Sheila E.

Thursday:
>> R&B crooner Kenny Lattimore plays a show at the Birchmere with opening at Jarrard Anthony. $29.50. 7:30 p.m.

>> Although her career launched prior to meeting him, Sheila E. might be best known for her collaborations with Prince. While having tried her hand at acting and singing on hits like “The Glamorous Life,” she’s always been a world-class percussionist. Tonight, she’ll be putting all her talents on display at the Howard Theatre. Joining her will be fellow Prince disciples, fDeluxe (formerly known as The Family). $25 in advance / $30 at the door. 8 p.m.

Friday:
>> “Michael Jackson Is Still Alive” is a free early show celebrating the late King of Pop during what would’ve been his birthday week at U Street Music Hall. James Nasty, Jerome Baker III and Redline Graffiti will be on the turntables. Free. 5 p.m.

>> During what would’ve been the week of his 54th birthday, DJ Dredd is hosting a dance party celebrating Michael Jackson’s life and work at the Howard Theatre. $15. 10:30 p.m.

Saturday:
>> Singer/songwriter and D.C.-area native Levi Stephens takes to the 9:30 Club‘s stage to headline a show also featuring The Dreamscapes Project. $15. 5:30 p.m.

>> Hailing from Baltimore, vocalist Maysa has an impressive CV that includes backing Stevie Wonder and singing lead for the British acid-jazz group, Incognito. She’ll be performing as the only name on the marquee for Saturday and Sunday shows at the Birchmere. $45. 7:30 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.

Sunday:
>> 2 Chainz has become one of the most one of the hottest rappers around in a short period of time. The Georgia resident is on his “Based on a T.R.U. Story” tour comes through the 9:30 Club tonight. $31-$150. 7 p.m.

>> It’s become a ritual for Kenny “Dope” Gonzalez to spend Memorial and Labor Day weekends in D.C. at Eighteenth Street Lounge and year there’s no break in that tradition. The “The Bomb!” producer will be on the patio to help close out summer. $TBA. 9:30 p.m.