6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/idealbagelco

PULL CHAINS New project that includes Greg Cartwright (Oblivians, Reigning Sound), Jesse Smith (Carbonas, Gentleman Jesse) and Joseph Plunkett(Country Westerns).

HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."

INFINITE FAVORS Project of brothers Andrew and Nathan Prater that trades in the sludgy, punishing riffs of previous projects for vocal harmonies, melodic basslines and hand percussion to create unforgettable, minimal bedroom pop.

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $7 (adv.), $10. bit.ly/TheSplitzAug29

THE ORIGINAL SPLITZ BAND A mixed drink of the classic Motown sound, part 1970s funk and disco flavor, a dash of the old-school and contemporary R&B, and a guaranteed good time.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com

SLOW PARADE Atlanta-based music collective headed by Matthew Pendrick, who mixes roots, blues and country into his songwriting.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $38.94. www.georgiatheatre.com

THE DIRTY GUV'NAHS American rock and roll for the people based out of Knoxville, TN.

YES MA'AM BAND Versatile rockers from Dallas, TX.

7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.athenscine.com

JANUARY Indie singer-songwriter with thoughtful lyrics whose melodies echo the big hits of the late '90s and early 2000s.

LIZ FARRELL Singer with folk, jazz and indie pop influences manifesting in heartfelt, intentional through-lines of ukulele and piano.

EIGHT PICTURES Like if Pixies took Morrissey's lunch money.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com

BARNHOUSE Local five-piece rock band.

SOLSTICE Indie-rock quintet from Knoxville, TN that recently released its EP Petrichor.

LANDLINE Local Southern rock band.

7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

DK & CARDYNAL Two local hip-hop artists performing their new collaborative album, Bird Brain. Release show!

NONY1 Athens-based rapper who speaks out against injustice and inequality.

96VIZION Versatile hip-hop artist balancing hype tracks and storytelling.

8:30 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com

WADE HUDSON The original rockin' real estate agent.

7 p.m. $5. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens

NOTHINGIFANYTHING Post-hardcore/noise rock band from Athens.

VINDICTIVE MIND Alternative metal band from Gainesville.

THE AFTERDAWN Heavy metal band from Douglasville.

EXCHANGE BLVD Post-grunge/punk band from Athens.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $26.40. www.georgiatheatre.com

DAVE MATTHEWS TRIBUTE BAND Tribute band that has been honing its craft for over 20 years with heartfelt recreation of DMB’s musical spirit.

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/LiveWireAthensAug30

SAM HOLT BAND Americana and country jam group from Atlanta joined by Sunny Ortiz of Widespread Panic.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.hendershotsathens.com

LITTLE MAE A sibling duo with soothing, gentle pop harmonies. A leaky pipe that will soften the floorboards of your heart.

SPITEHOUND Brooding, earnest indie.

WOMEN IN STEM Musicians Ella, Finn and Sam developed their striking sound with an indie rock influence and a call from science herself.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com

CAM SMITH AND THE LAWLESS High-energy Southern rock and country band based in Athens that blends the grit of classic rock with the soul of country music.

WORKIN' PAST MIDNIGHT Local rock band.

JAXONVILLE Five-piece band from Athens, formerly known as El Camino.

7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga

MAGYAR Athenian shoegaze/math rock power trio.

THE COMPARTMENTALIZATIONISTS Surf-adjacent noise rock featuring Jeffrey Butzer of Club Silencio and Bicycle Eaters.

PURE ED Alternative grunge rock from Atlanta.

7:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

ETHAN MULLINAX Local indie singer-songwriter.

OCAF Music Series. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $25. www.ocaf.com

HOG-EYED MAN Athens duo of Jason Cade (fiddle, banjo) and Rob McMaken (dulcimer, mandolin), who have a compelling approach to the archaic fiddle traditions of the Southern Appalachians.

OCAF Music Series. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $20. www.ocaf.com

HOG-EYED MAN Athens duo is accompanied by special guests to blend Appalachian old-time music with multicultural traditions.

8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

SIMON JOYNER & THE NERVOUS STARS Singer-songwriter from Omaha, Nebraska who has been flying under the radar since 1991, releasing music on various independent labels.

LEAH SENIOR Australian artist whose music plays on the traditions of folk music from the 1960s and 70s.

ROWAN NEWBY Poetic and humorous Americana music inspired by '60s and '70s songwriting.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com

JOHN R. MILLER Singer-songwriter and skilled picker known for his intricate wordplay and haunting imagery.

MISS TESS Singer-songwriter who specializes in vintage blues, country, jazz and rock and roll.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.90. www.georgiatheatre.com

WASTED MAJOR Rock group from Nashville that blends the classic sounds of 60s and 70s rock with a dose of 90s country and honky-tonk flair.

JONAH PIERCE Country/folk musician from Blue Ridge, GA.

THOMAS GAY Local acoustic country singer-songwriter.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.90. www.georgiatheatre.com

FRIGGA FIVE Atlanta rock band.

ESTIMATED PRINCIPLES Alternative rock from Augusta.

INTENSION Alternative rock from Monroe inspired by bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Deftones and Tool.

7–9 p.m. www.3railroad.org

TRIO METRO WITH LIZ FARRELL This piano, sax and drums trio plays jazz standards and an array of more contemporary covers with a jazz twist, featuring special guest vocalist.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $38.79. www.georgiatheatre.com

RUMOURS Atlanta-based Fleetwood Mac tribute band formed in 2014.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $18 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com

OMNI Atlanta post-punk trio influenced by bands like Television, Talking Heads and Wire.

BENÉT Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter who seamlessly blends indie pop, soul, R&B and experimental electronic elements.

8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

OTHER VOICES, OTHER ROOMS House, rap and shoegaze-inspired music on synth hardware.

GODDESS COMPLEX Atmospheric and layered electronic music.

MICROTRAK Electronic project of Aidan Jackson and Oliver Domingo.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $32.90. www.georgiatheatre.com

GEORDIE GREEP Former frontman and lead guitarist of British rock band black midi, whose solo record The New Sound has a chaotic jazz-rock sound.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25 (adv.), $30. www.40watt.com

JAMES MCMURTRY Texas folk-rock and Americana singer backed by his band of heavy hitters, including Ronnie Johnson, Daren Hess and Tim Holt.

8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

ZL!STER Atlanta-based rapper and singer.

COMMÜNE Local political/feminist punk band living in revolt.

YES DEAR Atlanta-based indie rock pulling influence from shoegaze, slowcore and alternative sounds of the '90s and 2000s era.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12. www.facebook.com/buvezathens

SHANE PARISH Master guitarist and fearless explorer of rhythm and timbre.

SPLLIT Prog pop rock from New Orleans.

THE FALLING SPIKES New local rock band.

Indecent Artistry Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

MERCE LEMON Indie-rock musician from Pittsburgh, PA whose lyrics explore the nature of identity, the body, memory and relationships.

SONGS FOR SLEEPING DOGS Ambient project led by Ben Hackett.

PETTY KASH Longtime Athens musician and elevator repairman Petty Kash explores themes of love, loss and indifference alongside his partner Lucille Change.

Live After Five. 5:30–8 p.m. www.indigoathens.com

TRIO METRO This piano, sax and drums trio plays jazz standards and an array of more contemporary covers.