Skipper's has a reputation for bringing in some of the finest acts in reggae and roots music. Tuesday's show is no exception when American roots reggae players, Groundation, bring their skills in dub and jazz to the outdoor stage. With a plethora of members and an assemblage of instruments including jazzy, funk-inspired horns, Latin and African themed rhythms and soulful harmonics and vocals, Groundation's international and worldly flavor will swell nicely within the confines of the Smokehouse

Jam bands are an acquired taste much like a bitter IPA. Oddly enough, the patrons that seek out the "bands that jam" often pull back bitter microbrews like it's nobody's business. The Wood Brothers are Chris and Oliver, originally from Boulder, Colorado. When Oliver moved to Atlanta to develop his taste for blues and southern soul, Chris headed to New York City to play jazz and rock and roll. Chris eventually became one-third of the famous Medeski, Martin and Wood. Now, the two have joined forces and the Wood Brothers have found a happy medium with their own Americana roots music with touches of blues, folk and rock. Check out the pair this Wednesday at The Orpheum.

They've been building up a steady following on the local circuit and this Thursday will mark their inception as Tampa's newest favorites on the scene. Sons Of Hippies will release their sophomore effort, A-Morph and the while the Sarasota experimental/psychedelic rock band will have a few Album Release events around the bay area, when it comes to A.R.P.'s, the standard is the patio.

One of the forefathers in Progressive House will get behind the booth at The Kennedy this week. England's John Digweed has been mixing since he was 13 and in the 90's, he established his name in the industry, alongside another pioneer of house music(Sasha), during his monthly residence at New York's Twilo. Three and Brian Busto will also get up on the decks.

Uber experimental sound artists, Young Egypt will perform at Mojo Books and Music this weekend. Other acts in the genre that are featured on the bill include Diamond Man, Dark Sea Of Awareness, Ant Parade and AttachedHands.

Austin-based, The Strange Boys, will play their American rock and roll on the New World patio this Saturday. The group incorporates various elements in their music including country, garage rock, punk, blues and even R&B. They are regulars at South By Southwest and their "back to the basics" rock style has earned them praise in blogland

The twin darlings of indie rock will perform at the UCF Arena to end the weekend where they will be in a supporting role to the pop-emo band, Paramore. The tour is sponsored by Honda Civic and of course there are some prizes to win including a 2010 Civic SI and even a fixed gear bike. We'd drop the link for you but we know you guys can google. Keep in mind, by sending in your contact information you'll be more likely to get a pre-approved loan than a free fixie.