Brian McCollum's big gigs

A left-field hit when he emerged during the mid-'00s, this singer-songwriter has built a sustainable career with a smart, well-groomed fusion of coffeehouse soul, front-porch blues and melodic pop. He takes a spare approach on this tour, backed by just keyboard and bass. Opening is true-blue country-folk singer Tift Merritt. 8 p.m., the Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor. 734-761-1451. $25, $32.

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