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March 28, 2026

Blue LLama: Joan Belgrave.

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Jazz standards and love songs by this renowned Detroit vocalist, an Ann Arbor native who has performed everything from soul and R&B to rock and blues. “Belgrave’s voice is so soothing and sexy, she could give a pit bull goose bumps,” says Metro Times critic Charles Latimer.

March 28, 2026

Mash (Ann Arbor): Off the Ledge.

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Mid-Michigan rock ’n’ roll quartet.

March 28, 2026

Mash (Ypsilanti): Eric Moore & Guy Talk.

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Bluesy folk-rock quintet led by singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist Moore.

March 28, 2026

North Star Lounge: Kate Hinote Trio.

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Detroit-based indie pop-folk ensemble led by Hinote, the frontwoman of the Detroit folk-noir Americana band the Blueflowers. Tonight they are joined by fiddler Emily Slomovitz. 6–7:30 p.m. $15.

March 28, 2026

North Star Lounge: Jay & Jeffrey.

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Duo of local tenors who sing Broadway songs. Accompanied by pianist Nick Frederick and drummer Jesse Gibbs. 9–10:15 p.m. $15.

March 28, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Gold.

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New Age Celtic music ensemble.

March 28, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Bob Skon Trio.

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Jazz-tinged folk-rock covers and originals by this ensemble led by Skon, a veteran local singer-songwriter known for his wry songs about love and loss.

March 28, 2026

Ziggy’s: Basket Case.

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Ypsi postpunk garage rock band.

March 29, 2026

Ark: Laith Al-Saadi.

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Solo performance by 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.” $35.

March 29, 2026

Blue LLama: Paul Vornhagen Quartet.

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 Jazz standards by this local ensemble led by veteran saxophonist and flutist VornHagen.

 

March 29, 2026

Ravens Club: Jesse Kramer Trio.

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Local jazz ensemble led by drummer Kramer. With guitarist Jordan Rattner and saxophonist Kenji Lee.

March 29, 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.

March 29, 2026

Ziggy’s: Molto Ohm.

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An Italian-born, Brooklyn-based experimental electronic artist.

March 30, 2026

Ark: Le Vent Du Nord.

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Veteran French-Canadian progressive folk ensemble that plays an energetic and soulful brand of Celtic music, rooted in the traditional Francophone music of Quebec, which blends Irish and Scottish fiddle & accordion instrumentation with French lyrics brought by Breton immigrants. “Their music is somewhat niche—folk music that is very Quebec-centric yet melds well with traditional folk music,” writes The Bluegrass Standard. “But listen to a few of their songs, and you’ll hear a little pop, funk, rap, and other contemporary genres that surprisingly blend in perfectly with their repertoire.” $29.

March 30, 2026

El Limon: Marsha Mumm.

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Blues, jazz, and pop standards, along with some originals, by this local singer-songwriter, guitarist, and pianist. 

March 30, 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.

March 31, 2026

Ark: Mike Doughty.

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Solo performance by this pop-rock singer-songwriter & guitarist best known as the frontman of the 90s alt-rock band Soul Coughing. His repertoire includes an engaging mix of personal, political, and whimsical original songs, along with stripped down versions of Soul Coughing hits. $29.

 

March 31, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Steve Pichan.

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Novi Americana pop-folk singer-songwriter.

March 31, 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.

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