FRIDAY
Gavin DeGraw, Matt Nathanson
The Concerts in the Garden summer series continues with the relaxed styles of singer-songwriters Gavin DeGraw and Matt Nathanson. DeGraw debuted in 2003 with his hit song “I Don’t Want to Be,” which has since gone twice-platinum. His fifth and most recent studio album, “Make a Move,” was released last October. Nathanson began his music career in 1993 and is best known for his platinum-selling single “Come on Get Higher” from his 2008 album “Some Made Hope.”
6:30 p.m. Aug. 1. $59.50 (members), $61.50 (general public). Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 1-877-725-8849, ticketalternative.com.
SATURDAY
Chris Botti and Will Downing
Grammy Award-winning instrumental artist Chris Botti has a following in both the pop and jazz audiences. His latest album, “Impressions,” won the Grammy for best pop instrumental album and included covers of R. Kelly’s “You Are Not Alone” and George Gershwin’s “Summertime.” He will share the stage with contemporary jazz and R&B singer Will Downing. Known for his rich baritone, Downing recently released his 17th album, “Euphoria”
7:30 p.m. Aug. 2. $29.50 (lawn) to $297 (table for six). Chastain Park Amphitheatre, 4469 Stella Drive N.W., Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
Tank and Ginuwine
The Affordable Old School Concert Series continues with Tank, Ginuwine, Chubb Rock, and Case and RL of Next. Concertgoers are encouraged to wear all white. One of the T’s (Tyrese) will be missing from the former trio of TGT, but perhaps Tank and Ginuwine, who both have solo careers, will get together for an “I Need” duet. The R&B continues with Case and RL of the 1990s group Next, and early ’90s rapper Chubb Rock, known for “Treat ’Em Right” and “Just the Two of Us,” will mix it up. Comedian Ronnie Jordan is the host.
7 p.m. Aug. 2. $25-$85. Wolf Creek Amphitheater, 3025 Merk Road S.W., Atlanta. 1-877-725-8849, ticketalternative.com.
Arrival: Music of ABBA
Arrival, an ABBA tribute band, was founded by Vicky Zetterberg in 1995 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Get ready to dance and sing along to you favorite ABBA songs, from “Dancing Queen” to “Lay All Your Love on Me.” The popular band works together with Owe Sandstrom, original designer of ABBA’s stage clothes, to re-create the legendary Swedish group’s classics.
8 p.m. Aug. 2. $40 (lawn) to $600 (table for six). No lawn chairs, cameras or umbrellas allowed. Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. 1-877-725-8849, ticketalternative.com.
Blues Traveler, Sugar Ray
Blues Traveler tops this Under the Sun tour stop. The lineup also features Sugar Ray, the Southern California ’90s pop-rockers, fronted by Mark McGrath, who's also a part-time television host ("Extra," "Killer Karaoke"). Filling out the bill are Uncle Kracker and Smash Mouth.
7:30 p.m. Aug. 2. $19.50-$89.50. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
SUNDAY
Phish
This band’s four members — Trey Anastasio, Mike Gordon, Jon Fishman and Page McConnell — performed together for more than 20 years before going on hiatus in 2004. They returned in 2009 and are still known for their musical improvisation and blending of rock, jazz, funk and bluegrass. Phish’s 12th and most recent studio album, “Fuego,” was released this year.
7:30 p.m. Aug. 3. $45-$60. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
TUESDAY
James Taylor
Singer, songwriter, guitarist and five-time Grammy Award winner Taylor broke through in 1970 with his smash hit single “Fire and Rain,” followed by “You’ve Got a Friend.” Taylor’s career has covered 40 singles and 16 studio albums, including “Sweet Baby James,” “One Man Dog” and “JT.” In 2000, Taylor was inducted into the Rock and Roll and Songwriters halls of fame.
8 p.m. Aug. 5. $35-$125. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
Mayhem Festival Tour
Metal fans, get ready for the annual summer Mayhem Festival Tour. Four stages hold a total of 20 bands, with Avenged Sevenfold and Korn headlining. Asking Alexandria and Trivium also take the main stage while Suicide Silence and Cannibal Corpse rock out on another stage. Other bands on the head-banging bill include Darkest Hour, Wretched and Body Count featuring Ice-T.
1 p.m. Aug. 5. $29.50-$79.50. Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood, 2002 Lakewood Ave. S.E., Atlanta. 404-443-5090, livenation.com.
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