Well, its Christmas week, which means there aren't a lot of artists headed through the Valley in these next few days. But the locals are out and about, so if you do need to escape the family, hopefully, this guide can help.

Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat World and Robin Vining co-headline a Very Crescent Christmas with Gospel Claws, Cherie Cherie and Hands on Fire. The show is presented by Mondo Twang Podcast, a local podcast you should definitely check out if you haven’t yet.

Details: 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23. Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Ave., Phoenix. $10; $8 in advance. 602-716-2222.