AP 9.11.13
Cleveland trio Blaka Watra is ready for some good luck. After a year in which two members had serious health issues and one lost her fiance, they're forging ahead with the long-planned release of their album, Church of Insomnia, at the Grog Shop this week. It showcases how the band has developed a distinctive sound that blends a shoegazer-meets-sluge base with a pop sensibility. Fri 9/13.* The Spyder Stompers help celebrate Barking Spider's 27th anniversary. Sun 9/15.
* The Rolling Stones are the honorees of the Rock Hall's 2013 American Music Masters series. Mon 10/21-Sat 10/26.
* The Magpies formed in Kent 40 years ago this month. They're celebrating at the Kent Stage.Sun 9/15.
* Rising Russian star Lera Auerbach kicks off CIM's 2013-2014 Composer/Virtuoso series. Tue 9/17.
* Punks reconnect at Now That's Class's West Side Punks Connect. All punks welcome! Sat 9/14.
* Free champagne and cake at Touch Supper Club anniversary! Yeah, their ubiquitous food truck'll be there. Sat 9/14.