Where the music can be found this week

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

Disco Biscuits: Jam-band faves bring it home for two shows. Expect some fresh hip-hop influences to pop up, especially in the new material they've been recording at the DJ Jazzy Jeff Studios (now being run by the Biscuits!) with producers Don Cheegro & Dirty Harry. Electric Factory, 7th and Willow streets, 8:30 tonight and tomorrow, $32.50, 216-336-2000, www.livenation.com.

Blood Feathers: Little Rock to Philly transplant Ben Dickey and music mate Drew Mills serve up quirky, rustic, Delta-on-the-Delaware sounds to tease and tantalize. Show-mate Birdie Busch is worth two in your hands. North Star, 27th and Poplar streets, 9 tonight, $8, 215-787-0488, www.northstarbar.com.

Eric Bazilian & the Band Dujour: The Hooter shares his flavas of the day. Philly/Nashville/Philly country traveler Craig Bickhardt opens with his fine, handcrafted brews. Puck, One Printer's Alley, Doylestown, 8:30 tonight, $17, 215-348-9000, www.pucklive.com.

Alexi Murdoch: Sensitive, brooding soul has an especially good following in these parts. Dawn Landes opens. TLA, 334 South St., 9 tonight, $22, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

The Anvil Experience: Canadian heavy metal band from the '80s is documented on screen in a new Spinal Tap-ish (but real life) tragi-comedy, "Anvil: The Story of Anvil," recently awarded an "A" rating by Entertainment Weekly. After the film premiere, the band entertains your questions and performs live. Trocadero, 10th and Arch streets, 8 tonight (seated show), $14, all ages, 215-922-LIVE, www.thetroc.com. (The movie lands at a Ritz theater next Friday.)

Buskin & Batteau: These contemporaries of Jackson Browne and James Taylor have an equally warm, melodic style - and also a sense of humor! While never scoring big commercially, they have succeeded (shhh) as creators of commercial jingles. Ask nice, and maybe B&B will sing some. Shannon Lambert-Ryan and Runa open. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 7:30 tonight, $20, 215-928-0978, www.tinangel.com.

Trout Fishing in America: Fun for the whole family, these guys are playing outside at the Free Library Festival. And yes, they've written a storybook (with a CD stashed in the back), "My Name is Chicken Joe," to keep it kosher. Central Branch Library, 19th and the Parkway, 4:30 p.m. tomorrow, free, www.freelibrary.org.

Keola Beamer: Master of the Hawaiian slack key guitar performs with his hula-dancing wife, Moana. Plus, fellow islander Raiatea Helm sings in the traditional, high-voiced leo ki'eki'e style. Calvary Church, 48th Street and Baltimore Avenue, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $5-$20, 800-838-3006, www.calvary-center.org.

The Flatlanders: Texas supergroup of Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock are masters of thematic, tonal and stylistic balance. Jenny Scheinmann opens. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, $35-$45, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Acid Mother Temples: Japan's most prolific contributors to freak-out psychedelic rock have designs to blow your mind. Sonic Suicide Squad shares the mission possible. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 p.m. tomorrow, $12, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Grey Eye Glances: Let's set the record (or CD) straight. While Jill Sobule's getting the buzz for fan-financing her new album, this haunting, folk-rocking Philadelphia institution invented that business ploy six years ago! Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 7 & 9:30 p.m. tomorrow, $20, 215-928-0978, www.tinangel.com.

Willy Porter: This talent's been opening lots for others but deserves a headlining gig like this. Milkboy Coffee, 2 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore, 7 p.m. tomorrow, $24, 610-645-5289, www.milkboycoffee.com.

Toby Lightman: South Jersey's soul-tinged singer/songwriter keeps popping up in unusual places - lately scoring a cosmetics company's campaign. Shane Hines opens. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 8 p.m. Sunday, $15. 215-928-0978, www.tinangel.com.

Infamous Stringdusters: Twangy, tangy bluegrassers got no dust on their tails. Eileen Jewell shares the stage with her rustic takes on rock, blues and R&B. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 p.m. Sunday, $19-$24, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Richard Lloyd & the Sufi Monkey Trio: One of the most riveting rock guitarists from the New York scene, Lloyd's working anew with his former Television drummer Billy Fica and bassist Keith Harshtel. You better believe Philly bands Beretta '76 and the Donuts are thrilled to be sharing this bill. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 p.m. Monday, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Of Montreal: Daring-do indie popsters from the hotbed of Athens, Ga. (no Canadians!) keep shape shifting with exploits at turns lo-fi and grand, world-influenced and tech-tronic, dark and lightly comical. Trocadero, 10th and Arch streets, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, $20/$22, 215-922-LIVE, www.thetroc.com.

Ace Enders: A shy, guitar-strumming charmer (you know the type), Enders and A Million Different People perform at the South Jersey-ite's record release party. Also on the bill - I Can Make a Mess Like Nobody's Business, This Providence and the Gay Blades. Trocadero, 10th and Arch streets, 7 p.m. Thursday, $13, 215-922-LIVE, www.thetroc.com.

Slaid Cleaves: This folk-pop star will celebrate the debut (out just a couple days prior) of his new set, tellingly titled "Everything You Love Will Be Taken Away." Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 8:30 p.m. Thursday, $16, 215-928-0978, www.tinangel.com.

Smokey Robinson: Easily one of the most prolific R&B singers of all time, "The King of Motown" will bring his legendary live show to the Jersey shore for what will undoubtedly be two nights of incredible music. Trump Taj Mahal, Boardwalk at Virginia Avenue, Atlantic City, 9 tonight and tomorrow, $20-$60, 609-449-1000, www.trumptaj.com.

Sam Doom: Lancaster native and frontman for the collective 46 Acorns will be joined by DJ Guun and Muse:Ack for a special "farewell" show. Also performing: Inscrypshun, WeatherPROOF, Analytical and Phynite. Pub Webb, 1527 Cecil B. Moore, 9 tonight, $5, 267-687-8256, www.pubwebb.com.

Dutty Chutney: DJs Mandip, M-Ski and Aseem will be joined by special guest Kenny Meez for this reggae-bhangra sound clash. The Jamaica-meets-India themed party includes free beef patties and somosas. Fluid Night Club, 613 S. 4th St., 10 tonight, $5 (free before 11 p.m.), 215-629-3686, www.fluidnightclub.com.

Hustle Up! DJs Emynd and Bo Bliz are at it again, this time taking over The Urban for a night of hip-hop, soul, disco and funk. The Urban, 1850 N. 5th St., 10 tonight, $5, 215-236-2626.

Raiders of the Lost Art: Graffiti, an often-overlooked element of hip-hop gets a chance to shine as writers Ant Five, Midas, Kasso, Repoz and others are be joined by MCs Chief Kamachi, Karniege, Slim DSM and the Super Chron Flight Bros. for a live performance/art show. Hosted by Akil Nuru. Alexander's Loft, 2080 Castor Ave., 9 p.m. tomorrow, $10, 610-850-5524, www.alexandersphilly.info.

Zion Train: Weekly open mike will feature local rhymer Verso, along with the usual spoken word, hip-hop and soul artists. Pearl of Africa, 624 South St., 9 p.m. tomorrow, donations accepted, 215-413-8995.

Electric Soul: DJ Argo joins the Illvibe Collective DJs' Lil' Dave, Skipmode and Static for another edition of this monthly funk and soul party, one of the best in the city. Silk City, 435 Spring Garden St., 10 p.m. Sunday, $5 (free before 11 p.m.), 215-592-8838, www.silkcityphilly.com.

Asher Roth: Rhymer hailed as "the next big thing" by various media outlets, including XXL, puts on a free, first-come, first-served show to celebrate the release of his debut album, "Asleep in the Bread Aisle." The Note, 142 E. Market St., West Chester, 4:20 p.m. Monday, free, 484-947-5713, www.thenotewc.com.

Dotmatic: Philadelphia DJ/producer has dual release party for his digital offering "The City," and his limited-edition 7-inch, "The City Suite." Time, 1315 Sansom St., 10 p.m. Thursday, $5, 21-plus, 215-985-4800, www.timerestaurant.net.

Brown Recluse Sings: Beloved Philly indie pop band plays with Strand of Oaks and Literature. Green Line Cafe, 4426 Locust St., 7 tonight, $5, all ages, 215-222-0799, www.shermanarts.org.

Ape School: Michael Johnson of the Lilys and Holopaw celebrates upcoming record release on Ninja Tune's Counter Records with Buffalo Stance and the Armchairs. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Avenue, 9 tonight, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

4AD Records Listening Party: Philebrity hosts a listening party for two new records worth hearing - Camera Obscura's "My Maudlin Career" and St. Vincent's "Actor." And since it's Record Store Day, you can march right down to AKA and pick them up. National Mechanics, 22 S. 3rd St., 4 p.m. tomorrow, free, 215-701-4883, www.nationalmechanics.com.

The Bullys: New York City punk band formed in 1997 and earned fans in Deborah Harry and Marky Ramone. They took a break after Johnny "Heff" Heffernan, a fireman, died in 9/11. Now regrouped, they make a rare non-NYC appearance with Loafass, the Percocettes and the Blessed Muthas. Connie's Ric Rac, 1132 S. 9th St., 9 p.m. tomorrow, $10, all ages, 215 279 7587, www.conniesricrac.com.

Revival Burlesque: In "All Good Creatures Go to Burlesque," the ladies take on the animal kingdom, complete with furry costumes. Walking Fish Theatre, 2509 Frankford Ave., 10:30 p.m. tomorrow and 8 p.m. Sunday, $15, 215-427-WALK, www.walkingfishtheatre.com.

The Bronx: Catchy, punky metal band earns comparisons to Rocket From the Crypt. Aneurysm Rats (members of Paint it Black and None More Black), Dirty Tactics and Sinatrah. First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chesnut St., 8 p.m. Tuesday, $12, all ages, www.r5productions.com.

Jeff Hanson: Kill Rock Stars singer/songwriter is like a twangier Elliott Smith. With Your Best Friend. Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St., 8 p.m. Tuesday, $8, 215-238-5888, www.thekhyber.com.

Headlights: Excellent co-ed indie pop band really does no wrong. With Love Language and Robes. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St., 8 p.m. Wednesday, $12, 215-291-4919, www.kungfunecktie.com.

Spectrum: Sonic Boom, of highly influential Spacemen 3, makes a rare appearance, playing full versions of his old band's songs. With Tickley Feather and Bardo Pond side project Curanderos. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Frankford Ave., 8 p.m. Thursday, $10, 215-291-4919, www.kungfunecktie.com.

Enon: Brooklyn-Philadelphia band features former members of Blonde Redhead and Brainiac. With Pink Skull. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 p.m. Thursday, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Ab Baars Trio & Ken Vandermark: Meeting of Dutch tenor saxophonist Baars, a member of the merry prankster big band ICP Orchestra, and his prolific Chicago counterpart, Vandermark. Philadelphia Art Alliance, 251 S. 18th St., 8 tonight, $12, www.arsnovaworkshop.com.

Soundfield: Bass clarinetist/composer Gene Coleman's internationally minded series brings Taiwanese ensemble Chai Found Music Workshop to share the stage with his own Ensemble Noamnesia. Chai bridges traditional Chinese music and contemporary experimental composition, which aligns well with Coleman's own musical adventurousness. Temple Gallery, 259 N. 3rd St., 8 tonight, $10, www.soundfield.org.

Velez/Cotler/Field: Unique teaming of new music percussionist Glen Velez, Southern Indian-inspired vocalist Lori Cotler and avant-jazz saxophonist Ken Field of Birdsongs of the Mesozoic and neo-New Orleans band Revolutionary Snake Ensemble. PSALM Salon, 5841 Overbrook Ave., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $15, 215-477-7578, www.psalmsalon.org.

Jazz Vespers: While the performance – by saxophonist Tony Williams, pianist Don Wilson, bassist Mike Boone and drummer Craig McIver – is free, the collection plate will be passed for drummer Charlie Rice, 88, ensnared last summer in a New Jersey grand jury investigation into gas theft. Rice will maintain his innocence when his trial begins in June. St. John Baptist Church, 30th and Mitchell streets, Camden, 5-6 p.m. Sunday, free, 609-963-0962, www.jazzbridge.org.

Sci-Fi Philly: Weekly West Philly avant-jazz showcase hosts PapLevrine Trio, with bassist Alexi Papadopoulos, saxophonist Elliott Levin and drummer Gregg Mervine; Boston-based brass quartet Hooper Piccalero and Donna 10, the trio of saxophonist Jack Wright, bassist Jon Barrios and drummer Mike Szekely. Gojjo, 4540 Baltimore Ave., 8 p.m. Sunday, $5, www.scifiphilly.com.

Chris Potter's Underground: Unusual for a band of this magnitude to appear on a weeknight, but saxist Potter's electric quartet is probably the best working group in jazz these days. So having to get up for work the next day is no excuse for missing 'em. Chris' Jazz Café, 1421 Sansom St., 8 & 10 p.m. Thursday, $25, 215-568-3131, www.chrisjazzcafe.com.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Veteran conductor Kurt Masur visits the podium with his interpretations of Brahms' Second Symphony and Strauss' depiction of the 14th-century cutup, "Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks." In between, violinist Sergey Khachatryan makes his local debut with his solo role in Shostakovich's First Violin Concerto. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets, 8 tonight and tomorrow, $39-$125, 215-893-1999, www.philorch.org.

American Composers Orchestra: Here's a chance to hear five new works, led by Robert Beaser. The pieces are Andrew McPherson's "First Light," James Ogburn's "Proximate Spaces," Sarn Friar's "Out Of Line," Federico Garcia's "Consequence" and Christian Kriegeskotte's "Haunting the Cepheus Flare." Ibrahim Theater, International House, 3701 Chestnut St., 7:30 tonight including commentary from the composers, $22, 215-898-3900, www.pennpresents.org.

Choral Society of Montgomery County: Louis Scaglione leads the chorus and the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra in a program of three magnificent works. The bill includes Stravinsky's Symphony of Psalms, Leonard Bernstein's "Chichester Psalms" and Poulenc's Gloria. Science Center, Montgomery County Community College, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $15, 215-641-6518, www.mc3.edu.

Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia: Busy violinist/conductor Scott Yoo takes over both roles in this guest appearance. He'll solo and lead the first two works: Handel's Concerto Grosso, Op. 6/11 and Bach's majestic Violin Concerto No. 1. After intermission, it's baton only for the soulful Bloch Concerto Grosso No. 1 and Telemann's Baroque gem, "Don Quichotte." Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center, 2:30 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Monday, $24-$81, 215-893-1999, www.chamberorchestra.org.

Peter Nero and the Philly Pops: Nero has a great debut guest this time out, the marvelous jazz vocalist Diane Schuur. Titled "88 Keys, a Big Band and a Voice," this program will surely live up to its billing. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, 3 p.m. Sunday and April 25-26; 8 p.m. Wednesday and April 25, $27-$104, 215-893-1999, www.phillypops.org.

Rinat Shaham: Favorite mezzo-soprano, who has scored in roles with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, returns to Curtis Institute, her alma mater, for a recital of songs by Brahms, Falla, Poulenc, Ravel, Rorem and Schumann. Mikael Eliasen, artistic director of Curtis Opera Theatre, is her piano accompanist. Field Concert Hall at Curtis Institute, 1726 Locust St., 3 p.m. Sunday, $28, 215-893-7902, www.curtis.edu.

Philadelphia Trio: Long-running eminent trio wraps its season with Beethoven's Op. 11 trio and the Trio No. 1 by Joaquin Turina. French hornist John David Smith guests for the flowing Trio for piano, violin and horn, Op. 40, by Brahms. Main Line Unitarian Church, 816 Valley Forge Road, Devon, 3 p.m. Sunday, $11-$15, 610-664-0346.

Society of Ancient Instruments: 80th annual festival wraps with recorder soloist Rainer Beckmann and soprano Heather Gardner joining the ancient viols in music from 1700s by Telemann, Scarlatti and several other composers. First Reformed Church, Fourth and Race streets, 3 p.m. Sunday, $15, 610-935-4579, www.baroque-asai.org.

Center City Opera Theater: Tchaikovsky's gorgeous, haunting tragedy, "Eugene Onegin," is given a fully staged performance with piano accompaniment. Company founder Andrew Kurtz conducts. Ethical Society of Philadelphia, 1906 S. Rittenhouse Square, 3 p.m. Sunday, $30, 800-595-4TIX, www.operatheater.org.

Haverford-Bryn Mawr Chorale: Mendelssohn's stirring "Elijah" is on the bill for this joint chorus, led by Thomas Lloyd. Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium of Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, 3 p.m. Sunday, free, 610-896-1011, www.haverford.edu/music.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Rossen Milanov conducts the fourth Access concert, with Steven Kreinberg hosting and illuminating the witty fairy tale of Strauss' symphonic showpiece, "Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks." Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, $10-$39, 215-893-1999, www.philorch.org.

Philadelphia Orchestra: French conductor Stephane Deneve makes a repeat visit, leading a work he premiered in 2005 by Guillaume Connesson, "Une Lueur dans l'age sombre" ("A Glimmer in the Age of Darkness"). The program concludes with Mendelssohn's Fifth Symphony, the "Reformation," and features the brilliant pianist Jonathan Biss as soloist in the Beethoven Third Piano Concerto. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, 8 p.m. Thursday and April 25; 2 p.m. April 24, $39-$125, 215-893-1999, www.philorch.org.