Nightspots

Versatile Livingston County classic rock, country, & blues quartet.

A wide range of dance-friendly pop-rock by this local quartet fronted by vocalist Robin Grant.

Veteran Monroe psychedelic blues-rock trio.

Hip-hop show hosted by Dre Dave. Performers TBA.

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

This veteran Royal Oak quartet plays a wide range of Celtic music, from contemporary Irish songs and traditional songs of emigration to sea shanties, lively jigs and reels, and haunting ancient airs. $29.

Jazz ensemble led by Detroit trumpeter Gideon. 10:15–11:15 p.m.

With area heavy rock bands Epic Disappointments, Godstine, Crush Doltra, and Stick Boom. $20.

Jazz ensemble led by local drummer Collins. Their album, The Late Set, was recorded at a show at the Blue Llama in March 2024. 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.

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

Best known as a former member of Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys, Lavengood is a bluegrass-oriented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumental virtuoso who Billy Strings calls “a great songwriter and a master on the dobro.” Tonight he is joined by guest musicians TBA for a set of songs by John Prine. $29.

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

Veteran NYC-based trumpeter-arranger and hip-hop rapper whose distinct brand of urban-contemporary jazz incorporates neo-soul grooves and hip-hop verses. He has a brand-new album, Betta Days, that features collaborations with Kamasi Washington, MonoNeon, Rae Khalil, Cimafunk, and others. “From horn-driven anthems to funk-soaked meditations, Betta Days feels both deeply rooted and wildly forward-looking,” writes one Mundane reviewer. It’s “a testament to Brown’s rare ability to bridge history and innovation.” $50.

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.

All singers and acoustic musicians invited for an open mic followed by an hour of jamming. Participants welcome to bring chord-and-lyric sheets of any well-known song for the jam.

A set by a house band led by local jazz trumpeter Ingrid Racine. Followed by an open mic for vocalists, instrumentalists (including electronic), MCs, & poets.

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

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

All acoustic musicians invited. Hosted by Skinned Knees. 6:45 p.m.

Acoustic classic rock covers and originals in the same vein by this local band fronted by vocalist Rose. 5–8:30 p.m.