Nightspots



January 22, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: McLaughlin’s Alley.

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Detroit Irish-tinged pop-rock quintet fronted by sibling singer-songwriters Tina and Maureen Paraventi.

January 23, 2026

North Star Lounge: So Say We All.

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Local singer-songwriter duo who play covers, along with folk-rock originals infused with elements of psychedelic and glam-punk. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

January 23, 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 Mark Lavengood. 7–10 p.m. $10.

January 23, 2026

Habitat Lounge: Habitat Jazz Collective.

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Jazz originals and standards by a local ensemble led by singer-bassist Rob Crozier.

January 23, 2026

Live: The Cellar Cats.

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An eclectic mix of rock ’n’ roll, Motown, blues, soul, and R&B—mostly from the 1960s & 70s—by this finely tuned ensemble of veteran local musicians that’s fronted by vocalists Patty O’Connor, who plays keyboards and flute, and Myron Grant, who plays harmonica and guitar.

January 23, 2026

Earle: Rick Burgess Trio.

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Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.

January 23, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: “Bark’s Tales.”

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Folk-rock originals by local singer-songwriter Michael Snyder-Barker.

January 23, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Hard Candy.

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Local rock band fronted by Spark vocalist Robin Grant. 9:30–11:30 p.m.

January 23, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Jerry Mack & the Terraplanes.

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Veteran local band led by singer-guitarist Mack that plays a mix of houserocking blues, uptown swing, soulful R&B, and roots rock, along with a few Motown songs.

January 23, 2026

Blue LLama: Ona.

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All-female Detroit jazz ensemble of drummer Gayelynn McKinney, bassist Laura-Simone Martin, and Redwood, the stage name of jazz singer & keyboardist Sequoia Snyder.

January 23, 2026

Ark: The Rupple Brothers.

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Saginaw-area acoustic pop-folk trio with an air of psychedelia.

 

January 24, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: Ron Shelton.

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Americana country-rock and folk-rock covers by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

January 24, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: The Wildflowers.

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Harmonically intricate original by this local acoustic Americana ensemble.

January 24, 2026

Ypsi Alehouse: The Second.

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Acoustic duo of Lansing singer-guitarists whose music ranges from classic rock and country to alt-rock and contemporary hits. 9:30–11:30 p.m.

January 24, 2026

Zal Gaz Grotto: Deep Steam.

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Ypsi quartet that plays jazz, rock, and soul covers, along with some originals.

January 24, 2026

Ziggy’s: Lawncare.

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Local indie rock ’n’ roll quartet. Openers: TBA.

January 24, 2026

North Star Lounge: Bobby Pennock Trio.

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Folk-rock ensemble led by Pennock, a Plymouth singer-songwriter whose style draws its influences from Paul Simon and Harry Chapin, with a helping of the Beatles thrown in for zest. 6–7:15 p.m. $15.

January 24, 2026

Ark: “A Tribute to Todd Snider.”

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A Folk Fest kickoff event in honor of this beloved late Memphis folk-rock singer-songwriter. With performances by an all-star lineup of local acts, including Ani Mari, Chris Buhalis, Dave & Kristi, Jetty Rae, Jill Jack, The Lucky Nows, Michael Robertson, The Minor Pieces, Misty Lyn, The RFD Boys, Wilson Thicket, and others.

January 24, 2026

Habitat Lounge: Habitat Jazz Collective.

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Jazz originals and standards by a local ensemble led by singer-bassist Rob Crozier.