Thursday, August 23
What: Deathtram and Sold Gold, Dumb Lunch and Sam Stratton Whip Experience
Where The Pilot Light
When: 10 p.m.
Price: $5
Rob's Take: Deathtram's psychadelic sound is musically reminiscent of Explosions in the Sky mixed with early Sonic Youth. Solid Gold has a nice synth feel. Dumb Lunch is an up-and-coming local band. All you need to know about the Sam Stratton Whip Experience: They have a killer name. Good groups, good venue, good show.
Friday, August 24
What: Hipster Hoedown
Where: Wesley Foundation
When: 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Victoria's View: Hipsters and cowboys are two groups who usually don't mix, but for the sake of a good time, the Lambda Student Union, UT's LGBTQ programming organization will serve pizza, drinks and music at a hipster hoedown as a back-to-school-event. Students can dress as a hipster, cowboy or both. Costumes are not mandatory to attend.
What: Old Crow Medicine Show with the Lumineers and the Milk Carton Kids
Where: The Historic Tennessee Theater
When: 8 p.m.
Price: $37
Rob's Take: If you like Americana bluegrass with a modern spin, be sure to check out Old Crow Medicine Show as they play the Historic Tennessee Theater. The band stays true to their Americana roots by keeping with the 1920s twang they have been known for in their previous albums. The band is on tour to promote their new album "Carry Me Back." The Lumineers and the Milk Carton Kids make for great opening acts.
Saturday, August 25
What: Erick Baker "Goodbye June" CD Release Party
Where: Bijou Theater
When: 8 p.m.
Price: $19.50 in advanced. $23 at door.
Victoria's View: Sentimental artist Erick Baker will perform songs off his second full length album "Goodbye June." His heartfelt lyrics will be sure to make you and your date melt.
What: Corey Smith with Indian Rodeo
Where: Tennessee Theater
When: 8 p.m.
Price: $25
Victoria's View: Country music artist Corey Smith's lively on- stage presence will be sure to have you shaking your boots.
Sunday, August 26
What: Adam Klein and the Wild Fires
Where: Barley's Taproom
When: N/A
Price: Free
Victoria's View: Sunday is the last day of the weekend. Why not head out to the Old City and enjoy some pizza and free music?