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    Kari Holmes.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Contemporary country-pop, along with classic country covers, by a band led by this Detroit-bred singer-songwriter who has recorded in Nashville.

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    Great Lake Swimmers.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Veteran Toronto alt-country quintet, led by singer-songwriter Tony Dekker, whose music channels an array of influences from Hank Williams to Gram Parsons. American Songwriter praises the band’s “stunning variety of tones and textures… nothing less than both cerebral and sublime.” Opener: Colleen Brown, a Canadian pop-folk singer-songwriter. $29.

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    The Velvet Walrus.: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    Local dance band with a huge repertoire of classic, New Wave, and modern rock hits.

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    The Pherotones.: Last Word

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    Last Word 301 W. Huron, Ann Arbor

    A 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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    Open Mic.: Tap Room

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    Tap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    All musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.

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    “Ecosystem 4.”: Ann Arbor Funhouse

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    Ann Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann Arbor

    With electronic music acts TBA. Sponsored by Ghostly International and Portage Garage Sounds.

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    Jeff Mac. ): Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Soft–rock, blues and folk covers by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

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    Mike Root.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Mid-Michigan country singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.

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    Nick James.: North Star Lounge

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    North Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

    Detroit-area country-folk singer-songwriter. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

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    The Invasion.: Live

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    Live 102 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    British Invasion cover quartet from Redford led by singer-guitarist David Roof.

     

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    Erik Koskinen.: JD’s Stage

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    JD’s Stage 117 ½ S. Main, Chelsea, Michigan, United States

    Minnesota folk-rock & Americana singer-songwriter with a wry, plainspoken vocal style that has earned him comparisons to Woody Guthrie and Ry Cooder. $23.

     

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    Swing Nouvelle.: Moonwinks Tavern

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    Moonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151.

    Detroit-area instrumental quartet that plays fresh interpretations of vintage swing from the 30s & 40s.

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    Shallow Orbits.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    New blues-based folk-rock band led by Highland singer-songwriter Doug Larsen.Tonight they are joined by local singer-songwriters Scott Shadow and Bluesdad.

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    Rick Burgess Trio.: Earle

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    Earle 121 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.

     

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    Pontiac Trail Blazers.: North Star Lounge

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    North Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

    Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by guitarist Clint Weaner. 7–10 p.m. $10.

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    Riders in the Sky.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    This innovative, often comical Nashville-based quartet of ace musicians has revitalized the genre of the cowboy song. Inspired by the 1930s group the Sons of the Pioneers, the quartet includes two former Ann Arborites, Fred Labour and Doug Green. They specialize in elaborate harmonizations of cowboy folk songs, western ballads, and sentimental Hollywood versions of the real thing. Their repertoire also includes old-time fiddle pieces, some jazz numbers, virtuoso yodels, comic send-ups of western drama, and even occasional rope tricks. $35. 

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    Bittersweet.: The Arboretum

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    The Arboretum 984 E. Michigan Ave., Saline

    Grand Rapids alt-rock band. Opener: HomiSui, a Detroit-area emo-punk band that incorporates elements of rap-rock and goth-pop.