FRIDAY
Train
While the California band behind such inescapable hits as “Hey, Soul Sister” and “Drops of Jupiter” is struggling to hit a home run with its latest album, “Bulletproof Picasso,” Train frontman Pat Monahan said the plan is to play about seven songs from “Bulletproof” at each show. If Atlanta fans are lucky, perhaps the band also will break out its killer cover of Aerosmith’s “Dream On.”
With the Fray and Matt Nathanson. 7 p.m. June 5. $29.50-$79.50. Aaron's Amphitheatre at Lakewood, 2002 Lakewood Way, Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, livenation.com.
Lou Gramm
The “voice of Foreigner” will take the stage with an orchestra guest-conducted by Brent Havens. In 2003, after leaving the rock band that produced such classic rock staples as “Jukebox Hero,” “Urgent,” “Double Vision” and the definitive prom theme of the ’80s, “Waiting for a Girl Like You,” Gramm formed the Lou Gramm Band. He released a Christian album in 2009 and three years ago changed the group’s name to the more obvious Lou Gramm the Voice of Foreigner. In 2013, Gramm released his autobiography, “Juke Box Hero: My Five Decades in Rock ’n’ Roll.”
8 p.m. June 5. $19.50-$65.50. Chastain Park Amphitheatre, 4469 Stella Drive N.W., Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
SATURDAY
New Kids on the Block
Although NKOTB are the rightful headliners of this nostalgia blast, the homecoming of Atlanta’s TLC is what will pique the interest of many local fans. In a recent interview with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, TLC’s Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas said of her and Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins’ tour mates, “They have crazy hits and we share that same thing. Once you have surpassed a certain number of sales, we’re all sharing the same fans.”
With TLC and Nelly. 7 p.m. June 6. $29.50-$105. Philips Arena, 1 Philips Drive, Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
Al Jarreau
The silky voice behind such timeless R&B-jazz gems as “We’re in This Love Together,” “So Good” and the theme from “Moonlighting,” Jarreau last year released the tribute album “My Old Friend: Celebrating George Duke.”
8 p.m. June 6. $45-$100. Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. 1-877-725-8849, ticketalternative.com.
Third Day
Atlanta Christian radio station 104.7 the Fish wrangled a top-notch lineup for its Fish Fest gathering, headlined by Marietta-based Third Day. The band lost longtime bassist Tai Anderson earlier this year when he departed to focus on his family, but Third Day forged ahead with the new worship album “Lead Us Back” and this tour, dubbed Soul on Fire.
With Matt Maher, Brandon Heath, Colton Dixon and Josh Wilson. 7 p.m. June 6. $10.47-$75. Gwinnett Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. 1-888-929-7849, gwinnettcenter.com.
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
It wouldn’t feel like summer without a visit from Maze and its iconic frontman. Since the early ’70s, when Beverly toured with his early band Raw Soul and later changed the name at the urging of Marvin Gaye, the melding of R&B, soul and funk that emanates off the stage has transported audiences. A faithful following will be on hand to get “Back in Stride” with the crew this weekend.
With Brian McKnight. 7 p.m. June 6. $49.75-$125. 75. Chastain Park Amphitheatre, 4469 Stella Drive N.W., Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com.
WEDNESDAY
Charli XCX
The English singer-songwriter born Charlotte Emma Aitchison initially came to be recognized for co-writing Icona Pop's sassy 2012 hit, "I Love It." Then came the chorus of Iggy Azalea's "Fancy," which Charli XCX elevated from a catchy phrase to an insta-karaoke earworm. She followed that with the Top 10 hit "Boom Clap," and now we have a star on the rise. Charli XCX will hit the road later this summer with Jack Antonoff of Bleachers and fun. fame, but first will entertain the crowd at Turner Field after the Braves take on the San Diego Padres.
Post-game concert June 10. Free with a paid game ticket or $20 for a field pit pass. Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Drive S.E., Atlanta. 1-800-745-3000, braves.com.
