Wednesday:
>> In the digital age, album cover artwork doesn’t stand out like it used to, but that’s no reason not to celebrate the great covers of the past. “The Classics – Series 3: ROCK” takes off where other editions left off by featuring some of rock’s best artwork. It’ll take place at Lounge of Three with sounds by DJs Nick tha 1da, 2-Tone Jones, and RBI. Free, 5 p.m.

>> In a career that’s now lasted over 20 years now, Jay-Z (pictured) has gone from sidekick to full-blown mogul. He’ll be playing the Verizon Center with special guest, Young Jeezy. $42-$122 in advance, 7 p.m.

>> The weekly “Refuge” ritual continues at Tabaq as DJ Stylus spins audio goodies. Free, 9 p.m.

Friday:
>> First Fridays mean “Moneytown” at Dahlak with regular DJ Nitekrawler and guests Jason Hamlin and Mike Murphy spinning soul and funk. Free, 10 p.m.

Saturday:
>> Part of that Minneapolis left-of-center contingent of emcees, P.O.S will be at DC9. Joining him will be Dessa and Astronautalis. $12 in advance/$14 at the door, 6 p.m.

>> Last month’s “Sol Power” was snowed-out but today’s promises not to be. DJ Stylus,
Meistro and Deep Sang will be covering the musical bases from Afrofunk through disco. The party will take place at Dahlak. Free, 10 p.m.

>> The “Big Bad City” soul dance party goes down with Soul Call Paul at the Velvet Lounge. Free, 10 p.m.