Thursday Taylor Carson. Music in the style of the Dave Matthews Band and Virginia Coalition includes rich lyrics. With Jonathan Mudd. Details: $12; 8:30 p.m., Iota, 2832 Wilson Ave., Arlington; iotaclubandcafe.com
Friday
Dashboard Confessional. Touring behind “The Swiss Army Romance” as part of the band’s 10-year anniversary. Details: Sold Out at press time but tickets may be available from re-sellers; 7 p.m., Recher Theatre, York Road, Towson, Md.; ticketmaster.com
Saturday
Carbon Leaf. If you missed the rootsy rockers recent D.C.-area show, you can still see them in the region. Details: $29.50; 4:30 p.m. (all ages), 8:30 p.m. (21+), Saturday; 8 p.m. Sunday (21+); and 8 p.m. Monday (21 +); Rams Head on Stage, 33 West St., Annapolis; ramsheadonstage.com
Sunday
Badly Drawn Boy. The British alt music singer/songwriter tours behind “It’s What I’m Thinking Pt. 1 – Photographing Snowflakes.” With Justin James. Details: $29.50; 7:30 p.m., (Friday and tonight), The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; ticketmaster.com
