Concerts

* Aug. 27, 28

Jessica Simpson, 8:30 p.m., Fallsview Casino. Doors 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $70. 1-877-833-3110, ticketmaster.ca

* Aug. 29

Korean-Canadian Cultural Association world music concert, celebrating the 60th anniversary of Korean independence, 8 p.m., Dofasco Centre for the Arts, 190 King William St. $15, $20 at the door. 905-631-9686

* Aug. 31

Valerie Tryon: Renowned pianist plays at Fieldcote in Ancaster, 64 Sulphur Springs Rd., 7 p.m. Joined by members of the Steeltown Symphony playing the Intermezzo from Cavalleria usticanna by Pietro Mascagni, as well as Mozart. Bring a lawn chair.

* Sept. 5

The 5th Dimension, featuring original member Florence LaRue, 9 p.m., Sept. 5 and 6, Fallsview Casino. Doors 8 p.m. Tickets start at $20. 1-877-833-3110, ticketmaster.ca

Gone To The Dogs fundraiser for Hamilton/Burlington SPCA, featuring Rob Lamothe, Lisa Winn, Mike Trebilcock, Kim Koren and more, 6 p.m., Pepper Jack Cafe. $10

* Sept. 8 to 14

Twist and Shout, featuring the music of the Beatles, Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, the Supremes, Rolling Stones, the Temptations and more, Fallsview Casino. Call for showtimes. Tickets start at $20. 1-877-833-3110, ticketmaster.ca

* Sept. 12

The Spitfire Band/Lancaster Gala: A black-tie big-band dinner and dance, 7 p.m., featuring the Spitfire Band celebrating the 20th year of flight by Hamilton's Avro Lancaster at Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, Hamilton International Airport. Some tickets remaining. $100, $75 seniors. 905-679-4183, warplane.com

Clubs

Thursday

* Bluemoon Lounge, Burlington: Jaret Coop, guests

* Carrigan Arms, Burlington: Open Jam with James Anthony, 8 p.m.

* Casbah Lounge: Jacob Moon, Jodi King, 7:30 p.m.

* Cat 'n' Fiddle: Brian Griffith, J.P. Riemens

* Corktown: King Clancy

* Jam Rock: Sharon Musgrave and Friends

* Pepper Jack Cafe: Misfit Juggernauts

* Star Lounge: DJ Jones and The Perfect Note

* 2020 Lakeside: Humm

* Whiskey Joe's: Detour

Friday

* Boston Manor: The Doorsmen

* Bluemoon Lounge, Burlington: Martian Rebel

* Casbah: Sons Of Butcher, Partytank, 8 p.m.

* Club Absinthe: Dean Lickyer tour fundraiser

* Coach and Lantern: Brad Cardl

* Corktown: East Coast Kitchen Party

* 1505 North Restaurant and Lounge: "2B1" Rudy and Ester (and Saturday)

* Gladstone Tavern: George Belmore (and Saturday)

* Slye Fox Pub: Chris Chambers

* Star Lounge: Wylde Smoke

* Thirsty Cactus, Dundas: Rising The Roof fundraiser, 7 p.m.

* Three 16 Lounge: Steve Parton, 9 p.m.

* 2020 Lakeside Restaurant: Dirty Little Swing Thing (and Saturday)

* Whiskey Joe's: Juice Box

* Whistling Walrus: Dufus (NYC), The Battleship Ethel

Saturday

* Bluemoon Lounge, Burlington: St. Alvia Cartel

* Boston Manor: Redline Run, 60s music

* Casbah: Parongyx Presents, 8:30 p.m.

* Club Absinthe: Boys Of Thunder, Dark Pearl, Playmaker, The Undercovers

* Coach and Lantern: Ryan Vivian, Mike Lumsden

* Lionshead: The Responsibles

* Sabawoon Bazaar, Pier 8: Hamilton Youth Steel Drum Orchestra

* Sly Fox: The Duo

* West Town Bar and Grill: Joel Guenther and friends

* Whiskey Joe's: 1989

Sunday

* Doors Pub: Jelly and Reg's Cafe Open Jam

* Thirsty Cactus, Dundas: Semi Tone, 2 p.m.

* Whiskey Joe's: Open Jam

Monday

* Pepper Jack Cafe: Scott Cook, Open Stage

Tuesday

* Doors Pub: Ryan and Nigel's Jam

* Lezley's Chaps, Burlington: Judy Marsales

* West Town Bar and Grill: Songwriters showcase with Paul Riemens, 8 p.m.

Wednesday

* Bluemoon, Burlington: Songwriters Showcase Open Jam

* Doors Pub: Ania and Jeff's Jam

* Jack Astors, Burlington: Semi Tone, 8 p.m.

* Pepper Jack Cafe: Billy Manzik

Friday

* Brownies After Dark, Tapas Bar: Ron Palangio jazz guitar, 7 p.m.

* Mustard Festival, Main Stage: The Harold Namaro Dixieland Jazz Band, 4 p.m.; The Henry Strong Band, 6 p.m.; Jessie O'Brien Band, 8 p.m.; Rosanne Agasee, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday

* Brownies After Dark, Tapas Bar: Jazz musicians, 7 p.m.

* Mustard Festival, Main Stage: Kirwin and Roger, Ventriloquist Champions, 2 p.m.; Sharon Musgrave Soul Jazz Quartet, 4 p.m.; The Jumpin' Jive Band, 6 p.m.; CaneFire, 8 p.m.; The Toronto All-Star Big Band, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday

* Cat 'n' Fiddle: Jazz Trio

* Mustard Festival, Main Stage: The Garborators Kid Show, 2 p.m.; Southern Comfort Dixieland Jazz Band, 4 p.m.; Paul Benton Jazz Trio, 6 p.m.; Susan Wylde Band, 8 p.m.; Jack de Keyzer Band, 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday

* Cat 'n' Fiddle: Steve Collett

* Corktown: Darcy Hepner, 8 p.m.

Comedy

Thursday

* Doors Pub: Open mike and standup comedy

Friday

* Yuk Yuk's, Airport Inn, 9 p.m.

* Club 54: Mike George, 8 p.m.

Saturday

* Yuk Yuk's, Airport Inn, 8 and 10:30 p.m.

Deadline for submissions to this listing is 1 p.m. on FRIDAY before the next week's publication. E-mail citylife@thespec.com. Call the 24-hour Club Line at 905-526-3318 or fax us at 905-521-8986.