Edmonds Arts Commission Concerts: Maya Soleil plays at noon Aug. 16 at Hazel Miller Plaza, Fifth Ave. S. and Maple Street. The band performs traditional African folk and progressive acid jazz alongside costumed African dancers. More at www.mayasoleil.com. The Edmonds Arts Commission’s free summer concert series concludes with Americana, folk and Celtic band Tiller’s Folly on Aug. 23. More at www.edmondswa.gov/arts-commission.html.
Music at the Marina: Free outdoor concerts, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays through Aug. 30, except Aug. 18 during Fresh Paint Festival of Working Artists, Port Gardner Landing, 1700 W. Marine View Drive, Everett. Upcoming acts include Bochinche, playing tropical Latin salsa, Aug. 16, and Massy Ferguson, playing rock, Aug. 25. More at www.everettwa.gov.
Stanwood Summer Concert Series: The Chris Eger Band is performing the last show of the Stanwood Summer Concert Series at 4 p.m. Aug. 18 near the Bank of America, 26929 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. The band, based in Mount Vernon, plays rock, blues and Americana. More at www.ci.stanwood.wa.us.
Edmonds Summer Concerts in City Park: The Gothard Sisters perform at 3 p.m. Aug. 19, City Park, Third Ave. S. and Pine St., Edmonds. The trio of sisters from Edmonds play traditional Celtic music with violin, guitar and the mandolin. Their most recent album, “Midnight Sun,” reached No. 6 on Billboard’s world music chart. More at www.gothardsisters.com or by calling 425-771-0230.
Tulalip Summer Concert Series: Clint Black and Sara Evans will share the stage at 7 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Tulalip Amphitheatre, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip. The show is part of the 2018 Tulalip Summer Concert Series. Next up: Styx, Aug. 23. Tickets start at $70. Call 360-716-6000 or visit www.tulalipresortcasino.com.
The Done Goners: The hillbilly garage duo will play at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St., Marysville. They play acoustic guitar, lap steel, suitcase kickdrum and upright bass. Tickets are $5 at the door. Call 360-363-8408. More at www.marysvillewa.gov.
Snohomish Taste of Music: Three days of live music Aug. 17-19. Schedule includes Fonzarelli and George on Aug. 17; The Folsoms, The School of Rock Seattle All Star House Band, Green River Revivalists, VDG, The Staxx Brothers and the Joe Slick Band on Aug. 18; and the Washington finals of the International Blues Competition on Aug. 19. More at www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org.
S.S. Scuttlebutt: The Everett Music Initiative hosts an August show 7 p.m. Aug. 17 at Scuttlebutt Taproom, 3314 Cedar St., Everett. Featuring bands Smokey Brights, Tellers, I Will Keep Your Ghost and Cave Clove. Tickets are $10. More at www.everettmusicinitiative.com.
Bipul Chettri & The Traveling Band: The Nepali-Indian singer-songwriter and his band play at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. The group performs contemporary folk and folk rock in the Nepali language. Chettri’s debut solo album, “Sketches of Darjeeling,” received critical praise and awards, including Pop-Rock Album of the Year at the Hero Hits FM 91.2 Awards. More at www.bipulchettri.com or call 425-275-9595.
Damien Escobar: The world-touring violinist performs at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22 at Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. Escobar rose to fame when he and his brother placed third on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” Now performing solo, he plays classical, jazz, pop, R&B and hip-hop. Tickets are $19 adults, $15 for youth/student, with a discount for seniors and military. Call 425-275-9595 or visit www.ec4arts.org.
Evergreen State Fair Concerts: Concerts are Aug. 27-31 at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE., Monroe. More at www.evergreenfair.org. Aug. 27: Roots and Boots Tour with Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin. Aug. 28: American Idol Live 2018, featuring the top eight winners from the TV show. Aug. 29: Spike & the Impalers. Aug. 30: Randy Houser with Michael Ray. Aug. 31: Skillet.
All Our Exes Live in Texas: The Australian band performs at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29 at the Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds. The indie folk band won the ARIA award for Best Blues and Roots Album for their debut album, “When We Fall.” Tickets start at $19. More at www.edmondscenterforthearts.org.
Tribute Time Machine: Local tribute bands will perform 8 p.m. Sept. 1 in honor of Linda Ronstadt at Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. The show brings you back to the golden age of rock radio — complete with DJ in a period radio station set, vintage TV commercials and news. Featuring the talents of Holly Aprecio and Just One Look. Tickets start at $20. Call 425-258-6766 or go to www.historiceveretttheatre.com.
Roger Fisher of Heart featuring Kat Perkins: Hear Heart favorites like “Barracuda” and “Crazy On You,” as well as new songs from Fisher’s “Heart of the Blues” album, featuring the lead vocals of Kat Perkins, who was a top five finalist on NBC’s “The Voice.” The show is 7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. Tickets start at $20. Call 425-258-6766 or go to www.historiceveretttheatre.com.
John Sebastian of The Lovin’ Spoonful: The former lead singer of The Lovin’ Spoonful will perform 8 p.m. Sept. 8 at Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. Through his band, Sebastian played a major role in the mid-’60s rock revolution — but what he had in mind was actually a counter-revolution. Tickets start at $32. Call 425-258-6766 or go to www.historiceveretttheatre.com.
Northwest Tribfest: The second annual tribute band festival is 4 to 10 p.m. Sept. 15 Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. Featuring KISS, Motley Crue, Journey, Scorpions and Metallica tribute bands. All ages. VIP pre-party at 2 p.m. Doors open at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 day-of show. VIP tickets are $45. Call 425-258-6766 or go to www.historiceveretttheatre.com.
Borrowed Time: The Music of Styx: The Styx tribute band performs at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St., Marysville. The band, based in Seattle, plays some of the Styx’ greatest hits, including “Come Sail Away,” “Renegade” and “Fooling Yourself.” Tickets are $15. More at www.marysvillewa.gov.
S.S. Scuttlebutt: The Everett Music Initiative hosts its Summerzover show 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Scuttlebutt Taproom, 3314 Cedar St., Everett. Featuring bands Sisters, Kuinka and Fretland. Tickets are $10. More at www.everettmusicinitiative.com.
DjangoFest Northwest: The 18th annual gypsy jazz festival is Sept. 19-23 at Whidbey Island Center for Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. The festival, celebrating the music of legendary composer Django Reinhardt, features performers from all over the world. Festival favorite Tcha Limberger headlines with Duved Dunayevsky, Dave Kelbie and Simon Planting. Ticket prices vary. Call 360-221-8268 or visit www.djangofestNW.com.
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