There are all kinds of local bands out there – plus plenty of nationally known ones – that are looking for fan support this weekend. Check out some of these great musicians:
Friday Ruben Studdard: The American Idol winner/Grammy award-nominated singer brings his R&B/pop style to town.
Details: 6 p.m.; Zanzibar, 700 Water St. NW; $25 to $50; ticketmaster.com
Saturday George Strait: The Grammy Award-winning “King of Country” has Blake Shelton and Julianne Hough on the bill.
Details: 7:30 p.m.; Nissan Pavilion, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, Va.; 703-754-6400; livenation.com
Cerca Trova CD Release Show: This Chantilly band has just cut a CD and want you to listen.
Details: 6:30 p.m.; with Jealousy Curve; Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna; $10/$12; 703-255-1566; jamminjava.com
Dr. Ralph Stanley and his Clinch Mountain Boys brings country sound straight from The Carter Family’s home base.
Details: $35; 7:30 p.m.; Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; 202-397-SEAT; www.ticketmaster.com
Sunday No Doubt: The California rockers fronted by Gwen Stefani are back together and working on new music. Details: with Paramore; 7 p.m.; Nissan Pavilion 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, Va.; 703-754-6400; livenation.com
