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Lila Fetter: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLocal pop-rock singer-songwriter. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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AJ Lynn: Sam Hill
MoreSam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.Detroit folk-rock singer-guitarist.
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Pittsfield Open Band: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiVeteran local ensemble that plays old-time American and Irish dance tunes.
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Aguankó: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborLocal Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble led by composer-percussionist Alberto Nacif.
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Prior Art: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborA mix of originals and 60s-90s rock covers by this local quintet.
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Spiraling Suns
MoreLocal band that plays heavy, melodic guitar-driven rock spiced with progressive and metal elements. Openers: Media Panic, a Detroit-area old-school punk band formerly known as The DDTs, and the local rock band Tin Guns.
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Raynes: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborSophisticated, irresistibly catchy folk-pop reminiscent of the Lumineers and Mumford & Sons by this British-American trio of singer-guitarists known for its intricate vocal harmonies, poetic lyrics, and unique instrumentation. $24.
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“MixPlates”: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborEvery Thurs., except Aug. 27: “MixPlates.” With Ryan Cady and other DJs TBA.
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Los Drogas: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborYpsi proto-punk power trio. Openers: So Say We All (see Hear.Say) and Hard Candy, a local rock band fronted by Spark vocalist Robin Grant.
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The Pherotones: Last Word
MoreLast Word 301 W. Huron, Ann ArborA wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.
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The Kis Bennah Duo: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiTraditional jazz & swing covers by this local duo. 4:30–6:30 p.m.
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Mike Root: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborMid-Michigan country singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.
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The Steve Taylor Three: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborAcoustic trio led by Lake Orion Americana singer-songwriter Taylor. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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Mike Vial: Sam Hill
MoreSam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.Local folk-rock singer-songwriter who sings songs about love and life’s transitions.
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The Extrusions: Live
MoreLive 102 S. First St., Ann ArborDance music by this popular local cover band with a huge repertoire of classic, New Wave, and modern rock hits and forgotten gems from the 1960s through the 2010s.
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Alex Anest, Chris Bober, & Brynn Hilliker: Moonwinks Tavern
MoreMoonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151.Local jazz ensemble. Tonight they play original music, covers of songs by Chick Corea and Steve Swallow, and a set of tunes by Antonio Carlos Jobim sung in the original Portuguese by guest vocalist Erika Ventura.
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Adam Labeaux: Water Tower Distilling Co.
MoreWater Tower Distilling Co. 23 N. Washington,, YpsilantiEnergetic folk-rock & soul by this former Ragbirds guitarist.
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Ron Shelton: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAmericana country-rock and folk-rock covers by this local singer-guitarist.
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Pontiac Trail Blazers: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLocal bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by by guest musicians TBA. 7–10 p.m. $10.
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Allen Dennard Quintet: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborMainstream jazz ensemble led by young local trumpeter Dennard, a U-M music grad whose music incorporates elements of hip-hop, R&B, and funk.
