Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit
Show of the week • "I miss the Zephyr," said Jason Isbell, referencing the now-defunct Zephyr Club in downtown Salt Lake City. "I'm glad there's an equally cool place to be," he added, referring to The State Room. The latter is a place the Northern Alabama-based band he fronts has played more times than any other band since the club opened. Isbell is becoming less and less known for being a member of the Drive-By Truckers, and more and more as a solo artist whose lyricism and guitar-playing proves that he is a creative force by himself. Isbell will visit The State Room on a short tour of the Intermountain West, and Isbell said in a Tribune interview the tour is essentially an attempt to "feel like I'm contributing to society." The band is touring behind the 2011 album "Here We Rest," with a title an unmistakable nod to his beloved home state; it once was the state motto of Alabama. The album can almost be considered a concept album about the devastation the country has experienced in the Great Recession. "I listen to a lot of people's stories and try to empathize with him," he said. Hope & Tim Glenn open.
When • Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m.
Where • State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $17 at thestateroom.com
Mouth of a Lion with The Avenues and Stankbot Tyranny
Part of Mo's Neighborhood Grill Music Series, the show features three local bands, including Stankbot Tyranny, a young alt-rock trio featuring Will Holle on the drums, Ben Holle on guitar, Nick Anjerweirden on bass.
When • Friday, Jan. 6, at 8:30 p.m.
Where • Mo's Grill, 358 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $6 at 24Tix
Reese Waters
New York Magazine tapped Brooklyn-based Reese Waters as one of the city's Ten Comedians To Watch in March of 2009. He has also co-hosted "The Daily Line" on the Versus Network.
When • Friday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Where • Wiseguys West Valley City, 2194 W. 3500 South, West Valley City
Tickets • $10 at wiseguyscomedy.com
Comedy with a Complex
This comedy showcase is hosted by the inimitable Collen Waters and features Cody Eden, Aja Sicks, Jason Harvey and Toy Soup Improv.
When • Saturday, Jan. 7 at 8:30 p.m.
Where • The Complex, 536 W. 100 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $7 at SmithsTix
Peace Officer
The Fort Collins-based Peace Officer mashes hip-hop and dub into a unique style called "Dub Hop." With sets played by a live band with four MCs, Peace Officer puts on groove-oriented shows that are socially conscious. GeorgeLLife and The Bridge are also on the bill.
When • Saturday, Jan. 7 at 9 p.m.
Where • Bar Deluxe, 666 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $5 at door
Maceo Parker
Maceo Parker is synonymous with funk, and for leading the tightest little funk orchestra on earth. He got his start with James Brown, which Maceo describes as "like being at University," and then jumped aboard the Mothership with George Clinton and stretched out with Bootsy's Rubber Band.
When • Sunday, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m.
Where • State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $30 at thestateroom.com
Devon Allman's Honeytribe with Nicki Bluhm & The Gamblers
Son of Gregg Allman, Devon Allman likes to call his music "Science-fiction blues," named after their recent album "Space Age Blues."
When • Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 8 p.m.
Where • State Room, 638 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $12 at thestateroom.com
The Winter Fashion iNtrushuNN
The Winter Fashion iNtrushuNN will be hosted by comedian Jay Whittaker. The program will include live music from local performers and Salt Lake City's DJ Che. This event is designed to support local designers and show the world Salt Lake City knows fashion.
When • Thursday, Jan. 12 from 7:30 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Where • Club Elevate, 149 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $10 for GA, or $20 for premium seating (floor seats during the fashion show and catering), at 24Tix
Satisfaction: A Rolling Stones Experience
Billed as the world's best Rolling Stones show, it boasts the best cast and most authentic costumes, while playing all the classic Rolling Stones music you love.
When • Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m.
Where • Egyptian Theatre, 328 Main St., Park City
Tickets • $20-$40 at egyptiantheatrecompany.org
Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash
This San Diego-based country band received permission to use Johnny Cash's name before The Man in Black's death. Samuel Smith Band, Shar and The Lucky 7 are also on the bill.
When • Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m.
Where • Bar Deluxe, 666 S. State St., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $10 in advance, $12 day of show, at 24Tix
Phil Vassar
The Virginia-born country singer got his start co-writing singles for Tim McGraw, Jo Dee Messina, Collin Raye, and Alan Jackson. He became a singer in his own right in 2000 and has charted 19 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including two No. 1 hits: 2000's "Just Another Day in Paradise" and 2004's "In a Real Love." Opening is local singer Paisley.
When • Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Where • The Rail Event Center, 235 N. 500 West, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $10 at SmithsTix
