Livewire: 10 concerts happening in metro Detroit this week

Friday, 4/8 - Midwich Night @ Marble Bar - What’s a Midwich, you might ask, and why does it need its own night? Detroit’s most exciting new record label, Midwich, was started last year by the Lake of Dracula/Couch guy Jim Magas in order to release cutting-edge electronic music by Midwestern artists. They’ve already released records by Viands, Moonpool, and Dead Band and will soon put out records by Hide and Alex Barnett. The cover art alone to these releases is worth celebrating, but show up to get your ear holes blasted into the nether zones by Hide, Alex Barnett, Viki, and Mr. Magas himself. Doors at 9 p.m.; 1501 Holden St., Detroit; no listed phone or website; $10.

Friday, 4/8 - Satisfaction @ The Magic Bag - You absolutely can get some satisfaction at Satisfaction, the International Rolling Stones Tribute. If you can’t afford to see the actual Rolling Stones, or just want to see and hear the same songs again, why not settle for a critically acclaimed tribute band? Starting their show in 2005, the tribute, which even includes Mick Jagger and Keith Richards look-alikes, has performed Stones classics in venues throughout the country. “You Can’t Always Get What You Want,” but Satisfaction is almost as close to a legit Rolling Stones concert as you can get. Doors at 8 p.m.; 22920 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-544-3030; rollingstoneshow.com; Tickets are $18.

Friday, 4/8 - St. Germain @ Saint Andrew’s Hall - The vanguard electronic musician’s Detroit show is one not to be missed, especially as he is touring behind his self-titled album on Nonesuch (released late last year), which was this envelope-pushing French dude’s first new full-length in 15 years. Few have infused house music with elements from blues, jazz (and now “world music”) with such generosity and subtlety. Grooves will start out mellow but reach an enervating pitch as time goes on. Note: The show was originally scheduled for the Fillmore Detroit and was moved to Saint Andrew’s. Doors at 8 p.m.; 431 E. Congress St., Detroit; 313-961-8961; saintandrewsdetroit.com; $43.

Friday, 4/8 - The Civilians @ The Loving Touch - After plenty of band name and lineup changes, the Civilians end their 2005 hiatus and reunite for this one big hurrah at the Loving Touch. They’ll perform their greatest hits from their six-album discography in celebration of a digital release. Often compared to the Jam and even the Beatles, the Detroit-based rock band crafted upbeat pop-rock music with a hint of Motown flair. Tracing its origins back to Central Michigan University, the Civilians’ current lineup includes Jim Hebler, David Galens, and Sidi Henderson, who will be taking the stage with their good friends and “war-mates” American Mars and the Burros. Some proceeds from the show will go to the Children of Flint Education Relief Fund. Doors open at 8 p.m.; 22634 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-820-5596; civilians.com; Tickets are $7.

Friday, 4/8 - Wimps @ UFO Factory - It’d be a bit of a stretch to call the Wimps a supergroup, but the members of this beguiling Seattle band have been around, doing time in some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest post-punk acts in the last decade. Rachel Ratner was in the Butts, Matt Nyce played in Meth Teeth, and Dave Ramm was a member of the Intelligence. The Wimps are stripped-down, fun, loud, and they sing serious songs about things you can relate to — such as old guys in “Old Guy,” suitcases in “Suitcase,” and couches in their hit video for the song “Couches.” Show up early to this one, buy some merch, and have a great time, OK! Doors at 9 p.m.; 2110 Trumbull St., Detroit; ufofactory.com; $7.

Saturday, 4/9 - Stanley Clarke, Hiroshima @ Music Hall - Get your jazz on with the Stanley Clarke Band and Hiroshima at Music Hall. Combining jazz with extensive acoustic and electric bass playing for over 40 years, Clarke has earned the title of bass virtuoso. The winner of four Grammys, Clarke has been called a “living legend” due to his contributions as a recording artist, performer, composer, conductor, arranger, and producer. His last CD, The Stanley Clarke Band: UP, was released in 2014, and earned a Grammy nomination. Entirely self-produced, UP is an “energetic, fun, rhythmic and upbeat album” that equally showcases Clarke’s talents with both electric and acoustic bass. Doors at 8 p.m.; 350 Madison St., Detroit; 313-887-8500; stanleyclarke.com; Tickets start at $50.

Saturday, 4/9 - Kneedelus @ Cliff Bell’s - For any reader who’s a fan of collaborations, Saturday at Cliff Bell’s will be truly special and a lot of fun. Funk-jazz outlet Kneebody and electronic musician Daedelus are teaming up for a unique performance and collaboration. The two have joined in the past, but decided to take it a step further and record together. They produced a nine-song set of original music that borders on classic instrumental with added flavors of jazz, rock, and electronic music. The collaboration might sound unusual at first, but their music is true ear candy. Doors at 9:30 p.m.; 2030 Park Ave., Detroit; Tickets $15.

Saturday, 4/9 - Mary Wilson with the DSO @ Max M. Fisher Music Center - Mary Wilson of the Supremes will do an entire evening of material from her long and illustrious career. “Baby Love,” “Love Child,” “Stop! In the Name of Love,” and so many more with the same orchestra that backed her on those Motown hits from the 1960s. This evening will be regal, lush, and fun for the whole family. Dress to the nines and bring your family to celebrate this wonderful music. Note: There will be two other performances, at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, April 8 and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 10. Starts at 8 p.m.; 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit; dso.org; Tickets $19-105.

Saturday, 4/9 - Jerzy @ V Nightclub - There is no better place to see up-and-comers in electronic music than at V Nightclub in Detroit. Some of the best DJs in the world have played here before they were headlining major music festivals. DJ Jerzy will be bringing his own style of the ever-evolving electronic dance music landscape. Be sure to listen for Queen Adele — Jerzy remixed the comeback song “Hello,” and it will without a doubt have you moving your feet. Doors at 10 p.m.; 1777 Third Ave., Detroit; Tickets $20.

Sunday, 4/10 - Your Friend @ Majestic Cafe - Singer-songwriter Taryn Miller, better known by her stage moniker Your Friend, is busy touring after the release of her successful debut Gumption. Hailing from Lawrence, Kansas, Miller has a haunting, ethereal voice that pushes her folk-alternative songs to great depths. Her lyrics are very much in the folk wheelhouse, but her voice croons over the music and gives off a very ambient sound. She will be joined by openers Porches from New York, as well as multi-instrumentalist Alex G. from Philadelphia, who received critical acclaim from many music blogs after the release of his debut album in October. Doors at 7 p.m.; 4140 Woodward Ave., Detroit; Tickets $12.