Reno-Tahoe shows, now through July: Aaron Lewis, Gipsy Kings, Parliament-Funkadelic and more

Summer is the time for music festivals, and the Reno-Tahoe area has a ton of these on the way for the entertainment season. Jazz, Latin, rock, reggae, electronic music and country are all represented with special events at various venues. Sometimes it’s a one-day affair; other times you’ll have to figure out camping for a long weekend.

There are also several concert series taking place at local casinos, while a handful of other fests feature local musical talent more prominently than others. Add to this the mix of legends and emerging artists and comedians all over the map (literally) for one-off shows and you have a varied spring and summer full of entertainment.

See below for selected shows taking place now through July 31.

Menopause: The Musical

This is a return engagement for this traveling show that pokes musical fun at women and aging with some funny and sometimes poignant tunes. Shows take place at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Performances are at the Showroom, Eldorado Hotel Casino, 345 N. Virginia St., Reno.

Shows take place now to June 30, and tickets are $35-$55. Details at caesars.com/eldorado-reno.

Jerry Seinfeld

This actor and comedian isn’t retiring from his offbeat, observational style of stand-up anytime soon, as he still keeps the huge audience from his namesake sitcom in the ‘90s. He’s back in Reno for this show at 8 p.m. at Reno Events Center, 400 University Way, Reno.

The show is April 27 and tickets are $80 to $145. Details at 775-335-8800 or renoeventscenter.com.

Maya Soleil Traditions

The link between dance and song is what drives this group from Zambia and Ghana. Traditional African music, instruments and dancers are all part of their presentation. They perform at 4 p.m. at the Underground Theater at the Pioneer Center, 100 S. Virginia St., Reno.

This free show is April 27. Details at pioneercenter.com.

ZZ Top

With bassist Elwood Francis deputizing for the late Dusty Hill, this forever “little ol’ band from Texas” continues to play rock classics such as “Legs,” “La Grange,” “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Just Got Paid.” It starts at 7 p.m. at Reno Ballroom, 401 N. Center St., Reno.

The show is April 28 and tickets are $75. Details at 775-325-7401 or caesars.com/silver-legacy-reno.

Gladys Knight

A frequent visitor to the area’s stages, Knight is billing this tour as her final one. She’s one of the original stars of ’60s and ’70s soul, and her hits include “Midnight Train to Georgia” and “You’re the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me.” She’s back for this show at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is April 28. Tickets range from $40-$70. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

City Morgue

Hip-hop and heavier rock sounds get equal footing with this New York City duo. They recently announced they would disband, so if that sticks this could be their first and final visit to the Biggest Little City. They will play at 8 p.m. at Virginia St. Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is April 30. Tickets are $30-$40. For details, call 775-433-1090 or visit renobrewhouse.com.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

This two-day event returns to downtown for its annual celebration of Hispanic culture, including live music and dance troupes. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Glow Plaza Festival Grounds, 670 W. 4th St., Reno.

The free event is May 4 and 5. Details at jresort.com.

David Sedaris

A writer and humorist best-known for his work on NPR and books such as “Me Talk Pretty One Day” and his latest, “Calypso,” Sedaris delivers his equally comic and poignant work during his shows, both published pieces as well as new stories. He’ll perform at 8 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is May 4. Tickets are $75-$115. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.

Cedric the Entertainer

This comedian, TV-show host and actor still stays sharp on the theater circuit with his stand-up shows, modeled after his work as one of the Original Kings of Comedy at the turn of the 20th century. He’ll make them laugh again at 7 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is May 4. Tickets are $70-$110. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

David Morris

A singer and rapper from West Virginia, Morris is starting to make a national name for himself with his blend of country music and hip-hop. He will play at 8 p.m. at Virginia Street Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 4. Tickets are $16. Details at renobrewhouse.com.

Teo Gonzalez

Hailing from Mexico, this comedian has a signature ponytail and some high-profile hosting gigs on Latin TV. He mixes impersonations into his stand-up show, which makes a stop in Reno at 8 p.m. at the Ballroom inside the Atlantis Resort Casino Spa, 3800 S. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 4. Tickets are $45 and $65. For details, call 775-825-4700 or visit atlantiscasino.com.

F-Rock Crew

The Pioneer Center Youth Programs shows continue with this dance group from Seattle that mixes and matches various styles of hip-hop dance in their show. The show is at 4 p.m. in the Underground Theater at the Pioneer Center, at the Pioneer Center, 100 S. Virginia St., Reno.

This free show is May 4. More details at pioneercenter.com.

Mad Caddies

With a new album just out, this ska-punk band from Cali is back playing shows. The touring opener, Bad Cop Bad Cop, is not to be missed — another California punk band that writes amazing songs and has a great stage presence. It takes place at 7 p.m. at The Ranch House, 906 Victorian Ave., Sparks.

The show is May 5. Tickets are $25. Details at facebook.com/30silverpresents.

The Monsters

Hailing from Switzerland, this band has been playing garage rock mixed with punk since the mid-1980s. They’ll play at 8 p.m. at Alturas Bar, 1044 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is May 5. Tickets are $12-$15. For details, call 775-324-5050 or visit facebook.com/alturasnv.

Surely Tempo

This group is from El Paso, Texas, and merges goth-influenced post-punk with surf guitars, all with a stage show that has been entertaining fans around the country. They will play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St., Reno.

The show is May 7. Tickets are $15-$18. Details: 775-742-1858 or visit hollandreno.org.

Agent Orange

The famed early punk band from the OC returns to town for this show, playing its biggest hits such as “Bloodstains” and “Living in Darkness.” They’ll play at 8 p.m. at Alturas Bar, 1044 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is May 8. Tickets are $20-$25. For details, call 775-324-5050 or visit facebook.com/alturasnv.

Joe Nichols

With a more traditional slant on country music, this singer/guitarist is known for songs such as “Brokenheartsville,” “Gimmie That Girl” and “Yeah.” He’ll play during this casino’s summer series at 7:30 p.m. at TJ’s Corral, Carson Valley Inn, 1627 Highway 395 North, Minden.

The show is May 10. Tickets are $25-$100. For details, call 775-782-9711 or carsonvalleyinn.com.

Derek Hough

Rescheduled from December, this show features a dancer that made a name for himself on the “Dancing with the Stars” TV show, where he won Emmy awards for the show’s choreography work and has been on its judges’ panel. He’ll perform at 8 p.m. at Reno Ballroom, 401 N. Center St., Reno.

The show is May 11. Tickets are $55-$85. For details, call 775-325-7401 or caesars.com/silver-legacy-reno.

Andre Nickatina

This popular Bay Area rapper will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of his album “Conversation with a Devil” during his latest tour, which makes a stop at 8 p.m. at Virginia St. Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 11. Tickets are $45. Details at renobrewhouse.com.

Marcus King

Balancing the worlds of Southern rock, folk and traditional blues, guitarist and singer King had both of his recent solo albums produced by Black Keys main man Dan Auerbach. He’ll play at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is May 11. Tickets range from $30-$60. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

OhGeesy

This hip-hop artist was a founder of the popular Shoreline Mafia collective. That group disbanded in 2020, and since then OhGessy has been recording and touring on his own, releasing an album with rapper Berner called “Trophies” this past December. He performs at 8 p.m. at Virginia St. Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 15. Tickets are $35. Details at renobrewhouse.com.

Celtic Woman

This Irish singing group became huge in America thanks to PBS specials and releases albums and tours the country regularly. Some of its most celebrated singers — including Mairead Carlin and Tara McNeill — are a part of the current lineup. They will play at 8 p.m. at Grande Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy Resort Casino, 407 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 17. Tickets are $45-$70. For details, call 775-325-7401 or caesars.com/silver-legacy-reno.

Dwight Yoakam

A popular act in the Reno-Tahoe area, this country-rock singer and songwriter from Los Angeles is back on his latest tour. He’ll play at 8 p.m. at Grande Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy Resort Casino, 407 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 18. Tickets are $75-$110. For details, call 775-325-7401 or caesars.com/silver-legacy-reno.

The Biggest Little Block Party in the World

This first-time event will feature electronic/dance music from local, regional and national DJ/artists performing near the Reno Arch. There also will be fire performers and live art installations as part of this block party. It all begins at 2 p.m. and goes until 10 p.m. at the Locomotion Plaza, 301 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The event is May 18. Tickets are $35-$75. Details at basscampfest.com.

Hippie Death Cult

Here’s a band that does what it says on the tin: psychedelic-meets-early-punk rock that’s a great throwback but still features modern loud rock elements. The Portland combo plays at 9 p.m. at Lo-Bar Social, 445 California Ave.

The show is May 21 and there is a $15 cover charge. Details at lobarsocial.com.

Rivers of Nihil

Skilled Reno drummer Jared Klein spends tons of his playing time as part of this progressive death metal band that’s actually based in Pennsylvania. It has earned accolades and a devoted following for albums such as “Where Owls Know My Name” and “The Work.” They play at 8 p.m. at Cargo, Whitney Peak Hotel, 255 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 22. Tickets are $20. For details, call 775-398-5400 or visit cargoreno.com.

Shaggy 2 Dope

Touring on his own, this member of Insane Clown Posse performs both solo material and the duo’s hits during his shows. He’ll play at 8 p.m. at The Bird, 555 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is May 22. Tickets are $25-$30. Details at lateniteproductions.com.

Repeller

Utah is home to this ace hardcore punk band, definitely in the more traditional and speedy style of that genre. They are in Reno for this show at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St., Reno.

The show is May 23. Tickets are $10. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Tanya Tucker

With a comeback that has included Grammy awards and the support of country/folk artist Brandi Carlisle, Tucker is continuing to release new records and take to the stage. She’s back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is May 24. Tickets are $65. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.

The Wallflowers

Jakob Dylan has transcended being known as one of Bob Dylan’s kids to become a well-respected rock artist with his own band. Among their best-known songs are “One Headlight,” “Sleepwalker” and “The Beautiful Side of Somewhere.” Dylan and Co. play at 7:30 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is May 25. Tickets are $50-$60. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.

Gipsy Kings

This Latin folk group popularized their style of acoustic music for a worldwide audience and were featured on hits such as “Bamboleo” and its cover of the Eagles’ “Hotel California” from the film “The Big Lebowski.” The group plays at 8 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is May 25. Tickets are $40-$75. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Aaron Watson

Texas-based Watson rose from the Red Dirt country scene in the ’00s to national fame with hits such as “Outta Style,” “Run Wild Horses” and “That Look.” He will perform at 7 p.m. at Hawkins Amphitheater, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road.

The show is May 25. Tickets are $45-$60. Details at facebook.com/30silverpresents.

Nikki Glaser

Glaser is following a pathway that other modern comedians are taking — success on the concert stage as well as in the podcast world. She’s back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. at the Showroom, Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort, 55 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is May 25. Tickets are $35-$95. For details, call 775-588-3515 or visit ballyslaketahoe.com.

Social Distortion

Known in the ’90s for crossing over from punk into alternative-rock success, this Southern Cali band led by singer/guitarist Mike Ness is still on the boards for this tour, with a new record due at some point this year. They will play at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is May 26. Tickets range from $35-$70. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Drowning Pool and Saliva

Two metal groups popular in the ’00s, Drowning Pool features most of its original lineup, with a former vocalist named Ryan McCombs returning to sing hits such as “Bodies” and “Feel Like I Do.” Saliva’s best-known songs include “Always” and “Ladies and Gentlemen.” It all begins at 8 p.m. at Virginia St. Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is May 26. Tickets are $28. Details at renobrewhouse.com.

Burning Spear

One of the greats of the ’70s wave of Jamaican reggae, this vocalist and songwriter (real name: Winston Rodney) still is touring around the world at age 79. He’ll perform at 8 p.m. at the Showroom, Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort, 55 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is May 26. Tickets are $50-$60. For details, call 775-588-3515 or visit ballyslaketahoe.com.

Schellraiser 2024

This festival of indie, alternative and Americana music in rural Nevada has become an international attraction in just a few short years. Headliners include We Are Scientists, Mercury Rev, Ladytron and the Raveonettes. It takes place starting at noon all three days at McGill Pool Park, 5535 N. McGill Highway, McGill.

The festival is May 30 through June 1. Tickets are $120 for each day and $220 for a three-day pass. Details at schellraiser.com.

Back Country Festival 2024

It's the return of this festival that features emerging country, folk and roots rock artists. The headliners this year are Justin Moore, Charles Wesley Godwin and Brent Cobb. Music starts at 11 a.m. each day at the festival site at Corley Ranch, 859 US Highway 395, Gardnerville.

The festival is May 31 to June 2. Day tickets are $99-$120. Three-day passes are $155-$225. Details at backcountryfest.com.

Skid Row

A metal band with a tumultuous relationship with lead singers, Skid Row has replaced its frontperson again on the eve of a late spring tour. Gone is Erik Gronwell, and in for now is quite the ringer — Halestorm singer Lzzy Hale. The show is at 8 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is May 31. Tickets are $50-$85. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Eliminate

This is the nom de plume for Nathan Merrill, a DJ/artist who mixes trap and dubstep styles in his music and remixes. He’ll perform at 10 p.m. at Dead Ringer Analog Bar, 432 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is May 31. Tickets are $19-$23. Details at facebook.com/drabreno.

Caifanes and Cafe Tacvba

Two of the most popular alternative rock bands in Mexico are hitting the road together for a big summer tour of the States. This team-up takes place at 8 p.m. at Reno Events Center, 400 University Way, Reno.

The show is June 1. Tickets are $40 to $90. For details, call 775-335-8800 or visit renoeventscenter.com.

Wand

This expressive, interesting indie-meets-psychedelic Los Angeles band has made Reno a consistent stop during its many rounds of touring. They are back again for this show at 8 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St., Reno.

The show is June 2. Tickets are $18-$20. Details: 775-742-1858 or visit hollandreno.org.

Tedeschi Trucks Band

Married couple Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks both play lead guitar in this 12-piece blues-and-roots-music band that has released five albums. The opener is the latest edition of the classic roots-rock band Little Feat. It all begins at 7 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is June 4. Tickets range from $55-$95. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Reno River Festival

This annual festival with rafting along the Truckee has expanded its brief beyond country or cover bands for the musical part of the event, with longtime melodic punk band The Ataris as a wonderfully surprising headliner. Country singer-songwriter Cannan Smith and cover group Decades are the other leaders of the lineups. Music begins at 4 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at Wingfield Park, 2 S. Arlington Ave.

The event is June 7-9, and three-day passes are $10, along with VIP and other options available. More details at renoriverfestival.com.

Switchfoot

Blending elements of classic and alternative rock, this San Diego group has been hitting stages and releasing music since the late ’90s. Their best-known songs include “Dare You to Move,” “Meant to Live” and “Stars.” They return to the area for this show at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is June 7. Tickets range from $30-$60. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Taylor Pierce

Hailing from Los Angeles (by way of Salt Lake City), this DJ/artist is one of the links in the current house music revival, writing and playing danceable beats that harken back to the ’90s and ’00s scenes. He’ll make his Reno debut at 10 p.m. at Dead Ringer Analog Bar, 432 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is June 7. Tickets are $15-$20. Details at facebook.com/drabreno.

Craig Ferguson

From talk-show host to standup comedian to best-selling author, Ferguson has been a hit in many entertainment worlds. He’s making a return to stages this summer, including this show at 8 p.m. in the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Tahoe, 15 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is June 8. Tickets are $50. For details, call 800-427-7247 or visit harrahstahoe.com.

Pentatonix

This a cappella group from Dallas, Texas, has become that style’s most popular artist, releasing albums regularly and becoming a huge attraction on the road. They are back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is June 8. Tickets range from $80-$130. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

High Desert Reggaefest

The arena season at this Sparks casino begins with a festival that features popular names in the rock-reggae field. It includes headliners Iration, Common Kings and The Expendables. It all begins at 3 p.m. at Nugget Event Center, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is June 8. Tickets are $85-$150. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Allen Stone

This singer-songwriter from Seattle mixes acoustic rock with soul and funk for a distinctive sound. He’ll release his sixth album sometime this year, but in the meantime he’s hitting the road for shows, including this one at 8 p.m. at Crystal Bay Club Casino, 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay.

The show is June 9. Tickets are $40-$5. For details, call 775-833-6333 or visit crystalbaycasino.com.

Destroy Boys

Led by guitarists Alexia Roditis and Violet Mayugba, this Sacramento band has earned a national following for its punk-of-all-styles approach. They perform at 7 p.m. at Cargo, Whitney Peak Hotel, 255 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is June 12. Tickets are $22-$25. For details, call 775-398-5400 or visit cargoreno.com.

Palm Tree Festival

A new name on the national fest scene, this one caters to fans of electronic and dance music and features acts such as Gryffin, Disco Lines and Drama. It takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, Harveys Lake Tahoe, 18 Highway 50.

The show is June 12. Tickets are $90. For details, call 800-342-7724 or harveystahoe.com.

Parliament-Funkadelic

Known for hits such as “(Not Just) Knee Deep,” “Flash Light” and “Give Up The Funk,” this George Clinton-led soul troupe puts on entertaining and deeply funky shows that encourage crowd booty-shaking from the whole crowd. It all begins at 8 p.m. at the Showroom, Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort, 55 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is June 13. Tickets are $60-$80. For details, call 775-588-3515 or visit ballyslaketahoe.com.

Jordan Davis

This Louisiana country artist has quickly become one of its brightest new talents. His best-known songs include “Slow Dance in a Parking Lot,” “Buy Dirt” and “What My World Spins Around.” Davis plays at 7 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, Harveys Lake Tahoe, 18 Highway 50.

The show is June 14. Tickets are $60 to $100. For details, call 800-342-7724 or harveystahoe.com.

Jeff Foxworthy

A popular sitcom was one of the steps to fame along the way for this comedian, who was part of the Blue Collar Comedy movement and still packs them into big venues to hear his Southern spin on humor. Foxworthy returns at 8 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is June 14. Tickets are $80-$120. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Nelly and Flo Rida

This double bill features two hip-hop artists that gained big pop-chart fame in the ‘00s. Nelly’s biggest hits include “Hot In Herre,” “Grillz” and “Just a Dream.” Flo Rida is best-known for “Low” “Whistle” and “Right Round.” They team up for this show at 7 p.m. in the Nugget Event Center, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is June 15. Tickets are $55-$130. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Phantasmal Abyss and HellHeart

As those names imply, these are two death or black metal influenced bands from California, building big followings for their sound through tours in the West. They will make a stop in Reno — with local openers Vakker, Bear Eater and Honor Bound — for this show at 7:30 p.m. at Alturas Bar, 1044 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is June 15 and there is a $10 cover charge. For details, call 775-324-5050 or visit facebook.com/alturasnv.

Aaron Lewis

In concert, this singer-songwriter plays acoustic-styled songs from his main band Staind like “It’s Been Awhile” and “Outside” as well as solo hits like “Country Boy” and “Sinner.” Both of Lewis’ shows begin at 7:30 p.m. at TJ’s Corral, Carson Valley Inn, 1627 Highway 395 North, Minden.

Shows are June 21 and 21. Tickets are $25-$100. For details, call 775-782-9711 or carsonvalleyinn.com.

Lake Tahoe is for Lovers 2024

This national touring festival put together by and featuring longtime emo-rock band Hawthorne Heights also features other bands such as The All American-Rejects, Movements, The Starting Line and Finch. It all begins at 1:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, Harveys Lake Tahoe, 18 Highway 50.

The show is June 22. Tickets are $70. For details, call 800-342-7724 or harveystahoe.com.

Lamont Landers

This soul-rock guitarist from Alabama became a TikTok sensation a few years ago with his homemade videos and now is touring the country with his own album releases. He’ll play at 8 p.m. at the Red Room, Crystal Bay Club Casino, 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay.

The show is June 22. Tickets are $15-$20. For details, call 775-833-6333 or visit crystalbaycasino.com.

D.I.

Part of the first generation of Los Angeles punk bands, this group still features Casey Royer as its lead singer. They are back in the area for this show at 7:30 p.m. at Alturas Bar, 1044 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is June 29. Tickets are $20-$25. For details, call 775-324-5050 or visit facebook.com/alturasnv.

Grace Potter

The Northern Nevada Night Skies series at Bartley Ranch continues with this roots-rock singer/songwriter. Her best-known songs include “Empty Heart,” “Paris (Ooh La La),” “Stars” and “Look What We’ve Become.” at 7:30 p.m. at Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road.

The show is June 30. Tickets are $50-$60. For details, call 775-828-6660 or visit facebook.com/30silverpresents.

Bart Budwig

If you favor diverse players in the acoustic music world, look no further than this Idaho singer/songwriter. Budwig adds doses of ’50-style jazz guitar, old-time country and classic soul to his style for a truly distinctive blend. He plays at 8 p.m. at Lo-Bar Social, 445 California Ave.

This free show is June 30. Details at lobarsocial.com.

Sumac

Known for taking progressive and death metal influences into intense avant-garde and noise territory, this group from the Pacific Northwest features members of the bands Isis and Russian Circles. Its latest album, “The Healer,” will be released in June. They’ll play this show in a way more intimate venue than their fans usually see: 8 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St., Reno.

The show is July 1. Tickets are $18-$20. Details: 775-742-1858 or visit hollandreno.org.

Glass Spells

Hailing from San Diego, this indie-pop duo uses synthesizers to have a retro yet modern sound for its danceable but catchy tunes. They play at 8 p.m. at The Ranch House, 906 Victorian Ave., Sparks.

The show is July 9. Tickets are $15. Details at facebook.com/30silverpresents.

Howie Mandel

From his current gig as a judge on “America’s Got Talent” to his beginnings as an actor and stand-up comic, Mandel has earned a loyal following that flocks to see his comedy. He’s back in the area for this show at 8 p.m. at the Showroom, Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort, 55 Highway 50, Stateline.

The show is July 12. Tickets are $40-$120. For details, call 775-588-3515 or visit ballyslaketahoe.com.

Ahmed Ahmed

This comedian and actor is known for his topical and also personal standup shows as well as TV and movie roles, including a recurring part in the sitcom “Sullivan and Son” in the ‘10s. He’ll perform two shows, both starting at 7 p.m., at the Celebrity Showroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

Shows are July 12 and 13. Tickets for each night are $20-$30. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

38 Special

Lead singer and guitarist Don Barnes is still fronting this Southern rock band that blends the boogie with melodic pop-rock. Its best-known songs include “Hold On Loosely,” “Back Where You Belong,” “Rockin’ Into The Night” and “Second Chance.” They’re back in town for this show at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is July 18. Tickets range from $35-$70. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Jewel and Melissa Etheridge

These two singer-songwriters are doing a theater tour together for this summer. Jewel’s biggest hits include “Hands,” “Standing Still” and “Foolish Games.” Etheridge’s best-known for songs such as “Come To My Window,” “Bring Me Some Water” and “I’m The Only One.” They’ll play at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is July 20. Tickets range from $50-$100. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Chris Young

Since the mid ’00s, this Tennessee singer has been building a following in country music with hits such as “Losing Sleep,” “The Man I Want To Be” and “I’m Coming Over.” He performs at 7 p.m. at the Nugget Event Center, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is July 20. Tickets are $25-$110. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Trace Adkins

With several movie and TV roles under his belt, this country singer from Louisiana has balanced this career with regular album releases and tours. His big hits include “No Thinkin’ Thing,” “Every Light in The House” and “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk.” He’s back in the area for this show at 7:30 p.m. at TJ’s Corral, Carson Valley Inn, 1627 Highway 395 North, Minden.

The show is July 25. Tickets are $25-$100. For details, call 775-782-9711 or carsonvalleyinn.com.

Samantha Fish

Blues, rock, funk and folk all mix in the music of this talented Kansas City, Missouri guitar player. Big on the traveling circuit since the ’10s, she’s back in the area at a kickoff party for the Gambler’s Run Music Festival. See Fish at 9 p.m. in the Crown Room at Crystal Bay Club Casino, 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay.

The show is July 25. Tickets are $30-$35. For details, call 775-833-6333 or visit crystalbaycasino.com.

Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers

With an excellent new album called “Deep Sea Vents,” Hornsby is continuing to bring jazz and even avant-garde touches to his piano-based roots rock. Live, he plays newer material as well as hits such as “The Way It Is” and “Mandolin Wind.” This tour will also feature a bunch of tunes from his album “Spirit Trail,” celebrating its 25th anniversary release this year. The band plays at 8 p.m. at the Grand Theater, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno.

The show is July 26. Tickets range from $30-$60. For details, call 775-789-1115 or visit grandsierraresort.com.

Gambler’s Run Music Festival

For its second year, this popular festival has kept its diverse vibe, with rock, folk, electronic/dance, blues, funk and jam-band sounds all a part of the mix. Headliners include The Wood Brothers, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Motet, Donavon Frankenreiter, and the duo of Jackie Greene and Karl Denson. It all begins at noon each day in the Crown Room at Crystal Bay Club Casino, 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay.

The festival is July 26-28. Single day tickets are $45-$65. A three-day pass is $145. For details, call 775-833-6333 or visit crystalbaycasino.com.

Green Jelly and the Convalescence

Sonically, these two bands — Green Jelly a punk-influenced hard rock band, The Convalescence a death-metal-meets-prog combo — have zero in common. But visually, they each do theatrical shows that are actually a smart touring package (for open-minded fans of either band, at least). It all begins at 8 p.m. at Virginia St. Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St., Reno.

The show is July 28. Tickets are $20. Details at renobrewhouse.com.

The Writhers

San Diego is a beach-happy often sunny place — but not for the Writhers. This band from that locale mixes several different styles of punk and straightforward rock for its shock-and-horror themed music. They headline a packed bill of similarly dark-edged touring and local bands starting at 7 p.m. at Alturas Bar, 1044 E. 4th St., Reno.

The show is March 30 and there is a $10 cover. For details, call 775-324-5050 or visit facebook.com/alturasnv.

Shinedown

This band that mixes alternative and harder rock elements gets a venue upgrade in Reno-Sparks for its latest tour. The Florida band has been a big feature of modern rock radio, with hits such as “Sound of Madness,” “Cut the Cord” and “Monsters.” They return for this show at 7 p.m., Nugget Event Center, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks.

The show is July 27. Tickets are $50-$130. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit nuggetcasinoresort.com.

Bass Camp Festival VII

This two-day event returns for a variety of styles in dance and electronic music. Headliners on Saturday include Gigantic Nightmare, Kill Safari, Marten Horger, San Holo and Wax Motif, while Sunday is headlined by Zeds Dead, Bear Grillz, Herobust, Joyryde and What So Not. Music starts at 3 p.m. both days at Wingfield Park, 2 S. Arlington Ave., Reno.

The festival is July 27 and 28. Tickets are $130 for single days or $210 for a two-day pass. Details at basscampfest.com.

World Worst

Yes, the name is goofy, but hear me out on this Utah band with the self-esteem issues. It’s clearly ironic, as this group plays punk-influenced indie at its most energetic, catchy and vibrant, at least among many others keeping this genre alive. They play at 7 p.m. at Lo-Bar Social, 445 California Ave., Reno.

This free show is July 28. Details at lobarsocial.com.

Boney James

One of the leaders in the smooth jazz movement, this sax player plays that genre’s blend of melodic jazz and dance-inducing R&B. He’ll play at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Signature Series at Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe NV State Park, 2005 Highway 28, Incline Village.

The show is July 30. Tickets are $45-$160. Details at laketahoeshakespeare.com.

This article originally appeared on Reno Gazette Journal: Reno-Tahoe shows, now through July: Aaron Lewis, Gipsy Kings, Parliament-Funkadelic and more