AFMDS Contra Dance. 6:30 p.m. (lesson), 7 p.m. FREE! (Ages 17 & under), $10–12. www.athensfolk.org

RUSTY ROOSTER STRING BAND The Athens Folk Music and Dance Society hosts a contra dance with live music and caller.

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

MARKO TOPCHII Renowned classical guitarist born in Ukraine who has won over 100 awards in international classical guitar competitions.

8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

CDSM Goth rock synth lines over booming, industrial drums define this apocalyptic band.

NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Raw riot grrrl-inspired punk that's a pitch-perfect blend of snotty and sunny, earnest and sardonic.

THICK PAINT Atlanta/Omaha, NE-based indie-pop group led by Graham Ulicny (Reptar).

Sonic Space. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). Donations accepted. www.athica.org

SHANE PARISH AND JOHN FERNANDES Duo on guitar and clarinet.

ROB MAGILL Composer of experimental jazz and folk, accomplished bandleader, talented painter and powerful saxophonist.

IPEK EGINLI Experimental sound artist and whose ever-evolving creative process involves electroacoustic free improvisation on piano, voice, modular synthesizers and no-input mixing boards.

9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens

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

PILGRIM Local hard-hitting, riff-heavy rock band led by songwriter Paul McHugh.

3:30–6 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com

FOLIE À DEUX Folie à Quatre minus two members play a set of French chansons, originals and jazzy tunes.

5:30 p.m. $25–55 (adv.), $31–61. bit.ly/flsatmt

FUNKY LIKE SUNDAY James Brown tribute act dedicated to meticulously reimagining the Godfather of Soul's sound through sweat-breaking showmanship and tight rhythmic grooves.

5:30 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. (two sets). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SegarJazzOct20

SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG radio DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz. Tonight is the 95th smooth jazz concert in the series.

JOHN DUNN & THE JAZZMAN BAND Jazz musician who has opened for legends such as Earth, Wind & Fire and Kool & The Gang.

6 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org

THE NOT TOO SPOOKY ORGAN CONCERT A family-friendly concert on the mighty Quimby organ that features creepy movie capers, Broadway favorites and Bach’s famous “Toccata in D minor.”

3:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

UGA PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE The ensemble performs its annual fall concert.

7–11 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.nuci.org

KARAOKE MIXTAPE Take the stage, share your music and vibe out with the Nuçi's community. The crowd favorite wins two free hours of Amplify Studio time. Every third Monday on the month.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $29.75. www.georgiatheatre.com

TALIB KWELI Brooklyn-based MC who has earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years.

SKYZOO Rapper and songwriter with a number of notable solo and collaborative albums, including work with artist such as Dr. Dre and John Legend.

LANDON WORDSWELL Emcee from Atlanta known for intricate rhyme schemes, personal lyrics and bold truths.

TRVY & THE ENEMY High-energy hip-hop artist who weaves introspective lyrics into the psych-infused and sometimes heavy instrumentals of his backing band.

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

UGA HORN CHOIR An ensemble of both horn majors and non-majors attending the Hugh Hodgson School of Music.

Primordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. www.athenscine.com

SWEETEARTHFLYING Former Athens resident Emmie Pierce uses guitar, found objects and modular synths to create subtle and extreme sonic textures, spatio-temporal distortions, and serene waves of cut up music.

CHUCK JOHNSON California-based composer, producer and musician with a focus on pedal steel guitar, experimental electronics and alternate tuning systems.

GALAXY TUBE Tape hiss mycelium and faded new-age sound bath from Grant Evans.