Live music in Columbia and the Midlands, beginning Nov. 2
Jesse Royal
After previous popular mixtapes, this up-and-coming reggae musician released his official debut album, “Lily of Da Valley,” in October. His sound mixes traditional reggae with some pop influence, showcasing the versatility of the genre.
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St., West Columbia. $15 in advance; $17, day of. www.newbrooklandtavern.com
Other concerts around town
Jon Bellion: This pop singer and songwriter mixes elements of pop, electronic and hip-hop. With Blaque Keyz and Travis Mendes. 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at Music Farm, 1022 Senate St. $27.50-$30. www.musicfarm.com
Portrayal of Guilt: Emoviolence and punk band from Austin, Texas, mixing screamo and post-hardcore. With local fury punk band Abacus and punk band Majority Rule on their reunion tour. 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St., West Columbia. $8, over 21; $10, under 21. www.newbrooklandtavern.com
Bonnie Jones with the USC Experimental Music Workshop: A night of interesting sounds as improvising musician, poet and performer Bonnie Jones, leads the ensemble in “Sounding Points of Light,” for light-controlled synthesizers, along with a solo set and the premier of David Kirkland Garner’s “passage Baptiste” for winds, percussion and smartphone chorus. 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at Tapp’s Arts Center, 1644 Main St. $8; $5 with student ID. www.tappsartscenter.com
Helms Alee: This heavy yet versatile rock group blends elements of metal and math rock, with a touch of gloom and sludge. With Garrow and Vacation State. 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St., West Columbia. $10 in advance. www.newbrooklandtavern.com
Skymonk: Local indie alternative band, blending different rock genres and guitar-driven hooks. With The Prevalent and Todd Mathis & His Only Friends Left. 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Art Bar, 1211 Park St. $5. www.artbarsc.com
Glass Mansions: This alt-pop group is embarking on a tour for their newest single, “Just Friends,” which they describe as a song about one’s demons and personal relationship with misery. With Trey Flake show and DJ set. 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Group Therapy, 2107 Greene St. Free. Ages 21 and up only.