Young blues meets old-school country in Thompson Springs, a Chicago-based six-piece led by singer-songwriter Matt Smith. The band worked with Wilco’s Pat Sansone on its debut album Undertones, which blends dreamy songwriting with indie-rock influences on songs like “Slightly Sexy.” Smith and his bandmates are gearing up for their sophomore release, Standby, an eight-song EP that marks the debut of harmonica player Ryan Suzuka. With Jon Tyler Riley.
Thursday 11/16. Free, 7pm. Dürty Nelly’s Pub, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscharlottesville.com