Guitar slinger
British songwriter and renowned guitarist Richard Thompson has had his work covered by the likes of REM, Los Lobos and Elvis Costello. Hear the originals 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Discovery Theatre, $38. Visit centertix.net for info. music
Classic sounds
Get a double dose of '60s pop when the group that brought us songs like "Da Doo Ron Ron," The Crystals, teams with The Vogues, the group known for hits like "Five O'Clock World," 7 p.m. Sunday, Egan Center, $44.95. Visit ticketmaster.com for info. music
The humpty hump
Shock G was the most recognizable member of the classic hip-hop group Digital Underground, not just because of the big fake nose, but also as the voice behind hits like "The Humpty Dance." He performs a solo show 8 p.m. Saturday, Koot's, $25 (21 and older). Visit koots.com for info. drink
Cure what ales you
Sample from and learn about more than 50 breweries at this year's Matanuska Brewfest, 6-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Raven Hall on the Alaska State Fairgrounds, $30. For an extra $29, you can take the the Magic Bus there and back from Koot's.
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