A.A. Bondy
Show of the week » A.A. Bondy was once known as Scott Bondy and the leader of the alt-rock band Verbena, and Foo Fighter Dave Grohl produced one of the band's albums. But then something happened, he said in a Tribune interview: "I knew I didn't want to do the same thing." So over the next few years, he delved into the music that really spoke to him -- alt-country -- and recast himself as A.A. Bondy, a strikingly honest folk artist who seems to have been born in a coal mine. His recent album "When the Devil's Loose" was one of 2009's best, maintaining a sense of foreboding without striking a false note. The soft-spoken young man said he changes when he is about to hit the stage. "There's some internal chemical process that takes place," he said. "I don't have to light any candles or turn out the lights." Will Sartain will open.
When » Jan. 27 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $10 in advance, $12 day of, at SmithsTix
Bellamy Brothers
This Florida-based pop-country duo, brothers David Milton Bellamy and Homer Howard Bellamy, saw considerable success in the 1970s and '80s, including its 1976 No. 1 hit, "Let Your Love Flow."
When » Tonight at 7
Where » Outlaw Saloon, 1254 W. 2100 South, Ogden
Tickets » $15 at SmithsTix
H.I.S.D.
H.I.S.D. (Hueston Independent Spit District) will perform with other guests, including Mr. Chocc, Boy Loco and DJ Rawn, at this welcome party for out-of-towners coming in for the film festivals. H.I.S.D. is a progressive, soulful hip-hop group from Houston.
When » Tonight at 6:30
Where » Club Karamba, 1051 E. 2100 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $50 for VIP tickets, $15 general admission, at SmithsTix
GZA
The Wu-Tang Clan founding member is known as The Genius. He first formed a three-man group with his cousins, who would later be known as RZA and Ol' Dirty Bastard. He is working on a solo project called "I Work for the Man," scheduled to be released later this year.
When » Jan. 23 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $20 at SmithsTix
I Love Ibiza: Miguel Alvarado
Born and raised in Mexico, Miguel Alvarado moved to Seattle in 1996 and has become one of the city's most in-demand DJs for dance parties. He is known for his remixes, as well as his love of acid house.
When » Jan. 23 at 8:30 p.m.
Where » W Lounge, 358 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $6 in advance, $10 day of, at 24Tix
Ginuwine
The R&B singer was one of the genre's most popular performers during the soul renaissance of the 1990s that infused hip-hop into the brew. Ginuwine's sixth album, "A Man's Thoughts," was released in June and included Brandy, Missy Elliott, Bun B and Timbaland.
When » Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Where » The Rail Event Center, 235 N. 500 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $60 VIP, $30 general admission, at SmithsTix
Big Head Todd and the Monsters
The Colorado rock band and Utah fan favorites are teaming up with Suunto, Keen, Marmot and Backpacker magazine at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Show to help the Love Hope Strength Foundation raise money for global cancer care. Show attendees will be given the opportunity to purchase discounted concert tickets for a donation of $15 or more (tickets at the door are $25).
When » Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Where » The Depot, 400 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $22 in advance, $25 day of, at SmithsTix
Mike Posner
The 21-year-old Michigan native is finishing his senior year at Duke University and performs on the weekends. The synth-pop singer-songwriter has collaborated with artists such as Kid Cudi, Wale, Big Sean, Bun B, One Be Lo, Eric Holljes and 3OH!3, and is managed by the same manager as Wale.
When » Jan. 24 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $12 in advance, $14 day of, at SmithsTix
Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk
One of the acclaimed Neville Brothers, Ivan Neville, created Dumpstaphunk in 2003 initially for a solo gig at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, but was so impressed with the soul-funk blend that he kept the band and started touring the U.S. Their live shows have become legend.
When » Jan. 25 at 8 p.m.
Where » The State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets » $17 in advance, $20 day of, at thestateroomslc.com or at door
White Denim
This Austin rock trio has varying influences ranging from garage rock to looping, and its third full-length album, "Fits," was released in Oct. 20. Also on the bill are NOMO and Brazos.
When » Jan. 26 at 9 p.m.
Where » Urban Lounge, 241 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $8 in advance, $10 day of, at SmithsTix
Carney
Entertainment Weekly named this rock group one of the Top 10 to watch in 2010. Having recently opened for Govt. Mule, the band is led by Reeve Carney, who has been hailed as the next Jeff Buckley. The band has also opened for the likes of The Black Crowes, Live and The Veronicas.
When » Jan. 27 at 8 p.m.
Where » The State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets » $10 in advance, $12 day of, at SmithsTix
Rebelution with Soja and Zion I
Rebelution is a reggae-rock group from Santa Barbara created on the campus of UC Santa Barbara. Rebelution has developed into the most popular front-runner of the independent music groups representing the burgeoning Cali-Reggae scene.
When » Jan. 28 at 8 p.m.
Where » The Depot, 400 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $15 in advance, $18 day of, at SmithsTix
The Small Town Shakedown Tour
The metal tour features The Ghost Inside, For The Fallen Dreams, Suffokate and Your Demise. Why do they think we're a small town, though?
When » Jan. 28 at 5:30 p.m.
Where » In The Venue, 579 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets » $10.50 in advance, $12.50 day of, at SmithsTix
