A night with Americana vet Cass McCombs at the Bluebird , then a road trip to Aspen's Belly Up for The Nude Party. Two shows — one sparse one electric. Also, good fits and a run-in with law enforcement.

I'm Just the Opener (That's All I'll Ever Be)

School Nights Only has three rules: (1) See a new band every month, (2) it has to be on a school night, and (3) tickets must be $33 or less.This podcast is about live music, up-and-coming artists, the trap of nostalgia, and the struggle of waking up for work after a Wednesday night at the Casual Lounge.