BRIGHT CHANNEL
This Denver indie-rock trio recorded its last album with famed Chicago engineer Steve Albini, but this time around opted to self-produce. Hear the new disc, “Self Propelled,” at the CD-release party with Moccasin (formerly Nightingale) and Monofog. Tonight at the Hi-Dive, 7 S. Broadway. 9 p.m. $8.
GREAT AMERICAN TAXI
Americana, folk rock and country cross paths with four-part harmonies in this Boulder County group, featuring members of Leftover Salmon and Single Malt Band. Tonight at the Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St. 9 p.m. $10.
AUDIO DREAM SISTER
If you miss the snarl of ’70s hard rock, look to this Denver power trio, which slathers its guitars with wah-wah pedals and dirty fuzz. They’ll release their new CD, “II,” with Black Lamb, Under the Drone and Grease Machine. Tonight at the Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St. 9 p.m. $7.
WILLIE HOUSTON
The 78-year-old Colorado blues legend returns to lay down his Delta-influenced songs with The Blues Prowlers on Tuesday at the Skylark Lounge, 140 S. Broadway, 9 p.m. $5.
Reach John Wenzel at 303-820-1642 or jwenzel@denverpost.com.
