Matt Whipkey and Kris Lager
With the Matt Whipkey Three now down to two members and the Kris Lager Band down to just a pair, the two duos are taking to a Benson stage to duel it out. Catch Whipkey and drummer Scott “Zip” Zimmerman perform with Kris Lager and drummer Jeremiah Weir.
Details: 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Barley Street Tavern, 2735 N. 62nd St. $5 cover.
Eastern Turkish
The young punks in Eastern Turkish open up a show for fellow Omaha punks the Shidiots. Eastern Turkish’s ska leanings and driving punk riffs bring up notions of California rockers Rancid.
Details: Saturday at 9 p.m. at Saddle Creek Bar, 1410 N. Saddle Creek Road.
Big Al Band with Jes Winter
Catch Big Al, bassist Ashley Dawn and a drum machine as the band films songs for a live DVD.
Details: 9 p.m. Friday at the Barley Street Tavern, 2735 N. 62nd St. $5 cover.
All in the shoes?
The boys from Ultimate Downhill Machines will join Gunk DJs Kobrakyle and $pencelove for another dance party. The theme this time? “Money, it’s gotta be the shoes!” Get some new kicks and show ’em off at the party.
Details: 9 p.m. tonight at the Waiting Room, 6212 Maple St. $5 cover.
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