Music this week

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

Someone Still Loves You, Boris Yeltsin: Don't let the name confuse you. Only rarely (see "Anne Elephant") do these shoe-gazing, woeful alt-rockers throw a bone to anything vaguely Slavic-sounding. Made you look and listen, though, huh? Ha Ha Tonka opens. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 tonight, $13, 215-222-1400.

Someone Still Loves You, Boris Yeltsin: Don't let the name confuse you. Only rarely (see "Anne Elephant") do these shoe-gazing, woeful alt-rockers throw a bone to anything vaguely Slavic-sounding. Made you look and listen, though, huh? Ha Ha Tonka opens. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 tonight, $13, 215-222-1400.

Duke Robillard Band: Expect quite the varied show, as this blues monarch is now having fun with jazz standards, too. The Deb Callahan Band opens. Sellersville Theater, Main and Temple streets, Sellersville, 8 tonight, $19.50, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com.

Vinx: Wow, what a life this guy has had - from Olympic hopeful to singing with Sting to teaching at Berklee College of Music, fighting racism at home and disease in Africa. Vinx is one of the most soulful, intense, globally conscious singer-songwriters you'll ever hear. Lili Anel opens. Puck, Printers Alley, Doylestown, 8 tonight, $12, 215-348-9000.

Shinedown: Schizoid rockers range from angst out loud to ballads. Gotta cover all bases for maximum radio exposure. Sharing the show, Theory of a Dead Man, Black Stone Cherry. Electric Factory, 7th and Willow streets, 6:30 tonight, $27, 215-336-2000, www.livenation.com.

Projekt Revolution: Pump your fists in the air like you really care for Linkin Park, Chris Cornell, the Bravery, Ashes Divide and rapper Busta Rhymes. Susquehanna Bank Center, Camden, 2 p.m. tomorrow, $22.75-$76.25, 215-336-2000, www.livenation.com.

The Eagles: These old birds aren't living "Life in the Fast Lane" anymore, but still have the following. They've moved four million copies of their latest album, just at Wal-Mart. Now that's a "Peaceful Easy Feeling." Borgata, Atlantic City, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $195-$500, 609-692-6742, www.theborgata.com.

Elton John: Another album-rock legend hits the beach. Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, 8 p.m. tomorrow, $67-$227, 215-336-2000, www.ticketmaster.com.

Back Door Slam: While hailing from the Isle of Man, this young, throwback blues-rock trio plays here so often they should get an apartment. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St., 7:30 p.m. Sunday, $19-$24, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com.

Jeffrey Gaines: Locally based national act keeps coming back to the place where it all began. With Laura Warshauer. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 7:30 p.m. Sunday, $22.50, 215-928-0770, www.tinangel.com.

Al Green: The king of Memphis soul is out celebrating a grand new album ("Lay It Down"), put together in classic "old school" fashion with a bunch of Philly guys. Still, this is his closest stop to our town. House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, 7 p.m. Sunday, $36-$71, 215-336-2000, www.hob.com.

Thriving Ivory: Big, bold San Francisco rock band is sometimes evocative of Rush (especially in the vocals of Scott Jason) and U2. With the Medium and Evro. Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St. 8 p.m. Sunday, $8, 238-5888, www.thekhyber.com.

Richie Furay: An architect of the alternative country rock movement, Furay made his mark in Buffalo Springfield, then with Poco and later the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band. Sellersville Theater, Main and Temple streets, 8 p.m., Monday, $26.50, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com.

Amplified Heat: Austin, Texas, may be their home, but these pumped-up, psychedelic blues rockers take inspiration from hippy-era San Francisco and British blues bands. Their name's a lift from Cream's "Pressed Rat and Warthog." With Philly's lady-led Hatchetface and the Murderkill 100. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8 p.m. Monday, $8, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Siltbreeze Records Presents: This Philly label is back in a big way. Sic Alps is a buzzy psych duo from San Francisco that recalls old Guided By Voices. New York City's Blues Control makes haunting, atmospheric, piano-soaked dreams. Princeton's Home Blitz's scuzz-covered pop gems are always a pleasure. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 tonight, $10, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Siltbreeze Records Presents: This Philly label is back in a big way. Sic Alps is a buzzy psych duo from San Francisco that recalls old Guided By Voices. New York City's Blues Control makes haunting, atmospheric, piano-soaked dreams. Princeton's Home Blitz's scuzz-covered pop gems are always a pleasure. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 9 tonight, $10, 215-739-9684, .

The Model: Philly electro-pop band joins queer rappers Sgt. Sass (imagine two gay, male Lil' Kims) with NYC synth-pop band Last Year's Model for a perfect Friday night party. M Room, 15 W. Girard Ave., 10 tonight, $8, 215-739-5577, www.themanhattanroom.com.

Punk Rock Karaoke: Sing your favorite Misfits or Ramones tunes with a live band. Tritone, 1508 South St., 10 tonight, $5, 215-545-0475, www.tritonebar.com.

Philly Roller Girl Lookalike Contest: Perfect for someone who loves the costumes but hates the skates. DJs Klembott and Just Jess spin. The Dive, 947 E. Passyunk Ave., 10 tonight, $5, 215-465-5505, www.phillyrollerderby.com.

Turnaround vs. Immediate: Cat Power's Gregg Foreman, the Brothers Gieda and Rusty Alexander spin soul, funk, and psych. Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., 10 tonight, $5, www.myspace.com/thenewbarbary.

Hot Dog Saturdays: Browse the piles of vinyl at Beautiful World Syndicate to the "patriotic hot dog anthems" of the Rock T-ts DJs. All purchases over $25 get a hot dog or veggie dog. Beautiful World Syndicate, 1619 E. Passyunk Ave., 1-5 p.m. tomorrow, 215-467-0401, myspace.com/beautifulworldsyndicate.

Black Dice: New York noise-makers turned psychedelics jams with Philly buzz band War on Drugs and Mincemeat or Tenspeed. Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., 6:30 p.m. tomorrow, $10, all ages, 267-765-5210, www.r5productions.com.

Gang: Like a hip-hop B-52's, the Philly wild girls and boys join Sgt. Sass, NYC dance troupe Eagle Ager, Spanish Dancer and Nick Bishop. Danger Danger Gallery, 5013 Baltimore Ave., 8:30 p.m. tomorrow, $5, all ages, www.myspace.com/dangerdangergallery.

England Belongs to Twee: Mike McKee, R5's Sean Agnew and others spins '90s hardcore, emo, punk, "life, love and regret." Upstairs at the Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St., 9 p.m. tomorrow, free, 215-238-5888, www.thekhyber.com.

Fuse: Monthly dance party for queer women serves as the after-party for the Triple X Selects screening. Special guests, Liberty City Kings and Revival Burlesque. A portion of the door benefits the Philadelphia Film Society. XO Lounge, 15th and South streets, 10 p.m. tomorrow, $5-$7, www.myspace.com/phillyfuse.

Electric Frankenstein: New Jersey punk-and-rollers have fought the good fight for 15 years, paving the way for the so-called return to rock movement of the early '00s. With the Wretched Ones and EPH Tradition. Tritone, 1508 South St., 10 p.m. tomorrow, $5, 215-545-0475, tritonebar.com.

The Mae Shi: L.A. electro-screamo quartet joins Skeletonbreath (members of O'Death and Rad Racket) and the Popo. Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., 6:30p.m. Sunday, $10, all ages, 267-765-5210, r5productions.com.

Metalbeard: Monthly stoner-doom metal night includes the ZZ Top/Blue Cheer-inspired Amplified Heat, all-female metal band Hatchetface and the Murderkill 100, which features members of Aim of Conrad, the Sugar Skulls and Cream Chargers. Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8 p.m. Monday, $8, 215-739-9684, www.johnnybrendas.com.

Joan of Arc: The Kinsella Brothers are back together again with the original lineup and a new album, "Boo! Human." With excellent Baltimore newcomers Ponytail - kind of like Deerhoof on warp speed. Icelandic composer Olafur Arnalds opens. First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St., $10, all ages, 267-765-5210, www.r5productions.com.

Gang Gang Dance: The arty New Yorkers debut new music from the upcoming "God's Money." Don't miss openers Prowler. M Room, 15 W. Girard Ave., 10 p.m. Thursday, $12, 215-739-5577, www.themanhattanroom.com.

DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist: Aficionados may know Cut Chemist as a member of L.A. rhyme team Jurassic 5 and funk crew Ozomatli. Shadow is best known for his experimental hip-hop work in London. The two soundmen come together for what is sure to be an exciting show. House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, 9 tonight, $31-$36, 18+, 609-236-blue, www.hob.com.

DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist: Aficionados may know Cut Chemist as a member of L.A. rhyme team Jurassic 5 and funk crew Ozomatli. Shadow is best known for his experimental hip-hop work in London. The two soundmen come together for what is sure to be an exciting show. House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, 9 tonight, $31-$36, 18+, 609-236-blue, .

Munga: Along with Mavado, Munga represents the newest wave of young dancehall reggae artists. VP Records has put much stock in Munga, given his contribution to reggae compilation "Strictly the Best 37." Look for a spirited rendition of current hit, "Earthquake." Pinnacle Nightclub, 720 Arch St., 10 tonight, $30, www.myspace.com/JDPevents.

Philly Summer Jam 2008: Fashion, hip-hop and celebs such as Jermaine Dupri, DJs Khaled and S&S, Beanie Sigel, Fabolous and Eve are among the invitees to a Philly-style soiree, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Southwest and West Philly basketball leagues. National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St., 10 p.m. tomorrow, $30 women, $50 men (open bar). Tickets at Breakfast House, 5535 Woodland Ave., Dr. Denim, 4th and South streets, 267-724-1080.

Lyfe Jennings: A decade behind bars would have a profound effect on anyone. Jennings used his time to reflect on and craft his honest, soul-stirring sound, evident on his incredible debut, "Lyfe 268-192." Ray Lavender will also perform. TLA, 334 South St., 8 p.m. Thursday, $30, 215-922-1011, www.livenation.com.

Ladies in Jazz: Kicking off the annual summer series of Philly jazz are two of the city's vocal divas: Jeannie Brooks and the aptly named Ella Gahnt. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and Ben Franklin Parkway, 5:45 and 7:15 tonight, free with regular museum admission of $14, 215-763-8100, philamuseum.org.

Ladies in Jazz: Kicking off the annual summer series of Philly jazz are two of the city's vocal divas: Jeannie Brooks and the aptly named Ella Gahnt. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and Ben Franklin Parkway, 5:45 and 7:15 tonight, free with regular museum admission of $14, 215-763-8100, philamuseum.org.

Frank McComb: Singer/keyboardist got his start watching an aunt play the piano in church, a seed that grew into his gospel-inflected blend of R&B and smooth jazz. The Cleveland native was enticed here by DJ Jazzy Jeff after touring with soul singer Gerald Levert. He soon became a session regular for Gamble & Huff's Philadelphia International Records. McComb's jazz side was stoked in Branford Marsalis' Buckshot LeFonque acid-jazz project, and he's since recorded heavily, on his own and backing several R&B legends. Great Plaza, Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Market Street, 7:30 tonight, free, 215-922-2FUN, www.pennslandingcorp.com.

Philly Five: Though the city has its share of honored musicians, this quintet can defend their mantle by the sheer volume of work each member can boast. All five - trumpeter John Swana, saxophonist Chris Farr, vibraphonist Tony Miceli, bassist Madison Rast and drummer Dan Monaghan - are ubiquitous presences on bandstands local and visiting. Chris' Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom St., 8 and 10 tonight, $12, 215-568-3131, www.chrisjazzcafe.com.

Jazz at Cliveden: Ninth annual outdoor jazz festival has New York-based saxophonist Lily White, Philly-born drummer Vincent Ector and the University of Delaware's steel drum band Delaware Steel under the direction of Harvey Price. Historic Cliveden house, 6401 Germantown Ave., 3-7 p.m. Sunday, $5, 215-848-1777, www.cliveden.org.

Sci-Fi Philly: Avant-jazz series pares down to a solo and two duos: Joey Mariano will perform 8-bit improvised music, using a converted Game Boy; saxophonist Seth Meicht goes head-to-head with drummer Mike Szekely, while percussionist Jeff Arnal teams with guitarist Aaron Dougan. Gojjo, 4540 Baltimore Ave., 8 p.m. Sunday, $5, www.scifiphilly.com.

Matt Davis' Aerial Photograph: Guitarist Davis heads into the second half of his yearlong documentary-music project, "Philadelphia, 2008," premiering new music for his 12-piece chamber-jazz ensemble based on interviews with various Philly communities. This month, tales of homelessness. Tritone, 1509 South St., 10 p.m. Thursday, $10, 215-545-0475, www.tritonebar.com.

BalletX: Enterprising company created by Pennsylvania Ballet alums Matthew Neenan and Christine Cox turns to three female choreographers for this show. Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Helen Pickett and Cox offer world premieres to wrap the group's season. Wilma Theater, Broad and Spruce streets, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and July 25-26; 2 p.m. July 27, $25, 215-546-7824, www.balletx.org.

BalletX: Enterprising company created by Pennsylvania Ballet alums Matthew Neenan and Christine Cox turns to three female choreographers for this show. Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Helen Pickett and Cox offer world premieres to wrap the group's season. Wilma Theater, Broad and Spruce streets, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and July 25-26; 2 p.m. July 27, $25, 215-546-7824, .

Philadelphia Orchestra: Costa Rican conductor Giancarlo Guerrero returns to the Mann, opening with Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera's "Estancia," a throbbing orchestral showpiece of four dance movements. Now-famed Curtis alumna Leila Josefowicz solos in the familiar Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, and the program ends with the favorite Mussorgsky "Pictures at an Exhibition." Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd Street and Parkside Avenue, 8 tonight, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Costa Rican conductor Giancarlo Guerrero returns to the Mann, opening with Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera's "Estancia," a throbbing orchestral showpiece of four dance movements. Now-famed Curtis alumna Leila Josefowicz solos in the familiar Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, and the program ends with the favorite Mussorgsky "Pictures at an Exhibition." Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd Street and Parkside Avenue, 8 tonight, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Delaware Valley Opera Theater: Two-thirds of Puccini's dramatic "Il Trittico," the moving "Suor Angelica" and the raucous "Gianni Schicchi," are performed. The latter, a hilarious tale of avariciousness and greed in medieval Florence, has been transplanted to modern-day South Philly. Doris Coleman leads from the piano. Roxborough High School Theater, 6498 Ridge Ave., 8 p.m. tomorrow, $20, 215-725-4171, dvopera.org.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Andrew Grams, assistant conductor of the Cleveland Orchestra, steps to the podium to conduct the annual Tchaikovsky program: excerpts from "The Sleeping Beauty" and "The Nutcracker," plus pianist Jon Kimura Parker in the First Piano Concerto, wrapping with the now-mandatory "1812 Overture," complete with fireworks. Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd and Parkside, 8 p.m. Tuesday, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Mann music director Rossen Milanov returns to the podium with brilliant young violinist Jennifer Koh in the soaring Sibelius Violin Concerto. He'll open the program with Wagner's Prelude to "Die Meistersinger" and finish with Brahms' Fourth Symphony. Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd and Parkside, 8 p.m. Wednesday, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Mann season finale is a blockbuster: Carl Orff's rhythmically insistent "Carmina Burana." The Philadelphia Singers Chorale and Pennsylvania Girlchoir do the honors with soprano Joanna Mongiardo, tenor Christopher Pfund and baritone Hugh Russell. Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 52nd and Parkside, 8 p.m. Thursday, 215-893-1999, manncenter.org.

Scott Montgomery: This prize-winning organist continues the three-week summer celebration of the Fred C. Cooper instrument with works by Mendelssohn, Gringy, Parker, Hampton, Widor (Symphony No. 5) and Bach (the C Major Prelude and Fugue). Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad and Spruce streets, 7 p.m. Thursday, $10, 215-893-1999, kimmelcenter.org. *