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SHAME — South London’s bracing postpunk outfit Shame (pictured) will perform at Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville with Protomartyr and The Phlegms on March 3. On Jan. 12, the five-piece released their debut album “Songs of Praise,” a compressed and to-the-point statement of everything they’re about. With influences like Gang of Four and Parquet Courts, Shame has been described by Billboard as having a “witty, melodic, fiery and addictive vibe that is all their own.” shame.world. $12-$15.

Feb. 25

RAUL MIDÓN — With a signature combination of silky tenor voice and percussive guitar style, Raul Midón is bringing his category-defying sound to the Walton Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. March 1 as part of the West Street Live music series. Midón’s syncopated, flamenco- and jazz-infused guitar playing has earned the singer/songwriter renown as one of music’s most distinctive and searching voices. He has been described as “a one-man band… who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” 443-5600, waltonartscenter.org, raulmidon.com. $30.

ALICIA OLATUJA QUINTET — Influenced by a wide range of musical styles, from gospel and soul to jazz and classical, Alicia Olatuja has been praised by The New York Times as “a singer with a strong and luscious tone and an amiably regal presence on stage.” She will bring her exquisite vocals, artistic versatility and captivating demeanor, supported by her quintet, to the Walton Arts Center stage in Fayetteville at 7:30 p.m. March 2. 443-5600, waltonartscenter.org, aliciaolatuja.com. $30-$50.

Terri & Brett -- noon, Rowdy Beaver Den, Eureka Springs.

Winslow Squirrel Jam -- 5 p.m., Ozark Folkways, Winslow.

"Shh! We Have a Plan" -- 2 & 4 p.m., Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville. $9-$15.

Feb. 26

Emily Rowland -- 5 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Mattie Neumayer -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

Johnny Dale Roberts -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Russ Hutchinson -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Matt & Aaron Devos -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Feb. 27

UAFS Chorale Concert -- 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Fort Smith.

Russ Hutchinson -- 5 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Tony Alvarez -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

TJ Scarlett -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Matt Dodd -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Dudley Jr. -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Jed Clampit -- 7 p.m., Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville.

Mummenschanz "you + me" -- 7 p.m., Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville. $10-$26.

Feb. 28

Ganja White Night -- 9 p.m., George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville. $20-$25.

Michael Cooper -- 5 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Jovan Arellanno -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

Copelin Bates -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Mendy Johnson -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Jon Dooly -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Isayah's Allstars -- Mojo's Pints & Pies, Fayetteville.

March 1

Dylan Earl & the Reasons Why -- 7 p.m., with Hang Rounder, and Terminus. Backspace, Fayetteville.

Ruckzuck -- 7:30 p.m., Dickson Street Pub, Fayetteville.

Jim Mills -- 5 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Tisdale & Butler -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

Lazy Daisy -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Jocko -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Johnny Dale Roberts -- 6 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Raul Midón -- 7:30 p.m., Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville. $30.

March 2

Five Shot Jack -- 8 p.m., Black Apple Crossing, Springdale.

Route 358 -- 7 p.m., Brick Street Brews, Rogers.

Tyler Gregory -- Chelsea's Corner Cafe, Eureka Springs.

Randall King -- 10 p.m., Choctaw Casino, Pocola, Okla.

The Last Poets -- 7 p.m. Performance Lab. Crystal Bridges Museum, Bentonville.

Jeff Alvine -- 7:30 p.m., Dickson Street Pub, Fayetteville.

Manic Focus -- 9:30 p.m. Super Happy Fun Time Tour. George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville. $15-$18.

September's End -- 7 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Take Cover -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

Steve Dimmitt -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Dropbox Drifters -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Maud Crawford -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Jon Dooly -- 8 p.m., Levi's Gastrolounge, Rogers.

VORE -- 7:30 p.m, with Center of Disease, Tel Anorath, and Had Enough. Nomads Music Lounge, Fayetteville. $5-$8.

Johai Kafa -- Stage Eighteen, Fayetteville. $8.

DJ Boyd -- 10 p.m., Teatro Scarpino, Fayetteville.

Alicia Olatuja Quintet -- 7:30 p.m., Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville. $30-$50.

March 3

Jimmy Wayne Garrett & Liberty Bell -- 8 p.m., Black Apple Crossing, Springdale.

Opal Fly and Kapow -- Chelsea's Corner Cafe, Eureka Springs.

Christopher Titus -- 9 p.m. standup comedy. Cherokee Casino, West Siloam Springs, Okla. $15.

Jovan Arellano -- 7:30 p.m., Dickson Street Pub, Fayetteville.

Fenner Russell Memorial Music Series -- 10:30 a.m. with SoNA. Fayetteville Public Library.

Brother Moses -- 9 p.m. acoustic show. George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville. $10-$15.

Sugar Creek -- 7 p.m., JJ's Grill, Bella Vista.

Jamie Wolfe & the Wranglers -- JJ's Grill, Dickson Street.

Maud Crawford -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fayetteville.

Wes Hart -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Fort Smith.

Take Cover -- 8:30 p.m., JJ's Grill, Rogers.

Sara Evans -- 9 p.m. for NWA Children's Shelter Starlight Gala (6-10 p.m.). John Q. Hammons Center, Rogers. $250.

Randall Shreve -- 8 p.m., Levi's Gastrolounge, Rogers.

Benjamin Del Shreve -- 6 p.m., Nomads Music Lounge, Fayetteville. $16-$25.

Brad Williams & the Dance Hall Prophets -- 7 p.m., Rowdy Beaver on W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs.

Pinetop Renegades -- 8 p.m.; Brad & Todd at noon. Rowdy Beaver Den, Eureka Springs.

Randall Shreve -- 8 p.m., The Odd Soul, Springdale.

Shame -- with Protomartyr, and The Phlegms. Smoke & Barrel Tavern, Fayetteville. $12-$15.

Royal Wade Kimes -- 7:30 p.m., Sunrise Stage, Fayetteville. $20.

Please send info about your upcoming concerts and events to Jocelyn.

-- Jocelyn Murphy

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