Nightspots



March 6, 2026

Mash (Ann Arbor): The Reason You Came.

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Detroit rock party band that covers songs from the current century.

March 6, 2026

Mash (Ypsilanti): Rory Nevins.

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

March 6, 2026

North Star Lounge: The Wildflowers.

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Local acoustic folk-rock & Americana trio. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

March 6, 2026

North Star Lounge: Pontiac Trail Blazers.

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Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by dobro player Tony Pace. 7–10 p.m. $10.

March 6, 2026

Rumpus Room: Open Mic.

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Sign up in advance at rumpusroomvenue.com/live-music. Hosted by Beatbox Jake.

March 6, 2026

Water Tower Distilling Co.: “Rhizome Roots Speakeasy.”

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Music and poetry open mic; all performers invited. 8–10 p.m.

March 6, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Mary Ann Kirt.

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Pop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

March 6, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Steve Somers & Friends.

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

March 6, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: The Jaybees.

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Local acoustic Americana quartet fronted by Switchbacks vocalist Janet Benson and singer-guitarist John Baltic. With bassist Patrick Little and drummer Dave Wak.

March 6, 2026

Ziggy’s: Black Water Bridge.

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New local rock quartet. Openers: Hunter & the HasBeens, an Ypsi rock trio fronted by vocalist Hunter Walrod, along with the Ypsi rock band Frog Island Power Boat and The City Lines, a local self-styled “Springsteen backed by Jimmy Eat World” power-pop trio fronted by singer-songwriter (and Ann Arbor firefighter) Pat Deneau.

March 7, 2026

Ark: Shawn Colvin.

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A highly regarded veteran singer-songwriter who has been compared to Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, Colvin is known for her storytelling flair, pop smarts, and arresting blend of emotional intensity and sardonic wit. $56.

March 7, 2026

Blue LLama: Tatiana Eva-Marie.

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Jazz Manouche (aka Gypsy jazz) ensemble led by this NYC-based Swiss American vocalist known for renditions of this French popular music pioneered by Django Reinhardt that blends 1930s Parisian swing with Balkan Gypsy and folk influences. Praising her band, The Village Voice writes “they continue in the beloved steps of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, but with a contemporary and delightful American twist.” $50 (dinner & show, $95.).

March 7, 2026

Live: “Women’s International Day Fundraiser.”

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This variety showcase of local female performers includes drummer S.K. Rodriguez, harpist Doris Angel William, poet Michelle Smolarki, guitarists Kira Blue, Juniper, Maddy Ringo, and others. A benefit for The Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom. 5–8 p.m. Donation; pay what you can.

March 7, 2026

Mash (Ann Arbor): The Louderthans.

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East Lansing alt-rock & power-pop cover band.

March 7, 2026

Mash (Ypsilanti): The Machine.

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Pop, rock, and punk dance tunes by this local quartet featuring 2 former Bluescasters, guitarist Phil Ryski and bassist Doug Wolgat, along with drummer Rocky Di Iacovo and singer Aubrey Selaty.

March 7, 2026

Rumpus Room: 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.” $20 in advance at rumpusroomvenue.com & (if available) at the door.

March 7, 2026

Water Tower Distilling Co.: Travis Faber.

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Local singer-guitarist who plays classic country, pop, and rock ‘n’ roll covers.

March 7, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: The Acoustic Alchemists.

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Acoustic singer-guitar duo. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

March 7, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Feminine Energy.

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Local female singer-songwriters TBA. Hosted by Alaina Lemon and Sara Lambert.

March 7, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Lady Sunshine & the X Band.

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Popular local gospel-flavored blues band led by Lady Sunshine, a fiery, rich-voiced singer whose style blends elements of Aretha Franklin, Koko Taylor, and Denise LaSalle. The band’s latest CD is Big Sexee.