Put these shows on this weekend’s must-see list:
Thursday
Yarn. The Brooklyn-based Americana-county-roots band was on the 2009 Grammy Awards ballot. Details: $6; The Red and the Black, 1212 H St. NE; 202-399-3201; redandblackbar.com
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Friday
Jonatha Brooke. This influential singer-songwriter merges elements of pop, folk and rock with timeless lyrics. With Lori McKenna. Details: $27.50; 7:30 p.m.; The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; ticketmaster.com
Saturday
The Dan Band. Check out the classic comedy band that is a favorite of Steven Spielberg. Details: $25; 8 p.m.; 9:30, 815 V St. NW; 930.com
Sunday
Army of Me. An acoustic show with one of the area’s favorite indie bands. With Colleen McCarron and Audra Mae. Details: $10 advance, $13 day of show; 7 p.m.; Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna; 703-255-1566; jamminjava.com
– Nancy Dunham
