Tuesday:
>> Eighties R&B icon Stephanie Mills wraps up her two-day stay at the Birchmere tonight. $69.50. 7:30 p.m.

>> Local vocalist Tamika “Love” Jones will be celebrating her birthday by putting on a show for everyone at Ben’s Next Door. Free. 9 p.m.

Friday:
>> One of the first DJs accredited with developing the New Jersey house music sound, Tony Humphries (pictured) is a legend in the genre. He’ll be on the decks at U Street Music Hall as a part of “Red Fridays.” Free before 11 p.m. for 21 and older, $5 afterward, $10 for ages 18-20 in advance. 10 p.m.

Saturday:
>> The Chicago-based singer Syleena Johnson was practically born into the industry (her father is Syl Johnson) but has worked to distinguish herself from her contemporaries with an emphasis on vocals as opposed to just riding a good beat. She’ll be at Blues Alley tonight for two shows. $35. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.

>> “Tropical Punch” celebrates traditional South American and Caribbean musics with a party featuring the talents of Boogat, Empresarios, Maracuyeah and the Sol Power All-Stars. It all happens at the Warehouse Loft (411 New York Avenue NE). $10. 9 p.m.

>> Ozomatli is almost as much a staple in their native California as sunshine and beaches. The multi-influenced funk band will be at the 9:30 Club along with locals Chopteeth AfroFunk Big Band. $25. 9 p.m.

Sunday:
>> The Furious Force of Rhymes examines hip-hop in several different countries and contexts. The film will be shown and then examined by a panel consisting of Jerome Baker III, Nonchalant and Risikat “Kat” Okedeyi at the Busboys and Poets on 14th Street NW. Free. 7 p.m.