Nightspots

Cliff & the Bass Player a local Classic rock ‘n’ roll and country cover duo led by singer-songwriter & guitarist Mulvihill, Jim Cherewick, a local Singer/Songwriter, Dog Latin, the Stage name of Chris McGorey, a Canton singer-songwriter who plays adventurous folk-rock, The Nitpickers, an Ypsi ensemble led by singer-guitarist John Delcamp that plays an eclectic mix of classic country and folk, Jacuzzi Beach, an Ypsi trip-surf trio, Human Skull, a local punk-rock trio, and Zzava, an Ypsi punk-rock quartet. 2–11:30 p.m.

 This local dance quintet plays classic R&B and Motown. With vocalist Terry Samuels, guitarist Pete Bullard, keyboardist Andy Adamson, bassist Doug Katchorek, and drummer Mike Moneart. They are backed by the Westside Girls, the vocal duo of Cheryl McIntire and Carol Shaw.

With local stand-up comics Tommy Cook, Bret Hayden, Patty Rooney, and Jacob Russell. Musical acts TBA.

The new side project of Alex Holycross, lead singer of the Oakland self-styled “thrash grass” country quartet The Native Howl, and Erin Zindle, the fiery fiddling frontwoman of the veteran local country-rock band The Ragbirds. Together they play an intense brand of outlaw Americana that blends Hollycross’s edgy rasp and heavy metal powerchord guitar work with Zindle’s airy vocals and graceful fiddle playing. $29.

Young local jazz trio that plays a mix of originals and bebop standards.

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

Jazz ensemble led by this local drummer.

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

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.

Two shows featuring various high school jazz ensembles. 6 & 8 p.m. $5.

Local classic rock band.

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.

Blues-based grunge-tinged Southern Gothic folk-rock singer-songwriter from Tennessee whose influences range from Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Nina Simone to the Carolina Chocolate Drops and the Duhks. She sings in a distinctively powerful, yet tender voice, and expertly accompanies herself on banjo and guitar. Her 2024 CD Still + Bright moves her sound in a more indie rock direction, with guest appearances by S G Goodman and Billy Strings, among others. “Kiah digs very deep, expanding her musical space, opening up her songwriting process, displaying a greater vocal range and delivering a very personal message,” writes Americana UK. “It’s a remarkable and powerful album.” $29.

Solo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.

All acoustic musicians invited. Hosted by Skinned Knees.

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

Jazz improvisations by this duo of drummer Ashton and saxophonist Shelton.

Funk and R&B–inflected jazz ensemble led by local saxophonist Sullivan, a U-M medical student.

Solo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.

Young folk-rock singer-guitarist who writes stark yet effusive songs exploring longing, grief, and hope. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.