Beirut. Photo by Francis Chung.

MONDAY

At the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Matuto offer “the sound of a Brazilian Carnaval in the Appalachian Mountains.” Free. 6 p.m.

TUESDAY

Six months after his previous local appearance at the Black Cat, Brooklyn-based troubadour Zach Condon brings his band Beirut back to the District for a two-night stand at the 9:30 Club, showcasing songs from The Rip Tide, his latest collection of cosmopolitan indie-folk songs. Seattle singer-songwriter Mike Hadreas — a.k.a. Perfume Genius — opens both nights. Sold out. 7 p.m.

>> Black Cat Backstage: Pueblo, Dolfish. $8. 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

The Black Cat Backstage hosts Deathfix, a new trio featuring Fugazi drummer Brendan Canty on guitar, Medications frontman Devin Ocampo on drums, and producer/Bob Mould collaborator Rich Morel on keyboards. Kalani Tifford’s Sunwolf adds an opening set. $8. 8 p.m.

>> 9:30 Club: Beirut, Perfume Genius. Sold out. 7 p.m.

THURSDAY

Eccentric new-wave icons Devo play Falls Church’s State Theatre, running through classics like “Whip It” and “Uncontrollable Urge” along with songs from their 2010 comeback album, Something for Everybody. $57-$120. 8 p.m.

>> Black Cat Backstage: Black Cobra, Zoroaster, The Body. $10 in advance / $12 doors. 8 p.m.

FRIDAY

Local rock quartet U.S. Royalty give a free performance at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, sharing songs from their debut LP, MIRRORS. Free. 6 p.m.

>> Jammin Java: Bill Kirchen. $20. 8 p.m.

Lady Lamb the Beekeeper. Photo by Francis Chung.

SATURDAY

Brooklyn lo-fi folk-rockers Woods seem flush with holiday spirit this year, recently issuing a cover of Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmas Time Is Here” (from A Charlie Brown Christmas), and embarking on a December tour that comes through the Rock and Roll Hotel on Saturday night. Purling Hiss, MMOSS, and Hume round out a loaded bill. $12. 8 p.m.

>> Black Cat: JC Brooks and The Uptown Sound, Exit Clov. $12. 9 p.m.

>> U Street Music Hall: Penguin Prison, Big/Bright. $12. 7 p.m.

>> Red Palace: Gary Clark, Jr. Sold out. 9 p.m.

SUNDAY

Having already earned strong notices for her charming home recordings and consistently engaging live shows, indie-folk singer-songwriter Aly Spaltro — a.k.a. Lady Lamb the Beekeeper — is set to release her first proper studio album in 2012. Catch her at the Velvet Lounge on Sunday night, with Redline Graffiti and Milkman’s Union opening. $10 18+, $8 21+. 9 p.m.