Chicago
Show of the week » Are you surprised that this show is sold out, so the only option left is to search for a scalper? Don't be. Chicago, the pop-rock-jazz fusion band formed in 1967 in its namesake city, has sold more than 120 million albums and charted five No. 1 albums. Bill Champlin, singer, songwriter, guitarist, keyboard player, arranger and producer with Chicago since 1981, said his band is a summer tour warrior. "I've had one summer off since 1982," he said. "It's a pretty good gig," he added. "It helps to have relatively good songs." Coincidentally, the same day as the concert, Champlin will release "No Place Left to Fall," his first solo CD in more than a decade. It took so long, he said, because he wanted an album that's "all killer, no filler." He said he was of the era when every time the Beatles released an album, it was an event, and people would listen to the record the whole way through. "I remember buying LPs and reading liner notes," he said. "People [now] don't say, 'I can't wait to buy that Lady GaGa album to see who played percussion.' "
When » Aug. 4 at 7 p.m.
Where » Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
Tickets » Sold-out; $55 for garden members, $60 for others, at www.redbuttegarden.org
Diana Krall
This concert was sold out long ago, so be prepared to pay a pretty penny if you still want to see the modern Queen of Jazz, at least if you count album sales. The contralto's latest album, "Quiet Nights," released in March, was her 10th studio album and debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard album chart.
When » Friday at 7
Where » Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
Tickets » Sold out; $53 for garden members, $58 for others, at www.redbuttegarden.org
Saliva
Lead singer Josey Scott is best-known for his duet with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger on the 2002 "Spider-Man" hit "Hero." But he's best when leading his own band, Saliva, a hard rock band from Nashville. The band is known for its rock anthems "Click Click Boom" and "Ladies and Gentlemen," which both are perfect for minor-league hitters approaching the plate. Smile Empty Souls and Adelitas Way are also on the bill.
When » Friday. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where » Murray Theater, 4916 S. State St., Murray
Tickets » $14 at SmithsTix
Hoobastank
Performing at the official after-party for the Kimball Park City Arts Festival, Hoobastank is a California-based pop-rock band best known for its inescapable 2004 radio hit "The Reason." Having sold more than 10 million albums during its career, Hoobastank in January released its fourth album, "For(N)ever."
When » Friday. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where » Harry O's, 427 Main St., Park City
Tickets » $20 at SmithsTix
Air Supply
Soft rock is synonymous with Air Supply, the duo of Park City resident Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock. The two met in1975 while performing in the Australian production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" and have since recorded such memorable prom songs as "All Out of Love," "Making Love Out of Nothing at All" and "The One That You Love."
When » Friday at 8
Where » Sandy Amphitheater, 1245 E. 9400 South, Sandy
Tickets » $20-$40 at SmithsTix
Dokken
With founder Don Dokken still as its lead singer, this metal band formed in 1978 has been carrying the hard-rock and long-hair torch ever since, selling more than 10 millions albums. In 2008, Dokken released its first studio album in four years, "Lightning Strikes Again," which became its highest-charting album since 1995.
When » Friday. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where » Teazers Bar & Grill, 366 36th St., Ogden
Tickets » $20 or $25 VIP at SmithsTix
Robert Cray Band and the New Voodoo Swing Orchestra
The 55-year-old blues singer and guitarist turns 56 this weekend, and to celebrate will play a Utah show with his band as well as the New Voodoo Swing Orchestra. The Grammy winner has toured with Bob Dylan and Eric Clapton and is regarded as one of the most talented guitar players in the world.
When » Friday at 8
Where » Waterfall Amphitheater, Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Tickets » $35 at SmithsTix
Acoustic All-Stars
Local as well as nationally touring acoustic musicians will perform at this event, featuring Greg Downs, McCall Erickson, Steven Swift, Silver Glen, Dustin Bangerter, Josh Johnson, Jablue and Melody with Tyler Forsberg. It's a chance for acoustic musicians to play somewhere besides coffee shops, Melody wrote in promoting the show. "[After] listening to a local musician with so much talent and very few fans, it occurred to us that all it takes to get anywhere in this business is a little buzz, some exposure and maybe a little 'up selling.' "
When » Aug. 1 at 8 p.m.; Aug. 2 at 2 p.m.
Where » Star Bar, 268 Main St., Park City
Tickets » $7, or $12 for 2-day pass, available at door and 24Tix
Charley Simmons
Presented by the Bridger Folk Music Society, Charley Simmons was the 1992 Utah State Flattop Guitar Champion, the 2002 Wyoming State Fingerstyle Champion, the winner of the 2003 Gamble Rogers Fingerstyle Guitar Competition and a winner in the 2005 KRCL Singer/Songwriter Competition.
When » Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Where » Crumb Brothers Bakery, 291 S. 300 West, Logan
Tickets » $10 at 435-757-3468; limited seating, advance purchase recommended
Simone and Ryan Shaw
Simone is the daughter of Nina Simone, and her jazzy vocals have landed her on Broadway with starring roles in "Rent" and "Aida." Ryan Shaw is a neo-soul singer who opened for blues singer Joss Stone two years ago, leading him to be booked as a headliner last year for the Park City Performing Arts Foundation.
When » Aug. 2 at 7 p.m.
Where » Deer Valley, 2250 Deer Valley Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $31 for lawn, $56 for reserved seats by calling 435-655-3114 or online at www.ecclescenter.org
Peter Breinholt
Originally from Bryn Mawr, Penn., Peter Breinholt is a folk musician who has developed a huge following in Salt Lake City and its suburbs. He has been a guest soloist with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and in 2008 released his first-ever retrospective compilation to commemorate a 15-year musical career.
When » Aug. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where » Sandy Amphitheater, 1245 E. 9400 South, Sandy
Tickets » $7 to $20 at SmithsTix
Chali 2na
Blessed with a great name fitting the Chicken of the Sea brand of tuna, Chali 2na is a rapper and hip hop artist known for his work with Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli. His new album, "Fish Outta Water," was released earlier this month.
When » Aug. 3 at 9 p.m.
Where » The State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets » $15 at www.thestateroomslc.com; at door, $2 to $5 more
Tinsley Ellis
This Florida-born blues musician was inspired by B.B. King to pick up the guitar. Ellis plays Southern-rock-influenced blues, leading him to be compared with fellow Southerners Duane Allman, Freddie King, Derek Trucks and Warren Haynes. The Huckleberries are also on the bill.
When » Aug. 4 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $10 in advance, $12 day of show, at 24Tix
Black Hollies
A week after it celebrated its 10th anniversary, Kilby Court brings in the pop-rock band the Black Hollies to perform. The band was formed in 2005 as an experiment, mixing '60s soul and pop with rave-up rock. In later years, the band has adopted psychedelic elements to its rock. FURS is also on the bill.
When » Aug. 4 at 9 p.m.
Where » Kilby Court, 741 S. 330 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $6 at SmithsTix and 24Tix
Great American Taxi
This bluegrass band is fresh off its headlining June performance at Snowbird's Grill on the Hill festival. The band is led by Vince Herman, guitarist, singer and founding member of Leftover Salmon. Since Leftover Salmon went on hiatus in 2005, Herman formed Great American Taxi, which released its debut album in 2007.
When » Aug. 4. Doors open at 9 p.m.
Where » The Star Bar, 268 Main St., Park City
Tickets » $5 in advance, $7 day of, at SmithsTix
RZA
A member of Wu-Tang Clan, RZA is Grammy-winning music producer, author, rapper and filmmaker who is the leader of the hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan. He has produced nearly all of Wu-Tang Clan's albums as well as many Wu-Tang solo projects. RZA is also a founding member of the rap group Gravediggaz.
When » Aug. 5 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $18 in advance, $20 day of, at SmithsTix and 24Tix
Q-Tip
Q-Tip is a Queens-based rapper known for his association with A Tribe Called Quest. He has produced records for Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, and in November he released his critically beloved album "The Renaissance." He is also expected to release his 2001 unreleased album "Kamaal/The Abstract" in September. B.o.B. opens.
When » Aug. 6 at 7 p.m.
Where » Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St., Salt Lake City
Tickets » Free
Chicago Afrobeat Project
While staying connected to tradition, this Chicago group expands what it means to be an Afrobeat band by melding a range of influences, including funk, rock, jazz and Afro-Cuban, to make a jazzy, hypnotic stew. The band was nominated as Best African Artist in the Chicago Music Awards in 2004 and 2005, and was nominated for the CMA's Award of Honor for Contribution to World Beat Music in 2006.
When » Aug. 6 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $8 in advance, $10 day of, at SmithsTix and 24Tix
