While it is unfortunate these have been lighter than I’d like, this week there’s a new reason: the rodeo. I feel no need to duplicate the already large amount of press coverage that event receives. Nevertheless, if you want the low-down on the rodeo, there’s the link.

Tuesday 03-02

Dropkick Murphys, Warehouse Live, 813 St. Emanuel, 7:30pm, $30. Boston-based Irish-infused punk rock band, dropping into Houston as part of a pre-St. Patrick’s Day tour. 10-W09-1

Wednesday 03-03

Blaggards at Brian O’Neill’s, 5555 Morningside Dr., no cover, 9:30pm. Local Irish-infused rock jamming out a familiar venue. 10-W09-2

Friday 03-05

Matt the Electrician, Anderson Fair Retail Restaurant, 2007 Grant, 8pm. Acoustic folk pop musician from Austin. 10-W09-3

Saturday 03-06

Spain Colored Orange at Continental Club, 3700 Main, doors 9pm. The Sour Notes and Chase Hamblin open. 10-W09-4