Asheru.

Tuesday:
>> As the daughter of the legendary Donny, Layla Hathaway is pretty much R&B royalty. She’ll be performing her second of two shows at the Birchmere tonight along with Detroit crooner, Dwele. $75, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday:
>> “The Whale” party at U Street Music Hall features residents Beautiful Swimmers spinning music along the lines of ’80s boogie. Joining them will be Philly’s Robotique. Free, 11 p.m.

Thursday:
>> The FLOTUS digs Atlanta native Anthony David‘s style. If you want to check the Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter and hear what’s on Michelle’s playlist, he’ll be at Liv for the night. $18, 7:30 p.m.

Friday:
>> Grammy nominee and D.C. native Christylez Bacon (***) will be performing at the Honfleur Gallery. Free, 7:30 p.m.

>> “Close 2 the Edge” returns with its golden era hip-hop at the Black Cat. As usual, DJ Dredd and Grap Luva are your guides for this trip in to sonic goodness. $7, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday:
>> If you’re in the mood for two of the more prominent R&B artists of the 1980s, you don’t have to go much further than Carter Barron Amphitheatre where Peabo Bryson and Deniece Williams are set to take the stage. $24, 7:30 p.m.

>> Headlining a fundraiser for Street Sense at the Black Cat will be two talented local emcees, Asheru and Flex Mathews (***), as well as vocalist Tamika Jones. $12, 9 p.m.