Illa JTuesday:
>> It’s a D.C. versus Detroit emcee showcase as Agua, DTMD, Nate Greyski and Surock play host to Frank Nitt, Illa J and Grim Ace for the night at Bohemian Caverns. $13, 9 p.m.
>> DC9 will serve as the venue for a night of hip-hop and Baltimore club music with the help of James Nasty, Oh Snap!! and Ratt Moze. Free before 10 p.m./$5 after 10 p.m., 9 p.m.
Wednesday:
>> Jahsonic and DJ Book of the Soul Controllers are on the 1s and 2s along with their guest, DJ Cosmo Baker, at the U Street Music Hall. Free, 10 p.m.
Friday:
>> Eddie Levert of The O’Jays will be performing at the Birchmere with The Eddie Levert Band. $59.50, 7:30 p.m.
