Music this week

Live music and more, tonight through Thursday, compiled by Tom Di Nardo, Shaun Brady, Sara Sherr, Jonathan Takiff and Damon C. Williams.

POP

Southern Culture On the Skids: Grease your hair, throw back some brewskis and get down and dirty with the greatest coed, roadhouse-rocking, swampadelic, boogie blues band. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 tonight, $17, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti: As the name suggests, this guy makes strange music, nodding stylistically to '70s glam rock but with a DIY, one-man-and-his-machines ethic that updates the sound. M Room, 15 W. Girard Ave., 9 tonight, $10, 215-739-5577, www.themanhattanrom.com.

Sevendust: Popular metal band veers between strong melody lines and howling screamcore. Also on the bill, Nonpint and Solidium. TLA, 334 South St., 9 tonight, $25, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

Download Festival: Music and technology merge at this music festival, with opportunities to try out gadgets and Internet services between your favorite artists' sets. Pumped up Vegas dudes the Killers co-headline alongside a legendary gonzo-punk band that's influenced many, the resuscitated Iggy Pop and the Stooges. Also of note, Philly's own Man Man, Ghostland Observatory, Mutemouth, Louis XIV, Color Revolt, Sia, the Whigs and our newest fave from across the pond, Enemy UK. Susquehanna Bank Center, Camden, 2 p.m. tomorrow, $23.50 (each, in four-pack purchase) to $95, 215-336-2000, www.livenation.com.

Apples in Stereo: Crisp, juicy pop-rock group fronted by Robert Schneider is always in season. Take a bite, even though the opening acts are called Poison Control Center and Brian Scary & the Shedding Tears. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, $19 & $24, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Alex DiGrassi: One of the best of the new-age-music pack shares his nimble, finger-picked guitar stylings and haunting melodies. Sellersville Theater, Main and Temple streets, Sellersville, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $25, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com.

Priscilla Ahn: Gentle, whispery singer/songwriter has won her stripes in L.A.'s Hotel Cafe scene and has a strong advocate in Philly guy (and label mate) Amos Lee. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, $12, 215-928-0770, www.tinangel.com.

Missy Higgins: Love her Aussie accent and balmy tunes. Worthy support acts Eric Hutchinson and Claire Wadsworth share this singer-songwriter session. TLA, 334 South St., 9 p.m. tomorrow, $13.50 (in 4-pack), $18 and $20, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

Mike Gordon: One of the principals of the late, lamented Phish comes through to showcase kindred material from his solo album "Green Sparrow," out next week (his first in five years). But it's still very much a band thing, as singer/bassist Gordon will be joined here by fellow Vermonters Scott Murawski on guitar, keyboardist Tom Clearly and friends. Grimmace Federation opens. TLA, 334 South St., 8 p.m. Sunday, $23 & $25, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

Eddy Grant: Gonna rock down to "Electric Avenue," and then this funky reggaeman will take you higher. Trocadero, 10th and Arch streets, 8 p.m. Wednesday, $18-$20, 215-922-LIVE, www.thetroc.com.

Duffy: Calm and collected on stage, the latest blue-eyed-soul export from Britain (last name Duffy, first name Aimee), won't dose you bad like Amy Winehouse. Instead, she'll win you over with best-of-the-bunch pipes (which won her second prize on Wales' equivalent to "American Idol") and with the neo-classic, Motown/Sam Cooke-flavored material that's won an international following for her "Rockferry" album. TLA, 334 South St., 8 p.m. Wednesday, $22.50 (in 4 pack), $30 & $32, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

John Hiatt & the Ageless Beauties: Actually, this super-twang rocker seems age-obsessed. Note his latest album, "Same Old Man," chock full of wit and wisdom about time's passages. He sounds even raspier and more worldly wise than memory serves. Keswick Theatre, Easton Road and Keswick Avenue, Glenside, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, $36.50 and $46.50. 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com.

Anthony Green: Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter, known from the group Circa Survive, introduces material from his solo album, "Avalon." It's an edgy, chilly affair recorded at the New Jersey beach town of the same name and tracing his steps from adolescence to adulthood. Good Old War and Person I are in the warm-up slots. Starlight Ballroom, 460 N. 9th St., 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, $12, 866-468-7619, www.r5productions.com.

Pete Seeger Family Concert: It's a big week for the legendary folk singer. A moving, memorable documentary about his life "The Power of Song" reaches stores in DVD form on Tuesday. Two days later, Seeger pops up here to do one of his celebrated concerts for kids (and their parents), performing alongside grandson Tao-Rodriguez Seeger (of the Mammals band) and seasoned bluesman Guy Davis. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 2 p.m. Thursday, $16 ages 1-12, $28 adults, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Flobots: There's a well-deserved buzz building for these white boy rappers, thanks to rapid-fire, musically rocking and politically conscious jams like "There's a War Going on for Your Mind." People Under the Stairs and Bus Driver open. TLA, 334 South St., 9 p.m. Thursday, 215-222-1400, www.livenation.com.

Webb Wilder: He's a big bopper, a twang-meister and a very funny bunny. Why Wilder's not bigger than cheese-and-crackers remains one of life's stranger mysteries. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 8:30 p.m. Thursday, $15, 215-928-0770, www.tinangel.com.

Do You Remember The Times? Veteran DJ Gary O loves mid-'80s vibes and spins them exclusively here. DJs Jazzy Joe and Mike O lend a hand. North By Northwest, 7165 Germantown Ave., 10 tonight, 25+, $15, 215-248-1000,

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Every First Saturday: Downtown DJ set celebrates its one-year anniversary. DJ Cru Cut is in a celebratory mood and has invited fellow DJs Panek and Skipmode to help out. Expect Cru Cut's usual standout blending and beat-juggling. Bubble House, 3404 Sansom St, 10 p.m. tomorrow, 21+, $5, 215-243-0804, www.myspace.com/outerspaceQD.

Jamaica Independence Celebration: Don't miss Philly-based rising reggae/dub group Wareika Hill. Plus, food and free party favors from radio personality Selecta Jerry. Train Stop Island Restaurant, 25 Madison Ave., Mount Holly, N.J., 8 p.m. tomorrow, free, 609-265-2733.

Jill Scott: North Philly's siren of soul has done very well for herself since her days at Black Lily. She's commanding the big stage in Atlantic City and will undoubtedly cover her many classics, along with cuts from her latest set, "The Real Thing: Words and Sounds, Vol. 3." Borgata, One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, N.J., 8 p.m. Sunday, $66, $96, 1-609-317-1000, www.theborgata.com.

ALTERNATIVE

Sex Dwarf: New-wave dance party hosted by WXPN's Robert Drake and Marilyn Thomas turns 5. The Dumpsta Players help celebrate. Fluid, 613 S. 4th St., 9 tonight, free before 10, $5 after, 215-629-3686, http://djrobertdrake. com/SexDwarf.html

Stephen Bluhm: He could be Philly's answer to Stephin Merritt, with the ABBA influences turned up to 11, plus a touch of Jonathan Richman. Opening: the punk cabaret of Kiss Kiss Kill and the Elizbethan pop of Oubliette. Dahlak, 4708 Baltimore Ave., 9:30 tonight, free, 215-726-6464, www.dahlakrestaurant.com.

Earlimart: L.A. duo of Aaron Espinoza and Ariana Murray offers up a second set of lush, dreamy indie-pop on "Hymn and Her," their latest on their own label, Majordomo. Also: Sunshine Recorder, the latest project for Bottom of the Hudson's Christopher Coello; and the debut of JJL, the new thing from J. Laughlin of Like a Fox and Lenola. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 10 tonight, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Sorted: Britpop party celebrates the music of Jesus and Mary Chain in its first hour. Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., 10 tonight, $5, www.myspace.com/sortedparty.

Hot Cha Cha: All-girl punk band from Cleveland earns points for cheeky song titles like "It's Hard to Be A White Boy in 1992." We could definitely use an update for 2008. With Attitude Problem, White Noise Supremacists, Crazy Dreams Band, Cutter and Dog on the Loose. Danger Danger Gallery, 5013 Baltimore Ave., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $5, all ages, www.myspace.com/dangerdangergallery.

Extra Golden: Kenyan benga music meets American rock on one of the most eclectic bills of the summer, with Afro-Cuban influenced jazz band Sonic Liberation Front and Afro-pop/indie/funk/everything band Public Record. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 10 p.m. tomorrow, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

"Trainspotting": World Cafe Live is now showing free midnight movies. Here's Ewan McGregor's breakthough performance as Renton, along with his band of Merry Junkies and an excellent Britpop soundtrack (plus Iggy Pop). World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., midnight tomorrow, free, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

The Wet Spots: Vancouver musical sex-comedy duo inspired by Monty Python and Tenacious D opens for Philly burlesque troupe Peek A Boo Revue. Silk City, 5th and Spring Garden streets, 9 p.m. Sunday, 215-592-8838, www.myspace.com/phillysilkcity.

Diplo: Philly's star DJ, producer and record label head opens his doors for a party with UK dubstep producer Skream and Nick the V & Stumble. Mad Decent Mausoleum, 12th and Spring Garden streets, 11 p.m. Sunday, $10, 267-765-5210, www.r5productions.com.

"Iggy and the Stooges: Escaped Maniacs" DVD Screening: Spectacular performance filmed at the 2005 Lokerse Festival. Peanut butter and broken glass optional. Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St., 10 p.m. Monday, free, 215-238-5888, www.thekhyber.com.

Monday Night Club: Drag queen/waitress Needles Jones hosts weekly soiree. This one features the gospel-punk of the Baptist Preachers. The Balcony, 10th and Arch streets, 10 p.m. Monday, free, 215-922-LIVE, www.thetroc.com.

Hillgrass Bluebilly: Hoedown features one-man band Bob Log III, who wears a full-body jumpsuit and a bubble-mask motorcycle helmet wired with a telephone microphone, which allows him to devote his hands and feet to guitars and drums. With the self-proclaimed "Dirty Old One Man Band," Scott H. Biram, and raw blues outfit Left Lane Cruiser. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8 p.m Wednesday, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Neil Hamburger: Andy Kaufmann-esque persona tagged as "the world's 'worst' stand-up comedian" returns with the nu-metal jokeyness of Daiquiri and local comedy troupe Secret Pants. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8 p.m. Thursday, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Hot Butter: Every Thursday is a different movie-themed dance party. This week, '70s-roller-skating-era porn epic "Boogie Nights." Sal's on 12th, 12th and Walnut streets, 9 p.m. Thursday, free, 215-731-9930, www.myspace. com/suburbanspartacus

JAZZ

Charlie Hunter Trio: Eight-string guitarist begins a three-week residency at World Cafe Live, bringing his latest rock-edged trio featuring keyboardist Erik Deutsch and drummer Tony Mason. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 9 p.m. tomorrow, $18, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Yohimbe Brothers: Ex-Living Colour guitarist Vernon Reid teamed with DJ Logic to form this funk-rock fusion outfit, its sound encompassing everything from rap to metal to jazz to Latin music. North Star Bar, 2639 Poplar St., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $12, 215-787-0488, www.northstarbar.com.

New Wolverine Jazz Orchestra: Tri-State Jazz Society, dedicated to presenting traditional and Dixieland jazz, has found an outpost for early American music in far-off Sydney, Australia, importing this seven-piece orchestra for their final summer concert. DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington Del., 2 p.m. Sunday, $20, 856-234-5147, www.tristatejazz.org.

Kenny Garrett: While his last CD, "Beyond the Wall," documented influences garnered from a trip to China, Detroit-born saxophonist Garrett sticks to more familiar territory on his upcoming "Sketches of MD," a funky set related to Miles Davis. Wiggins Waterfront Park, foot of Mickle Boulevard, Camden. 8 p.m. Tuesday, free, 856-216-2170, www.ccparks.com.