Looking for something to do this week, but don't have the cash to do anything major? If you're in California, there are some good free shows coming your way. Or, if you're in Cleveland with a little extra scratch on your hands, you can't go wrong with The Black Keys, pictured above.
First, the freebies. Norwegian electrosex rock outfit 120 Days is teaming up with automaker Scion for a couple Cali concerts this week that will cost you nothing – if you can get on the list, that is. The first is Tuesday in San Francisco at 330 Ritch, and the second is on Wednesday in Los Angeles at the Viper Room. These shows are invite-only affairs for the 21-and-over crowd, so click the links above and add your name and email address to get one. We recommend getting there early, since space is limited and entry's not guaranteed. That's a lot of variables, but that's what you get for free.
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If you've got cash or credit on hand despite the current economic downturn, a better bet might be checking out The Black Keys'
secret show in Cleveland – one of the recession's hardest hit cities– on Wednesday May 7. This time around, the corporate team-up is withMySpace, which is putting on the show as part of the Secret Shows series that has in the past featured other stellar bands like Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks, The Gossip and the incredible No Age.
The sonics kick off at the Beachland Tavern, but you better getinvolved early, as the place only fits about 170 people. Seeing thatThe Black Keys (along with No Age) have released one of the best albumsof the year, expect it to be packed to the rafters.
Photo: Nonesuch Records
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