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KATE MORRISSEY BAND Literate, sincere local group whose live shows come punctuated with an offbeat sense of humor.

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (w/ UGA ID), $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/DenimArcadeSept6

DENIM ARCADE 80s tribute band covering Duran Duran, Def Leppard, the B-52s, Bon Jovi, Madonna, Mötley Crüe, Journey, Joan Jett, Paula Abdul, Poison and more.

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

COME SENIOR Garage punk from Atlanta.

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.

BONNIE WHITMORE Americana artist who has also sung and played bass with some of the biggest names in the genre.

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

THE DICTATORTOTS Longtime local chaos-cultivators trash the night with post-grunge grooves.

ALPHA BURNER No info available.

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (show). $12. www.athenscine.com

THE SHUT-UPS Indie-pop outfit that describes itself as a "bottom 40" band, hit-worthy, but (for some unfathomable reason) hitless. Album release show!

FORCEGHOST Electronic psych duo based out of Augusta.

CGI JOE The skewed pop project of Joe Kubler, formerly known as Rene LeConte.

8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

TELEPHONE POLE Alternative rock band from Athens.

ETHER 9 Atlanta punk band with a DIY ethic.

TRVY & THE ENEMY Live hip-hop band that fearlessly breaks barriers in the realm of modern rap music, blending elements of trap with psychedelic rock.

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

ZL!STER Atlanta-based rapper and singer.

FOUR FLAT TIRES Punk band from Atlanta.

CAST LIST Kinda indie, kinda emo.

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

Live at the Library. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

DON CHAMBERS Longtime local favorite who delves into pastoral folk and experimental rock with equal passion.

4–6:30 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com

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

6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). SOLD OUT! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA

KEVN KINNEY Lead singer and songwriter of the Atlanta rock band Drivin N Cryin.

PETER BUCK Co-founder and lead guitarist of Athens alt rock legend R.E.M.

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens

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

SPLLIT Absurdist New Orleans post-punk.

THE FALLING SPIKES Loud, dumb rock and roll.

7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

GUEST ARTIST RECITAL Featuring tubist David Zerkel.

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.

7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

FACULTY ARTIST SERIES Featuring accomplished pianist and assistant professor of piano Alan Woo.

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

BRENDEN STARR A powerhouse in the alternative/pop/rock scene who has spent the past 12 years captivating audiences with his electrifying vocals and heartfelt songwriting.

CYBERDELICS Rock band blending futuristic electronic and synth elements to create a sound inspired by the cyberdelic culture.

NOBODY'S DARLINGS Alternative rock band influenced by Silversun Pickups, Our Lady Peace, Electric 6, Billy Talent and Foo Fighters.

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.

6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

JIMEE STOUNE Performing blues, country and rock.

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

BRISCOE Folk-rock duo from Austin, TX whose newest material is inspired by their travels across the country and American roots music.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/ZachDeputyAthens

ZACH DEPUTY Savannah-based artist who incorporates live looping into his self-described "island-infused drum n' bass gospel ninja soul" music.

DAYDRNKRZ Alternative reggae-infused hip-hop band blending infectious rhythms, laid-back vibes and raw energy.

7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $64–106. pac.uga.edu

LEA SALONGA Tony Award-winning actress and singer known for her work in Disney movies and on Broadway returns with a new concert showcasing Broadway blockbusters, popular classics and other treasures from her celebrated career.

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

JOSEY Athens-based indie pop artist, incorporating audience participation and off-kilter comedy into her sets.

3 WOMEN Atlanta-based post-esoterica.

SLIME RING Weirdo experimental pop project of Sebastian Marquez.

8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens

CAULFIELD Athens hip-hop veteran who pushes the confines of modern rap with his forward-thinking topics and edgy style. Single release show!

BLACK NERD NINJA Rapper Eugene Willis delivers explosive rhymes over organic, high-energy beats.

ANT DA RIPPER Athens hip-hop artist who strives to create a platform for aspiring artists with his own recording studio and label.

REUP THA BOSS Producer and DJ from Macon who began making music at age 15.

48 DOPE Producer and owner of Atlanta label 48Records.

6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/BillyAllenAthens

BILLY ALLEN + THE POLLIES Alabama band whose debut classic rock album, Black Noise weaves in and out of gospel, grunge, funk and soul.

ISAAC BRAMBLETT BAND Fusion of Southern soul and roots-rock fronted by the son of legendary musician Randall Bramblett.

6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $64–150. www.classiccenter.com

THE AVETT BROTHERS Long-standing folk rock band from Concord, NC formed by brothers Scott and Seth Avett.

THE BROOK AND THE BLUFF Indie-folk five-piece that hails from Birmingham, AL and is currently based in Nashville, TN.

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

THE BASEBALL PROJECT Supergroup formed in 2007 featuring members of R.E.M., The Dream Syndicate and more.

THE MINUS 5 Rock band headed by musician Scott McCaughey of the Young Fresh Fellows,

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

MOUNTAIN OF YOUTH Hunter Morris (Hunter Morris & Blue Blood, Gift Horse) leads a new band with Drew Beskin, Nick Robbins and Phillip Brantley.

ALL GODS Mighty powerful post-punk from Athens.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10–15 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath

THE RISHIS Psych-folk featuring members of The Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power and The Apples in Stereo.

ANGIE MARAIS AND THE MYSTERY New Orleans jazz band.

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

EASTERN DREAMS Nashville roots band.

LUCKY DUCK Athens-based jam-fusion band.

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens

MINORCAN Self-described basement arena rock band from Asheville, NC.

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

JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES/KLIMCHAK/FRANK RUSSELL Improvised trio for clarinet, electro-acoustic percussion/theremin and baritone saxophone.

Shadebeast Anniversary Night 1. 8:30 p.m. (doors). $15 (one night), $25 (both nights). www.flickertheatreandbar.com

NIHILUS Sludgy death metal supergroup featuring members of Beast Mode, Sundering Seas and Rosie & the Ratdogs.

KALGON Heavy psych/stoner doom trio from Western NC.

END TIMES VISION Noise rock/sludge metal band from Athens that takes the fuzzy riffs of sludge metal and plays with the ferocity and intensity of a hardcore band.

Live at the Library. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

AN EVENING WITH CAMP AMPED Sets by camp bands Antrona and Boy Death.

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THE HOBOHEMIANS Six-piece acoustic band performing American and European roots music of the 1910s–30s, with a mix of proto-jazz, blues and folk.

6 p.m. www.southerndrawlbarandgrille.com

HOMAN AUTRY BAND Long-running local band blending rock and country.

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 7 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/TheCoreSept13

THE CORE An all-star band of Georgia musicians brings back the energy of the legendary '90s H.O.R.D.E. Festivals with songs from Widespread Panic, Dave Matthews Band, Phish, Blues Traveler, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, The Allman Brothers, Gov't Mule, Spin Doctors and more.

Madison-Morgan Conservancy 25th Anniversary. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $300. www.mmcc-arts.org

CHUCK LEAVELL The rock legend and conservationist will share stories and a solo music set in benefit of the Conservancy's work.

7 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15. www.hendershotsathens.com

KATIE COLLINS Local singer-songwriter. Album release show!

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

SERF LORDS Local surf band offering a post-apocalyptic view of the empire that was, set to heavy riffage at high tide.

THE DOWNSTAIRS The youth gone wild. Athens alt-rock amalgamation composed of five UGA students.

DRÍ & THE VIOLENCE Project of singer, percussionist and songwriter Adriana Thomas.

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

THE ARCS "Athens finest power pop purveyors." Album release party!

SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere.

JAY GONZALEZ AND THE GUILTY PLEASURES Athens songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with an affinity for classic pop melodies.

Shadebeast Anniversary Night 2. 8:30 p.m. (doors). $15 (one night), $25 (both nights). www.flickertheatreandbar.com

SACRED BULL Athens post-metal known for its heavy and dark combination of meditative melodies and deliberate cacophony.

WHITE BEAST Richmond, VA noise rock duo composed of Jeffrey Rettberg and Margaret Gordon.

FRISSON Athens post-metal.

9 p.m. $5. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens

VICTOR CHARLIE Original grunge three-piece grunge rock band that formed in Athens in 2001.

FIVE EIGHT Legendary Athens band known for its boisterous, thoughtful rock and roll.