Zap Mama are at the Black Cat on Thursday.

Thursday:
>> Belgian group Zap Mama (pictured) brings European, American and African rhythms together for their unique sound. They’ll be at the Black Cat. $25, 8 p.m.

>> A special edition of “Uncle Q’s Living Room” will take place at Bourbon. This week will feature a video premiere for local producer/rapper, Kev Brown. RSVP to speakeraddict[at]gmail.com for $5 admission all night after 10 p.m. Free entry between 8 and 10 p.m.

Friday:
>> Dallas native N’dambi started singing background for Erykah Badu and then went solo with several independent albums. She’s now with the revamped Stax label and will be at Liv to celebrate her latest release, Pink Elephant. $15 in advance/$18 at the door, 7:30 p.m.

>> Connecticut-based DJ Jus-Ed will be bringing his knack for house music to Station 9 for a set along with D.C.’s own NavboX and Rosario. $5-$10, 10 p.m.

Saturday:
>> The Fela Kuti tribute, “Black President’s Day,” is celebrating its 4th anniversary with deejay sets by DJ Shoboy, DJ Don-X, i-Wah, Jahsonic, DJ Stylus and DJ Sabine. This Afrobeat party will go down at Warehouse (411 New York Avenue NE). $15 with RSVP/$20 at the door, 9 p.m.