Wednesday:
>> Despite being saddled with the “controversial” label, Minneapolis emcee Brother Ali (pictured) has garnered acclaim from multiple publications. He’ll be at the Rock and Roll Hotel along with BK One, Mr. Lif, Toki Wright, and local act, Educated Consumers. $17, 8 p.m.

Friday:
>> Common is ramping up for the December release of his Universal Mind Control album. He’ll be stopping by Love for a performance. $20-$60, 9 p.m.

>> A monthly staple, Chris Burns’ and Maxmillion Dunbar’s “Disco City” party takes over the Hotel Bar at the Rock and Roll Hotel. Free, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday:
>> Fresh off the release of his Tronic album, Detroit rapper/producer Black Milk will be at Baltimore’s Sonar along with Motor City wordsmiths Elzhi and Guilty Simpson. $15, 8 p.m.

>> The Liberal Party Election Celebration will bring Chicago house legend Glenn Underground to The Loft (411 New York Avenue NE). Adrian Loving, Cbreeze, Ernest Fountain, 1 Smooth DJ Marv, and John Johnson will be joining him. $9 in advance/$15, 9 p.m.

Sunday:
>> Sam Burns and Eric Burton will be presiding over the Eighteenth Street Lounge‘s “Underground Soul Solution” during their regular residency. Free, 9:30 p.m.