Live music in Austin: Kendrick Lamar, James Taylor, David Garza, George Clinton and more

Here are our top picks for live music events in the Austin area July 21-27.

Thursday: Kendrick Lamar at Moody Center

The second show of hip-hop sensation Lamar’s summer tour supporting his new album, “Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers,” is here in Austin, with opening acts Baby Keem and Tanna Leone. “Mr. Morale” is Lamar’s first album in five years; his last, 2017’s “Damn,” won not only a Grammy but also the Pulitzer Prize for music, the first record that was not classical or jazz to do so. “Mr. Morale” is his third straight album to debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s album chart, following “Damn” and his 2015 breakthrough, “To Pimp a Butterfly.” $79-$494. 7:30 p.m. moodycenteratx.com.

Thursday: 'Austin Con Uvalde' at Antone’s

The recent school shooting in Uvalde hit all Texans hard. Members of Austin’s Latin music community organized this “Austin Con Uvalde” concert to raise funds for MAS Cultura, which “will provide support to Uvalde through a direct-impact model approach of healing and support through culturally relevant programming and distribution of resources,” according to a statement from the Austin-based nonprofit. Performers include Kiko Villamizar, Ruben Ramos, Vallejo with Del Castillo, Iram Reyes, Lesly Reynaga, Susan Torres, Chris “Tejano Man” Tristan, Manolo Black, Chorizo Funk, Trucha Soul and DJ Kick It. $15. 7 p.m. antonesnightclub.com.

Thursday: The Drop-In with David Garza at Long Center Lawn

A familiar name in Austin since his college band Twang Twang Shock-A-Boom became an instant sensation in 1990, Garza now lives in Los Angeles, where he’s been a key collaborator with Fiona Apple in recent years. He also turns up in some surprising places: He had an early hand in the development of Dripping Springs country band Midland, for example. But his most lasting contribution remains his own music, and so it’s nice to see him back in town to take part in this summer series of outdoor music. 8 p.m. Free with RSVP at longcenter.org.

More:Our 2020 interview with David Garza

Thursday-Sunday: RippleFest at Far Out Lounge

It’s hotter than July out there, even in the middle of July, but that won’t stop a cavalcade of noise from rattling across the spacious outdoor spread at Far Out Lounge for this four-day, all-ages smorgasbord of metal-tinged mayhem. Fifty-plus bands will perform, including notable national headliner Eagles of Death Metal, top-tier local metal group the Sword and former Butthole Surfers member J.D. Pinkus. Tickets range from $188 for a 4-day pass to $100-$133 for single-day entry. Doors are at 6 p.m. Thursday-Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. thefaroutaustin.com.

Friday: James Taylor at Moody Center

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Check. Presidential Medal of Freedom? Check. Grammy MusiCares Person of the Year? Check. There’s not much Taylor hasn’t done in his 50-plus-year career, but he’s still making records, winning a traditional pop vocal Grammy for his 2020 album “American Standards.” That one featured material from 20th-century masters such as Henry Mancini and Rodgers & Hammerstein, but expect this show to be filled with many of Taylor’s own American standards, from “Fire and Rain” to “Sweet Baby James” to “Carolina in My Mind.” $59-$654. 8 p.m. moodycenteratx.com.

More:Our review of James Taylor's 2015 "Austin City Limits" taping

Saturday: George Clinton’s 'One Nation Under a Groove' Tour at Haute Spot

A formative figure in funk music since the heyday of his 1970s bands Parliament and Funkadelic, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Clinton is billing this summer jaunt as his farewell tour. Whether that actually proves to be the case remains to be seen, but one thing for certain is that Clinton turns 81 on Friday, so this show offers a chance to help him celebrate. In addition to his legendary P-Funk ensemble, the lineup features Blu Eye Extinction, the Motet, Soul Rebels and Pimps of Joytime. $54-$109. 6 p.m. hautespot.live.

Monday: Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, Julien Baker at Waterloo Park

Van Etten and Olsen seem a natural tour pairing on the heels of last year’s attention-getting collaborative single, “Like I Used To,” which underscored their credentials as two of indie rock’s most compelling singer-songwriters. Both recently released new solo records: Van Etten’s “We've Been Going About This All Wrong” came out in May, with Olsen’s “Big Time” following in June. Baker, a bit younger than her peers at 26, issued her third solo album, “Little Oblivions,” last year, but may be best known for her role in the indie supergroup Boygenius with Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus. Also on the bill is Quinn Christopherson. $34-$148. 6 p.m. waterloogreenway.org.

More:Our review of Sharon Van Etten's 2019 "Austin City Limits" taping

Wednesday: Caramelo Haze Live Debut with Peligrosa at 3Ten

Released last month, “NoEstásAquí” is the first record from Caramelo Haze, a new collective that includes members of notable Austin Latin acts Grupo Fantasma, Brownout and Money Chicha. The album came out on Nacional Records, a renowned Los Angeles independent label that focuses on left-of-center Latin music. Also on the bill are local DJ collective Peligrosa and Chicago singer-songwriter Lester Rey. $13.50-$15. 8:30 p.m. 3tenaustin.com.

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