MONDAY
>> You scream, I scream, we all scream for British and 70s-inspired rock. Double your pleasure tonight at the Black Cat, as The Points (Fredericksburg’s answer to Kings of Leon) and The Cuts (think The Cure meets The Thrills) work the back stage. $7, 9 p.m.
>> We caught The Parachute Musical a while ago, opening for Deleted Scenes (who you may have seen at last week’s Unbuckled). They turn out impressive piano pop, with a charismatic vocal lead. See for yourself tonight at DC9, where they’re playing with Stamen & Pistils and Psychic Hearts. $7.
>> If you’ve got any sort of penchant for The Silos, Pleasure and Pain-era Ben Harper or the standup bass, look no further than Iota tonight. Tom Freund, $10, 8:30 p.m.
TUESDAY
>> Bluzz darlings and Aussie sensations Wolfmother sold out the Black Cat, so if you snoozed you lost.
>> Catch We Are Wolves for some punchy, punky rock at DC9. With The Roosevelt and The Explorers Club (not to be confused with the Super Adventure Club). $8.
>> I’m not sure how I feel about this whole “New Cars” thing, but they’re playing under the stars tonight at Wolftrap, with this other band — you may have heard of them. The weather is mild and your cooler is calling. $25 to $42, 8 p.m.
