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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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    Shade Zero.: The Arboretum

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    The Arboretum 984 E. Michigan Ave., Saline

    Detroit-area alt-rock band.

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    Laith Al-Saadi.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    This veteran local singer-guitarist, a former finalist on The Voice, plays an eclectic mix of roots Americana, classic rock, and blues, including many originals. Guitar World calls him “a cross between Danny Gatton and Buddy Guy at their best.”

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    Rory Nevins.: Mash (Ypsilanti)

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    Mash (Ypsilanti) 400 W. River, Ypsilanti

    Mid-Michigan singer-guitarist who plays mainly acoustic classic rock covers.

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    “Fallout Shelter.”: Ziggy’s

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    Ziggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Freeform electronic music night with rotating DJs spinning a mix house, techno, bass, and dance music.

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    Slothrust.: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    All ages. Boston-area alt-rock band led by singer-guitarist Leah Wellbaum, an engaging performer and versatile songwriter known for her cheeky lyrics and grungy choruses. Opener: The Velveteers, a polished female-fronted heavy alt-rock band from Colorado. $25.

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    Yellowhammer.: Habitat Lounge

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    Habitat Lounge 3050 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor

    Local quartet, led by Pherotones trumpeter Ross Huff, that plays jazz standards, retro lounge music, and funk.

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    Esh Schaden Trio.: North Star Lounge

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

    Local jazz ensemble led by pianist Schaden. 9–10:15 p.m. $20.

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    Fangs & Twang.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Ypsi trio of Black Jake & the Carnies members that plays twangy, high-energy country rock, with songs about vampires, mummies, and other fantastical creatures. 9:30–11:30 p.m.

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    Patty PerShayla.: JD’s Stage

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

    High-energy rock ’n’ roll by a trio led by this Nashville-based, Michigan-bred singer-songwriter & bassist, who draws on blues, classic, and progressive rock traditions to make her energetic and introspective songs.

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    Unkle Lay Lee & the Moonshine All-Stars.: Old Town

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    Old Town 122 W. Liberty, Ann Arbor

    Local quintet led by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Gray Motsinger that plays an eclectic brand of outlaw country with punk, funk, and rock influences. 

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    Mike Root.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Mid-Michigan country singer-guitarist.

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    “Ann Arbor/Ypsi Acoustic Jammers.”: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    All acoustic musicians invited for an open mic followed by an hour of jamming. Participants welcome to bring chord-and-lyric sheets of any well-known song.

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    The Brothers Landreth.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Winnipeg alt-country band known for writing twangy roots-rock originals flavored with stirring harmonies, slide guitar, and Hammond B-3 organ. The band’s recent material from their 2025 album, Dog Ear, explores themes of family and the quest for stability amidst the itinerant life of a touring musician. Opener: Madeleine Roger, a Canadian folk-rock singer-songwriter. $35.

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    “The Sunday Circle.”: Ziggy’s

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    Ziggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    A set by a house jazz band led by local trumpeter Ingrid Racine. Followed by an open mic for vocalists, instrumentalists (including electronic), rappers & poets.

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    Jazz Jam Session.: Ann Arbor Funhouse

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    Ann Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann Arbor

    Jazz ensemble led by veteran local drummer Pete Siers and Kenji Lee, a local saxophonist whose expressive brand of jazz draws on Japanese folk music, Western classical music, and punk.

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    Paul Keller Orchestra.: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    Award-winning 14-piece big band led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist Sarah D’Angelo and occasional guest vocalists. Also, each week features a middle set by a guest college or high school student ensemble.

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    Palmyra.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Young contemporary bluegrass trio from Virginia whose songs on such unconventional themes a gender dysphoria flirt with soul, post-rock, and even emo. “Palmyra makes you believe they’ve been singing together for decades, their harmonies are so electric and full of life,” writes The Bluegrass Situation. $29.