Nightspots



February 22, 2026

Ark: Matt Jones & The Reconstruction.

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Local band led by Jones, a popular pop-folk singer-songwriter, who tonight celebrates the release of a new album, The Good Life. $29.

February 22, 2026

Ravens Club: Arnold / Jassi / Kramer.

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Local jazz ensemble of drummer Jesse Kramer, guitarist John Arnold, and bassist Pathe Jassi.

February 22, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Steve Somers & Friends.

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Jazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.

February 22, 2026

Conor O'Neill's: Traditional Irish Session.

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All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session.

February 22, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings.

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Local 10-piece big band led by tubaist Chris Smith that specializes in the old-time big band music of the late 1920s and early 1930s associated with Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver.

February 22, 2026

Blue LLama: Jordan Anderson Trio.

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Jazz ensemble led by Detroit pianist Anderson, an MSU jazz studies grad.

February 23, 2026

Ark: The Steel Wheels.

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Acclaimed veteran Virginia-based bluegrass & Americana quintet, fronted by singer-songwriters Trent Wagler and Jay Lapp. Their uplifting original songs showcase tight vocal harmonies reminiscent of the traditional 4-part singing in the Mennonite communities where several of the band members grew up. $35.

February 23, 2026

El Limon: Let’s Pretend.

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This local trio, led by bassist Tim Berla and fronted by vocalist Naya Loftus, features a repertoire of jazz, country, and pop tunes, along with Berla originals.

February 23, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Paul Keller Orchestra.

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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.

February 24, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Easy Street Jazz Band.

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Early jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.

February 24, 2026

Ziggy’s: Marc E. Smith.

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All-star local jazz ensemble led by drummer Smith. With saxophone & flutist Doug Horn, guitarist Jake Reichbart, and bassist David Stearns.

February 24, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Open Mic .

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Hosted by Skinned Knees.

February 24, 2026

Ark: Emily Scott Robinson.

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Colorado alt-country singer-songwriter with a pristine soprano voice whom Rolling Stone named one of the “10 New Country and Americana Artists You Need to Know” for 2019. Free; nonperishable donations for Food Gatherers accepted.

February 24, 2026

Oz’s Music Environment: “Tree Town Uke Drop-In.”

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Musicians of all ability levels invited to play ukulele with members of Michigan’s oldest ukulele club. 7–9 p.m. 

February 25, 2026

Blind Pig: Capital Soiree.

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All ages. Up-and-coming Chicago indie pop band known for its tight rhythms, shimmering guitar lines, and polished vocals. $20.

February 25, 2026

Blue LLama: Ramona Collins Quartet.

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Quiet & sultry jazz by an ensemble led by veteran Toledo vocalist Collins.

February 25, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Runnin’ on Blues.

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Southern rock, blues-rock, and blues by this Livonia trio.

February 25, 2026

Ark: Grant Flick.

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Local fiddler whose music blends elements of folk, old-time, and classical music. Tonight he celebrates the release of his new album, The Great Door.  $29.

February 25, 2026

North Star Lounge: Open Mic.

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All invited to bring a song, story, poetry, comedy, expression, magic, monologue, or other performance. Hosted by Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m. 7–10 p.m. $5.

February 25, 2026

North Star Lounge: Lily Bowen.

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Young Detroit-area folk-pop singer-songwriter whose music is influenced by Gracie Abrams and Lizzy McAlpine.