Andy Grammer
5:30 p.m. • Varsity Theater • all ages • sold out
Known best for his infectiously uplifting 2010 smash single "Keep Your Head Up," Grammer returned last year with "Magazines or Novels," the follow-up to his eponymous debut. The likable L.A. native combines an array of popular influences, from John Mayer and Jason Mraz's pleasant guitar sounds to Coldplay and the Fray's sophisticated piano soundscapes. Joining Grammar on the Good Guys & a Girl tour are Alex & Sierra, a young couple who won the third season of "The X Factor" with their romantic and accessible pop music. Paradise Fears, an alt-rock act from South Dakota, opens. Alex Nelson
The Preatures
8 p.m. • Triple Rock • 18-plus • $12-$15
Initially a Rolling Stones cover band, these Australian rockers came into a style of their own when they augmented retro grooves with a brisk, soulful rock sound. In fact, their fun 2013 single "Is This How You Feel?" was nominated for handful of songwriting awards and named a Best New Track by Pitchfork. There's plenty to admire about the quintet, but lead singer Isabella Manfredi's vocal prowess, combined with Spoon drummer Jim Eno's fantastic production on last year's debut album "Blue Planet Eyes," really steals the show. Garage-punk band the Bots and garage-pop act Bloods Band open. A.N.
Stevie Wonder
8 p.m. • Target Center • $39.50-$149.50
