MONDAY

We previewed bluegrass/jazz innovator Bela Fleck when he came to town earlier this year and now he’s coming to the Strathmore with the original lineup of the Flecktones: Roy Wooten, Victor Wooten and Howard Levy. $28-$58, 8 p.m.

>> Galaxy Hut: Sansyou, Janel & Anthony. 9 p.m.

>> 9:30 Club: Cold War Kids, Young Man. Sold out, 7 p.m.

TUESDAY

Ever since the blogosphere accepted the Cold War Kids with open arms in 2006, the bluesy indie rock band with a set of pipes that rivaled Jeff Buckley’s have made a habit of selling out the 9:30 Club. This show tonight with Young Man, their second of two, is no different. Consult Craig. Sold out, 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

After having established himself as a Grammy nominee and a live powerhouse in 2010, Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews has continued spreading his musical blend of soul, funk and of course, New Orleans blues. Tonight will be the first of two nights at the 9:30 Club. Tomorrow’s opener will be Fort Knox Five and tonight’s will be Eric Lindell. Both shows still have tickets available. $25, 7 p.m.

>> DC9: Girl in a Coma, The Coathangers, Brothers of Brazil. $10 in advance / $12 day of show, 8:30 p.m.

>> Black Cat: Purity Ring, Doldrums. $10, 8 p.m.

THURSDAY

Miami, a city known for palm trees and Latin-infused dancing, is hardly the place you’d think would spawn Torche, one of today’s most gritty, sludgy and mind-blowing metal acts. Then again, who expected hardcore to flourish in the apparent utopia of Southern California? Torche will be at DC9 with Part Chimp, Regents and Chumps. $12 advance / $14 day-of. 8 p.m.

>> Comet Ping Pong: Screen Print Installation with Performances by AIDS Wolf, Unicorn Hard-on, The Plums. $10, 9 p.m.

>> Black Cat Backstage: Medications, Cloud Nothings. $10, 8 p.m.

FRIDAY

He surprised the 9:30 Club anniversary show patrons when he performed a solo version of “Everlong” and now Dave Grohl is returning to the area he has called home with the rest of the Foo Fighters. (Is it bad that we secretly want to hear “Hey, Johnny Park!” more than “The Pretender”?) They’ll be at the Verizon Center with another set of 1990s radio staples, Social Distortion and The Joy Formidable, who at this time last year, were playing the Black Cat Backstage. $37.50-$57.50, 7 p.m.

>> Red Palace: BELLS, J. Robbins, Story of the Seas. $8, 9:00 p.m.

>> Red Door: Indian Jewelry, Painted Face, Heavy Breathing. 443 Eye Street, $10, 8 p.m.

SATURDAY

He left D.C. almost ten years ago, but Ted Leo has still retained a sort of “local favorite” status. As such, it’s fitting that he’s coming back to play a show set up by local activist organization, Positive Force. We can only assume that this show has at Sacred Heart Church (3211 Pine Street NW) has not sold out because the word hasn’t really gotten out in a big way about this show with Medications and The Max Levine Ensemble. Well…now you know. Furthermore, this show with the Pharmacists will benefit We Are Family and the National Day Laborer Organizing Network. $13, 7 p.m.

SUNDAY

As much as we hate to put a sold-out show as our pick for the night, it’s worth trying to find a way into the 9:30 Club for Fitz & the Tantrums. The soulful six-piece have had quite the meteoric rise, partially due to their joyful live show. Walk the Moon opens. Sold out, 7 p.m.