Moonmen From Mars
A pleasingly unique local music proposition, the Moonmen combine Ventures' shred with Ed Wood-style showmanship.
8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, at Will's Pub, $6-$8
Black Tiger Sex Machine
Harsh but high-energy electro trio BTSM one-up Deadmau5 with not one, but three electric feline helmets. Check and mate.
10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at Venue 578, $10-$15
Psychedelic Furs
The brooding Butlers from Britain hit the City Beautiful for the second time in roughly a year. What, you're suddenly going to act like you don't want to hear "Love My Way" live?
8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, at Hard Rock Live, $36-$38
Beth McKee
Homecoming show for this local fixture; singer-songwriter McKee returns from a summer in North Carolina with a clutch of new songs and a full band.
9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at Stardust Video & Coffee, $15-$20
Nas
One of the all-time greats in hip-hop, Nastradamus himself hits town with cutting-edge MCs Wale and Nick Grant along for the ride.
7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24, at Hard Rock Live, $38-$115
Wednesday 13
Murderdolls frontman brings his over-the-top solo vehicle to town; perfect for those who want an early taste of (loud) Halloween fright.
7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, at the Haven Lounge, $12-$15
Charcoal Tongue
Texas metal outfit got their start in 2015 after singer Chris Mora's attempted suicide; their harrowing music reflects that thankfully averted tragedy.
6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, at Backbooth, $15-$18
