Here's the lineup on Philly stages tonight and in the coming week

Live music and more, tonight through Thursday, compiled by Shaun Brady, Tom Di Nardo, James Johnson, Sara Sherr and Jonathan Takiff.

Delta Spirit: The tunes are jaunty, the lyrics ominously real in tunes like "911," "Salt in the Wound" and "Devil Knows Your Dead" playing out on their instructive new set, "History from Below." San Diego-based but spiritual kin (and sometime road mates) of Philly's Dr. Dog, you'll get caught up in their swirl of pub rock, bluesy Americana and folk, and big picture visions about this unpromising land. Ezra Furman and the Harpoons, plus the Romany Rye open. First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St., 8 tonight, $14-$15, 215-821-7575, www.r5productions.com. (Delta Spirit also can be heard performing live along with the following duo, noon today on WXPN, 88.5 FM.)

She and Him: Those movie star/celeb musician collaborations can be dicey. But the second volume from She and Him, combining the singing/songwriting talents of our favorite on-screen flirt Zooey Deschanel and the inestimable M(att) Ward in dreamy, romantic, well-harmonized alt-pop settings suggests both are taking this thing seriously. And in person, they're surely oozing with charisma. Jolie Holland supports. River Stage, Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street, 8 tonight, $26/29, four pack $78 ($19.50 each), 215-336-2000, ticketmaster.com.

Faith No More: Resounding rockers are back in traction after a 12-year hiatus. Feeling the faith again? Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd Street and Parkside Avenue, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, $25, 35, $49.50, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Beats Walkin': Jump and jive with these frisky, Philly-based practioneers of the hillbilly jazz hybrid known as Texas swing. Lindsay Gilmour sings first. Bryn Mawr Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, 7 p.m. tomorrow, $10 donation (ages 16 and under free), 610-864-4303, brynmawrtwilightconcerts.com.

Travis Caudle: Get to know this singer/songwriter export from Perth, Australia. Upstairs at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St, 7 p.m. tomorrow, free, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Caravan Palace: Popular Paris six-piece (guitar, violin, clarinets, double bass, trombone, synth beats, plus vocals) fuses Django Reinhardt-style gypsy jazz with elements of house, dub and hip-hop. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 8 p.m. Wednesday, $19-$26, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

B.B. King: Blues legend now sits down on the job, but still sings and plays "Lucille" in commanding fashion. Warming things up: Lucas Nelson & the Promise of the Real. Keswick Theatre, Easton Road and Keswick Ave., Glenside, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, $75, 215-572-7650, keswicktheatre.com.

Prostate Palooza! Not a meeting of patients and urologists, but talents helping to raise money for prostate cancer research. NYC improv comedy troupe Veal hosts. Also on tap, soul funksters Black Landlord, the bluegrass-mowing Wissahickon Chicken Shack, the alt twang of the Great Unknown and dancepopsters Pros from Dover. Upstairs at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 p.m. Thursday, $22 (includes two Victory beers), 215-222-1400, worldcafelive.com.

Boz Scaggs: Fear not. You're "Not Alone." The "Harbor Lights" are glowing. And someone will surely answer your call to "Loan Me a Dime." The excellent young acoustic blues practitioner David Jacobs-Strain hits the stage first. Keswick Theatre, Easton Road and Keswick Ave., Glenside, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, $49.50-$59.50, 215-572-7650, keswicktheatre.com.

The Bounce: DJs Emynd and Bo Bliz are ringing in Independence Day weekend the same way they do every First Friday: with one of the best parties in the city. Great music, no cover until 10 p.m. and an open bar until 11 p.m. The Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., 9 tonight, $5 after 10 p.m., 21-plus 215-634-7400, thebrbry.blogspot.com.

Westbound: Eavesdrop Radio's DJ Lil' Dave brings a unique, soulful blend of Afrobeat, funk and house. Few local DJs compare when it comes to rocking a party, so come ready to dance. Elena's Soul Lounge, 4912 Baltimore Ave., 10 p.m. tomorrow, $5, 215-729-9575, www.elenassoul.com.

Dirty Money: Helmed by Bad Boy label head and multiplatinum recording Diddy, this group also features singers Dawn Richard and Philly's own Kalenna Harper. With their upcoming debut, "Last Train to Paris," pushed back to the fall, this will be a great chance to get your fix of the group's catchy hip-hop/pop/R&B offerings. House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $50-$158.80, 609-236-2583, www.hob.com.

BlastForMeTv.net Summer Concert Series: Showcase of indie hip-hop and R&B talent features local artists Zeek Butla, TySaan DeVoe, Rachel Raquel and Black Deniro. Also performing is Philly-based band LXG. Temptation's Gourmet Restaurant, 218 W. Chelten Ave., 8 p.m. Monday, $10, 215-859-7000.

Freedom Cry: New Jersey-based Christian hip-hop artist Concepts eschews the typical rap bravado for something decidedly more spiritually minded. Joining him will be Everyday Process, R-Swift, J.R., Melissa T., G-Notes and Joe Justiz. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 6 p.m. Tuesday, $17, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Superdope: DJ Phsh, Vanache and F.A.M.E. One offer up a great party experience that keeps this venue packed each week. Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St., 10 p.m. Tuesday, free, 21-plus, 215-840-3577, www.ravenlounge.com.

Ana Tijoux: French-born M.C. is on a national tour in support of her latest album, 1977. She'll be joined by Anonymous, Fathead All-Stars and Philly's own Steve-Onpoint. The Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St., 9 p.m. Thursday, $8, 21-plus, 215-238-5888, www.thekhyber.com.

Sex Dwarf: Inspired by the Soft Cell song, this is the '80s new wave dance party hosted by WXPN's Robert Drake and Marilyn Thomas. This month's theme is a beach party, as if you'd need an excuse to wear a bathing suit in this weather. Fluid, 613 S. 4th St., 9 tonight, free till 10, then $5, 215-629-3686, fluidnightclub.com.

Exotic Fever 10-Year Anniversary: Washington, D.C., label celebrates with Des Ark, Pygmy Lush, Liza Kate and tons more. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St., 5 p.m. tomorrow, $10, 215-291-4919, kungfunecktie.com.

Sgt Sass: Queer rap duo throws a party with Jean-Eric and Trashley. El Bar, Front and Master streets, 10 p.m. tomorrow, $2, 215-634-6430, www.myspace.com/the_el_bar.

England Belongs To Twee: Monthly party that celebrates twee indie-pop, brash oi anthems and everything in between. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St., 10 p.m. tomorrow, free, 215-291-4919, kungfunecktie.com.

Bob and Barbara's Backyard BBQ: Annual party is bittersweet, doubling as a going away party for DJ/bartender Kat Tinagaro. Bob and Barbara's Lounge, 1509 South St., 1-9 p.m. Sunday, free, 215-545-4511.

Tritone's 4th of July Bash: A mix of punk, garage, metal and blues with the Midnight Beat, the Knife Show, the Nosebleeds, the Spades, Slo & Shakey, Baptist Preachers and more. Tritone, 1508 South St., 2 p.m. Sunday, $5, 215–545–0475, www.tritonebar.com.

Making Time Welcome America 4th of July Freakout: The big attraction is the Sleigh Bells, the buzzed-about, high-energy Brooklyn duo signed to MIA's label N.E.E.T., who layer sweet vocals over guitars and electro workout beats turned up to 11. The real treat is Portland's Glass Candy, making a rare appearance here, mixing Italo disco with agitated post-punk beats and glammy performance art. Bamboo Bar, 927 N. Delaware Ave., 4 p.m. Sunday, $10-$12, 215-931-0101, www.igetrvng.musictoday.com/Igetrvng/calendar.aspx.

Metal Monday: New weekly gets started with Astral Throne, Haethen and others. M Room, 15 W. Girard Ave., 8 p.m. Monday, $5, 215-739-5577, www.themanhattanroom.com.

Goddamn Gallows: L.A. twanged-out, Americana punk-rock gutterbilly quartet (includes washboard and mandolin) heads this roots/rockabilly show with Sean K. Preston and the Silverhounds. Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St., 8 p.m. Tuesday, $10, 215-291-4919, kungfunecktie.com.

Unrest: Reunited '90s indie-pop band was way ahead of the curve. The D.C. trio, led by Teenbeat Records' Mark Robinson, was the first to bring back the Factory Records aesthetic to the grunge and sloppy lo-fi rock that dominated the early '90s. Their songs hold up better than many of their peers', and their song "Make Out Club" inspired one of the first dating/social networking sites. With the Ropers and Kevin Baker. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 p.m. Tuesday, $15, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Child Abuse: New York noise band, comprised of death-metal percussion, Casio abuse and vicious howling, invades Danger Danger Gallery with Liturgy, Heavy Medical and Drums Like Machine Guns. Danger Danger Gallery, 5013 Baltimore Ave., 8-11 p.m. Wednesday, $5-8, all ages, myspace.com/dangerdangergallery.

Larry McKenna/Tony Miceli Quartet: Two of Philly's finest, tenor legend McKenna and vibraphonist Miceli, team up to co-lead this ensemble. Chris' Jazz Café, 1421 Sansom St., 8 & 10 tonight, $15, 215-568-3131, www.chrisjazzcafe.com.

Webb Thomas Quartet: Local drummer/percussionist welcomes guitarist Curtis Weaver to his regular quartet. Chris' Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom St., 8 & 10 p.m. tomorrow, $20, 215-568-3131, chrisjazzcafe.com.

Afro-Cuban All-Stars: Juan de Marcos González is best known for assembling the members of the Buena Vista Social Club, some of whom return for his latest project. The All-Stars feature Cuban musicians from around the world performing classics as well as new material. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $40-$65, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Peter Nero and the Philly Pops: Nero's Pops and the Voices of the Pops celebrate America's birthday with a "POPS on Independence" show of American music - stirring patriotic anthems, rousing marches and the quintessentially American sounds of big band, Broadway, and film scores. Independence Hall lawn, 5th and Chestnut Streets, 8 tonight, free. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets. 215-683-2070, www.phillypops.org.

Metropolitan Opera: Tchaikovsky's moving "Eugene Onegin" received the dream cast of soprano Renee Fleming as Tatiana, Russian baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky in the title role and tenor Ramon Vargas as Lenski. Valery Gergiev, who has this music in his DNA, is on the podium. At eight area movie theaters, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, $15, www.fathomevents.com.

Carnegie Ensemble: 11-member string group performs Rossini's Sonata No. 1, the famous Adagio by Albinoni for organ and strings, two Brahms Hungarian Dances and Piazzolla's "Verano Perteno" with violin soloist Christine Kwak. Movements from Tchaikovsky's "Souvenir de Florence," Shostakovich's Third Quartet and Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" fill the bill. Great Auditorium, Pilgrim and Ocean pathways, Ocean Grove, N.J., 7:30 p.m. Thursday, $13, 800-590-4064, www.oceangrove.org.