The official end of summer has passed, but the music continues to heat up. Don’t miss some of these top acts this weekend.
Thursday Todd Rundgren. The legendary singer, songwriter and producer will perform “A Wizard, A True Star” in its entirety. Presented by Birchmere. Details: $69.50 to $125. 8 p.m. Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
Akron/Family. Take a drive to Charm City and check out this band’s nu-jazz, J-pop and lyrical music that’s built quite the buzz. Details: $15. Sonar, 407 E. Saratoga St., Baltimore. 410-327-8333; sonarbaltimore.com
Friday Toby Keith. Rowdies, beware. This acclaimed country music singer, songwriter and producer, who is known for throwing malcontents out of his shows, is back with his award-winning music. With Trace Adkins. Details: 7:30 p.m. Nissan Pavilion, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, Va. ticketmaster.com
Saturday Jamie Foxx. The R&B singer, who was host of the recent BET Awards, is on the “Blame It!” tour behind last year’s “Intuition” album. Details: $42.75 to $89.75. 5:30 p.m. doors. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, Md. ticketmaster.com
Sunday ZZ Top. The tour with Aerosmith ended early, but that means you can check out ZZ Top playing rare gigs at smaller venues. Details: $75. 7 p.m. (shows Sunday and Monday). 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW. 930.com
The Proclaimers. The Scottish twin brothers, perhaps best know for “I’m Gonna Be (I Would Walk 500 Miles),” are touring behind their latest rock release. With local singer and songwriter Laura Tsaggaris. Details: $25. 7:30 p.m. The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria. ticketmaster.com
Sara Bettens. K’s Choice’s acclaimed singer and songwriter tours behind her own release. With Jackie Stem. Details: $15. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. East, Vienna, Va. 703-255-1566; jamminjava.com
