SPLOINKY RAVE: A pulse-pounding, bass-blasting experience hits Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers as Sploinky Rave brings top-tier DJs and immersive visuals to Colorado Springs. Expect “face-melting” music, high-energy beats and a rave that might be hard to forget, or remember; 9:30 p.m. Saturday, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, $27-$316; phillongmusichall.com.

HIP HOP IS DEAD: Funk meets hip hop at Lulu’s Downtown as Hip Hop is Dead spins classic rap with a Grateful Dead-style twist, delivering energetic jams and crowd favorites. Along with a mix of classic R&B hits, the group will perform alongside an opening set by all-improv group Totum Colloquium, guaranteeing a funky start to the night for all ages; 8 p.m. Friday, 32 S. Tejon St., $19.90-$25.57; lulusmusic.co.

AETHRAXIA: Aethraxia brings a mix of skull-crushing metal and soaring sublime melodies to Sunshine Studios Live, led by the versatile vocals of frontman Tanner Morrison. With support from Burning Through Darkness, Burn The Myth and Seeds of Descent, expect intense rhythms and a night for prog-metal fans; 7 p.m. Friday, 3970 Clearview Frontage Road, $12.50; sunshinestudioslive.com.

OHGEESY: California rapper OhGeesy, known for his work with Shoreline Mafia and hits like “Whuss The Deal” and “Nun Major,” brings his sharp flows and beats to The Black Sheep this weekend. Expect a night of bold, unapologetic rap as he performs tracks from his solo career and group projects; 9 p.m. Friday, 2106 E. Platte Ave., $143.41-$145.41; blacksheeprocks.com. 

KMAX: Karl Max Roseau lights up Sunshine Studios Live with a high-energy mix of pop, hip-hop and Afrobeat, bringing the whole room to life. The smooth-sounding artist will bring his variation of music styles and original songwriting to Colorado Springs this Thursday for ages 21 and up; 7 p.m. Thursday, 3970 Clear View Frontage Road, $27.01; sunshinestudioslive.com.