Today’s Best Bets: 06-06-08

Little Francis, Nick Light, Band of Annuals
9 p.m., 40 Watt

Local act Little Francis plays bluesy roots music inspired by ’50s rock ‘n’ roll and church music. Local musician Light plays indie folk inspired by Neutral Milk Hotel, Elliott Smith and David Dondero. At the age of 19, Light already has released two albums, 2005’s “The Absent Parade” and 2007’s “The World Forgetting by the World Forgot.” Band of Annuals is a six-piece alt-country band from Salt Lake City with a warm sound supplied by a wurlitzer and pedal steel guitar. Tickets are $5-$7. - Trisha Klein

Eli Carlan Band
9 p.m., Alibi Lounge

This classic rock trio from Commerce has been playing throughout North Georgia for 12 years. Consisting of Eli Carlan on lead and slide guitar, Steve Murray on bass and Mike Traynor on drums, the band’s sound incorporates elements of blues and jam band rock. - Trisha Klein

Gro-Conscious
9 p.m., Georgia Theatre

Socially conscious, local reggae ensemble Dubconscious will collaborate live with Grogus, a local Latin Jazz ensemble. Atlanta’s dub act King Rat will open. Tickets are $10. - Trisha Klein