospherics of bands like Slowdive and the ferocity of bands like Fugazi.

Carnivores

Fun grunge-pop from Atlanta natives.

Reptar

This up-and-coming local quartet sounds like the result of Animal Collective and Talking Heads teaming up to travel back in time and fight Napoleon. Dance shoes recommended.

Shithead

This band wants you to pronounce its name "shy-theed‚" The tunes are laid back with a jam band sort of vibe.

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

Kenosha Kid

One of Athens' most prized and inventive jazz ensembles. Expect visual treats on the projection screen and inspiring work from guitarist Dan Nettles, bassist Neal Fountain and drummer Marlon Patton.

8:30 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Ghost Bird

Information coming soon!

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Best Brothers Band

Atlanta band that plays R&B infused with a Dave Matthews Band kind of sound.

Betsy Franck & the Bare Knuckle Band

Soulful, brassy Southern rock and country songs rooted in tradition, but with a modern sensibility.

9 p.m. $?. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Project 7

Dance Troupe.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Blue Billy Grit

Live bluegrass! Performing originals and some great covers including The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin, and even Alanis Morissette.

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears

Cedric Burnside

8:30p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (door). www.meltingpoingathens.com

Grogus

The local and long-running ensemble plays jazz and salsa accentuated with reggae, hip-hop and Afro-Cuban styles.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/bens_bikes

The Jack Burton

Local punk band featuring former members of departed Athens faves like Hunter-Gatherer, Let's Surf! and Exit 86.

Nana Grizol

Local punk band that plays songs about shooting stars, fancy cars and red guitars.

Sea of Dogs

Songwriter and banjo-picker Emily Armond leads this endaring folk group with disarming honesty, candid lyrics and warm harmonies.

The Sugar Dicks

"We'll be playing some of that greasy garage rock the kids are so fond of these days," says Gabe Vodicka of Long Legged Woman, describing his new band.

Noon-3 p.m. FREE! www.squareonefishco.com

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Rotating local jazz artists play Sunday afternoons on the patio.

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Come What May

Local post-hardcore band based in Athens.

9 p.m.–midnight. FREE! www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Kenosha Kid

One of Athens' most prized and inventive jazz ensembles continues its Monday night residency at Flicker, rehearsing new material for an upcoming release. Expect visual treats on the projection screen and inspiring work from guitarist Dan Nettles, bassist Neal Fountain and drummer Marlon Patton.

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Josh Gurley

Local Christian rock performer who uses his music as a medium for communicating his messages of worship and praise.

Justin Kennedy

Local singer-songwriter with a country drawl who sings earnest, radio-ready ballads about the trials and tribulations of daily life.

Providence Rd

Information coming soon!

8 p.m. $30. www.indigoathens.com

Mike Dekle

After having several of his songs recorded by some of country music's most well-known artists, this songwriter continues to write and perform with a passion of his own.

Rachel Farley

Performing since the age of five, this teenager's decadently rich vocals swoon over country-flavored pop numbers.

Colt Ford

A little bit country, a little bit... rap. Somehow Ford makes this unusual pairing of genres sound natural with his Southern charm and urban style. It's not often you get to hear a bit of fiddlin' between rap verses.

Brantley Gilbert

This Jefferson country-rock songwriter plays the kind of rags-to-riches, small-town-dreamin' songs that aggressively go for the heartstrings.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Punk Rock Night

Every Tuesday at Little Kings! Featuring a mix of punk rock bands and DJ-led dance parties.

9 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens

Open Mic Series

Six separate acts have the opportunity to impress the judges based on vocals, performance and songwriting. Week four of a six week series.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Old House

Local acoustic-pop outfit that recently finished its debut album.

Leslie and the LY's

7 p.m. $3 (all ages). www.meltingpoint.com

High Strung String Band

Terrapin Bluegrass Series.

Tegan and Sarah

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Dusty Lightswitch

Described as "one of the most exciting and satisfying live bands in town" by our own Gordon Lamb, this revolving cast of local eccentrics delivers rock and roll with epic possibilites.

Manger

Information coming soon!

Romanenko

Local trio draws from '70s pop and folk with a modern rock edge, like Mary Timony fronting the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

Noon–2 p.m. FREE! 706-548-4261

Kevin Fleming

Spanish and Latin guitar, every Wednesday during lunch.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Buttermilk Revival

Traditional bluegrass tribute, including songs by the Stanley Brothers, Bill Monroe and many others.

Black Dahlia Murder

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Brave Young

Information coming soon!

Yaal Hush

New local hard psych band featuring members of Dark Meat, Chrissakes and Part Bear making noise on guitar, keys and oscillator.

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

Little Francis

Steven Grubbs plays songs backed by Jesse Thompson, Jordan Noel and Brian Connell, sounding like rowdy, anthemic folk music mixed with early-'50s rock and roll.

George Strait / Reba McEntire

9 p.m. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

TJ Mimbs

CD Release. This local acoustic singer-songwriter plays melodramatic pop in the vein of Dave Matthews.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Tomorrow People

Atlanta-based rock and roll band that plays bluesy covers and originals.

The Clientele

Alice in Chains

"Haiti Benefit" www.40watt.com

Henry Barbe

The next generation of local rockers! David Barbe's son takes center stage. Henry made his live solo debut back in May.

Casper & the Cookies

Increasingly experimental but always rooted in pop sensibilities, this local act presents a danceable mix of quirky fun driven by keyboard and guitar.

Native Kid

Soulful indie pop.

Quiet Hooves

Pop-oriented experimental psych-folk from here in town featuring creative arrangements.

Whales and Cops

Quirky and upbeat psych-pop.

9:30 p.m. FREE! www.allensbarandgrill.com

Teratonic

Information coming soon!

10 p.m. $? (21+), $2 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Twin Tigers

CD Release. Loud and lush at the same time, this local rock band combines jarring guitar riffs with sweeping melodies and heavy percussion. Debut full-length coming in January.

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

Junk Culture

Coming from the unlikely town of Oxford, Mississippi, this electronica band loves to sample everything from video games to Indian music to create a chill, ambient symphony of sounds.

9 p.m. $?. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

The Bobby Compton Band

Country and Southern rock the way it's meant to be played.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

74 Matadors

Information coming soon!

Kyshona Armstrong

Blur Release Party.

Alice in Chains

Dark Star Orchestra

4 p.m. www.wuga.org

Pocketful of Claptonite

Pulling the power trio into a wide open stream of consciousness, this new local group features Darrin Cook on bass, Jamie DeRevere on drums (the same rhythm section as Breathlanes) and acclaimed experimental artist Killick on guitar. No, it is neither an Eric Clapton tribute nor a Spin Doctors cover act.

Shallow Palace

Riff-heavy, bluesy rock and roll with sheer punk-rock energy.

Cowboy Angel Music Showcase 9 p.m. $6 www.40wattclub.com

Adam Klein

Singer-songwriter who blends the finest elements of folk, Americana and country with poetic lyricism and striking imagery to create engaging, well-crafted songs.

The Granfalloons

Georgians playing sunny Americana with twangy guitars, the occasional accordion and lots of pop melodies. Currently recording in Athens at The Troubador Den Studio. New full-length Songs to Sing is out now!

Little Country Giants

Stellar old-time folk, country and blues from Rome, GA.

Nutria

This rootsy local powerpop band features former members of The Eskimos and The Possibilities.

9:30 p.m. FREE! www.allensbarandgrill.com

Chase 56

Information coming soon!

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Chrissakes

Local hardcore band with haunting, brooding guitar riffs, throbbing bass lines and explosive, screaming vocals.

Lamb Handler

This Charlotte band takes Southern rock to a new level like an Eagles of Death Metal and Johnny Cash sandwich.

Matt Kurz One

One-man rock machine Matt Kurz literally plays drums, keyboard, guitar and bass, by himself, all at the same time. Expect a mix of garage rock stomps and bluesy croons.

Shallow Palace

Riff-heavy, bluesy rock and roll with sheer punk-rock energy.

11 p.m. www.farm255.com

Kite to the Moon

This year-old band is comprised of experienced Athens natives (Timi Conley, Jay Rodgers, Andrew Hanmer). Kite to the Moon is known for its stimulating live show featuring jubilant, rowdy pop music accompanied by spontaneous video mixing.

9 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/flickerbar

Besides Daniel

Inspiring indie-folk band from Atlanta with songs about "life, faith, daydreams and adventure."

Efren

Information coming soon!

www.newearthmusichall.com

Daedelus

Information coming soon!

Gaslamp Killer

Information coming soon!

The Jogger

Information coming soon!

Nosaj Thing

Information coming soon!

Jay-Z

9 p.m. www.myspace.com/tastyworlduptown

Futurebirds

Local folk-rock collective with a tattered, raspy edge.

Jonny Corndawg

Off-kilter country flavored tongue-in-cheek ballads.

Those Darlins

Information coming soon!

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Harp Unstrung

Alternative rock with a funky, jam-band twist. Lush harmony vocals and guitar-driven songs that will invite you to the dance floor.

8:30 p.m. $10 (adv.), $13 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com

Dirk Howell Band

Party band featuring '60s-style R&B and beach music.

Trey Anastasio

Dark Star Orchestra

"Headbanger's Bowl." 8 p.m. $3 (21+), $5 (under 21). www.kingpinsbowlandbrew.com

Black Tusk

Self-described "swamp metal" from Savannah. The record Passage Through Purgatory is available through Hyperrealist Records.

No

from Montgomery, AL.

Pocketful of Claptonite

Pulling the power trio into a wide open stream of consciousness, this new local group features Darrin Cook on bass, Jamie DeRevere on drums (the same rhythm section as Breathlanes) and acclaimed experimental artist Killick on guitar. No, it is neither an Eric Clapton tribute nor a Spin Doctors cover act.

Noon-3 p.m. FREE! www.squareonefishco.com

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Rotating local jazz artists play Sunday afternoons on the patio.

Reverend Horton Heat

Henry Rollins

Reverend Horton Heat

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Look Mexico

Bubbly, sincere pop-rock band out of Florida. There's a bit of vintage '90s emo revivalism in the guys' sound, too.

The Winter Sounds

Local band that infuses elements of new wave, punk and synth-pop into its carefully crafted and lyrically inspiring songs.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Punk Rock Night

Every Tuesday at Little Kings! Featuring a mix of punk rock bands and DJ-led dance parties.

7 p.m. $3. www.meltingpointathens.com

Johnny Roquemore and the Apostles of Bluegrass

This Atlanta trio plays a rowdy blend of bluegrass that is full of quirky humor and riotous one-liners.

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Bess Rogers

Singer-songwriter Rogers performs indie-folk-pop with eclectic instrumentation and her gorgeous vocals.

Allison Weiss

Heartfelt singer/songwriter with quirky charm, sharp pop sensibilities and an avid online following. The brand new album, Allison Weiss Was Right All Along is out now!

Jenny Owen Youngs

Information coming soon!

www.newearthmusichall.com

Emancipator

Doug Appling is a producer/multi-instrumentalist who creates adventurous down-tempo electronica.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Fire Zuave

Dreamy, fun psych-pop based here in town.

8 p.m. $25. www.40watt.com

Colt Ford

A little bit country, a little bit... rap. Somehow Ford makes this unusual pairing of genres sound natural with his Southern charm and urban style. It's not often you get to hear a bit of fiddlin' between rap verses.

Nappy Roots

Formed in Kentucky in 1995 and best known for the hit 2002 single "Awnaw," the soul-influenced hip-hop group Nappy Roots draws members from California and Georgia, too.

The Rattlers

Athens' own energetic Southern rockers with a guitar-driven sound and an exciting show that often features surprise special guests.

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Mass Solo Revolt

Noisy, angular post-punk based here in town and influenced by acts like Pavement and Built to Spill. Brand new album, Bend in Time, is out now!

Rocketboys

Information coming soon!

Soapbar

Local group plays shaggy, diverse alt-rock informed by its lo-fi and folk peers.

Andy Zipf

Mostly acoustic pop rock that speaks from the heart to the American Heartland—melodic, moving and memorable.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Lefty Williams

Although this artist was born without a right hand, that didn't stop him from playing guitar as early as age four. Williams later went on to graduate with honors from the Atlanta Institute of Music. His album Snake Oil was released in July and produced by John Keane.

Jenny Owen Youngs

P.O.S.

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com

Big Spenders

Brand-new local pop rock band featuring Ashley Wills on vocals, Ben Wills (The Empties) on bass, Nick Robbins (Velveteen Pink) on drums and Rand Lines on guitar.

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Rachel O'Neal

Local singer/songwriter formerly of Truth in Advertising and Moonlight Sol. In addition to emotional acoustic originals, O'Neal will perform a range of indie, classic rock and folk covers.

Noot D' Noot

8:30 p.m. $8. www.meltingpointathens.com

The Highballs

Put on your bangle bracelets and tuck in those shoulder pads! Athens music vets The Highballs will perform a totally awesome set of '70s and '80s dance hits.

Chrisette Michele

8 p.m. $20. www.40watt.com

Butch Walker

The former Marvelous 3 frontman and current big-name producer reveals his softer side on his latest record, Sycamore Meadows. See feature on p. 15.

10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Burns Like Fire

EP Release. Local band featuring members of Karbomb, Wristbandits and Celerity. A quartet of musical disarray!

Karbomb

Local quartet (Nick Skillman, Jay Kellom, Rory Riley, David Brown) plays high-velocity, erratic and angry punk not dissimilar to early-'90s Orange County stuff.

Oh Manhattan

Information coming soon!

The Carry-Ons

Information coming soon!

5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

Buttermilk Revival

Traditional bluegrass tribute, including songs by the Stanley Brothers, Bill Monroe and many others.

8:30 p.m. $10. www.meltingpointathens.com

Mike Dekle

Information coming soon!

Prichett Brothers

Information coming soon!

They Might Be Giants

7 p.m. www.mmcc-arts.org

Indigo Girls

The acclaimed Decatur folk duo of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers hits up Madison-Morgan Cultural Center for a Benefit concert for Morgan Co. Dugout Club, Inc.

Noon-3 p.m. FREE! www.squareonefishco.com

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Rotating local jazz artists play Sunday afternoons on the patio.

8:30 p.m. $5. www.meltingpointathens.com

Caroline Aiken

Renowned acoustic folk artist who shared the stage with The Indigo Girls for some time. Her soulful voice purrs the blues over bright finger-picking.

Robby Hecht

Information coming soon!

Rebecca Loebe

Atlanta-based singer/songwriter with a crystal clear voice influenced and informed by Carol King, Joni Mitchell and Shawn Colvin.

Kate Morriseey

Information coming soon!

Ani DiFranco

9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com

Austin Lucas + the Choir

Information coming soon!

Matt Kurz One

One-man rock machine Matt Kurz literally plays drums, keyboard, guitar and bass, by himself, all at the same time. Expect a mix of garage rock stomps and bluesy croons.

10 p.m. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub

Punk Rock Night

Every Tuesday at Little Kings! Featuring a mix of punk rock bands and DJ-led dance parties.