The Melvins at Pearl Street
Heavy music legends The Melvins are coming to town this Saturday on the latest stop of their Basses Loaded U.S. tour. Never the type to shy away from weirdness or experimentation, these guys have been churning out wildly original music for decades. They’ve earned themselves a reputation as one of the most influential bands in modern rock. If you like your guitar riffs weighty and your vocals snarling, come see them live and find out why they’re revered by so many other musicians. Sat. Aug. 27, 8:30 p.m. Pearl Street Nightclub, 10 Pearl St., Northampton. $25 at NBOTickets.com
Comedy as a Weapon Presents: Split Personalities
Local comedy stalwart Tim Lovett is hosting headliner Peaches Rodriguez, along with Jess Miller, Jennifer Myszkowski, Shaun Connolly, Eric Taylor, and Northampton favorite Laura Fattaruso. Humble Digs and DJ Groove are on hand to provide the soundtrack. The after party includes karaoke, so you know there will be more laughs to be had following the show. Fri. Aug. 26, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Spare Time Northampton and City Sports Grille, 525 Pleasant St, Northampton. $10 at eventbrite.com.
Springfield Indie Soul Festival
The Springfield Indie Soul Festival, now in its seventh year, is a two-day soul, jazz, R&B, dance, and art festival at the International Biergarten on Main Street. Performers include Christopher Williams, Alyson Williams, Tashan, Black Ivory, and a handful of other musicians, as well as art exhibitions, books, fashion, and — needless to say — food. There’s also a talent competition with a $500 prize and a tap dance exhibition, all happening on Main Street in Springfield this Friday and Saturday. Fri. Aug. 26 5-11 p.m.; Sat. Aug. 27 noon to 11 p.m. International Biergarten, 1600 Main St., Springfield. $15 Friday / $20 Sat. SpringfieldIndySoul.com.
