N’digo Rose

Tuesday:
>> Local rapper Kingpen Slim is throwing a CD release party for his new album, The Beam Up, at Eyebar. Free, 10 p.m.

Wednesday:
>> Always a solid live performer, Philly crooner Bilal will be back in town for the night at The Scene, which is almost sold-out. $20 in advance, 8 p.m.

>> D.C. musician/vocalist N’digo Rose (pictured) has been a staple on the U Street scene for a while, which makes his gig at Tabaq with native Washingtonian, Yahzarah, fitting. $10 in advance, 8 p.m.

Thursday:
>> Given that he performs here frequently, you’d think Eric Roberson would’ve established residency in the District by now. While he hasn’t gone that far yet, he will be performing and holding a listening party for his soon-to-be released album, Music Fan First, at Ibiza along with local singer Alison Carney. Free, 6 p.m.

>> When a satirical song he recorded went viral and sparked controversy, D.C. poet Bomani Armah gained instant notoriety that overlooked his gift for writing. With a lot of the unnecessary clamor gone, he’s back to art and will be at Ebenezers Coffeehouse. Free, 7:30 p.m.