Concerts: This Week in D.C.

After the sheer numbers of great shows that graced the city last week, this week is bound to be a let down for D.C.-area concert fans, even more so now that The Decemberists have cancelled their tour, including four, count 'em, four shows at the 9:30 Club that were scheduled to start later this week. I wonder if the club will be able to book other shows to replace them or if it will be dark during those days.

I'll be taking it fairly easy this week. On my plate: The Police, Superdrag and Bright Eyes along with the Wizards v. Nuggets game on Friday.

Monday:
> Rogue Wave @ Black Cat
> The Police @ Verizon Center

Tuesday:
> Menomena w/ Illinois @ Black Cat

Wednesday:

> Olivia Mancini & The Housemates @ DC9
[MP3] Olivia Mancini & the Housemates | I Wouldn't Worry

> Dr. Dog @ DC9
[MP3] Dr. Dog | Ain't It Strange
[MP3] Dr. Dog | Worst Trip

Thursday:

> Sia @ 930 Club (early)
> Superdrag @ 930 (late)
> Peelander Z w/ The City Veins @ DC9
> Juliette & The Licks w/ Scissors for Lefty | Ghetto Ways
[MP3] Scissors for Lefty | Lay Down Your Weapons

Friday:
> White Rabbits w/ Via Audio and Bellman Barker @ DC9

Saturday:
> Mousetrap @ Black Cat

Sunday:
> Bright Eyes w/ the Felice Brothers & Nik Freitas
[MP3] Nick Fretias | Sun Down
[MP3] Nick Fretias | Come To Me