Shabazz Palaces at S.O.B.'sThe alternative rap duo led by Ishmael "Butterfly" Butler (formerly of the Digable Planets) heads to the legendary hip-hop, world music and R&B club for a set that promises to be much more than your average rap act.
S.O.B.'s, 204 Varick St. 9:30 p.m. $12
Largehearted Lit at WORD
Blogger David Gutowski combines two of his favorite passions -- music and literature (and writing about both) -- at this monthly series and tonight's readings will feature author Will Boast reading from his short story collection about youth culture, thirtysomethings and aging rock stars, Power Ballads, and Eleanor Henderson reading from her debut novel, Ten Thousand Saints, a coming-of-age tale that traverses nearly 20 years in the life of a group of friends, parents, children, and lovers. After the readings, you'll want to stick around for the yet-to-be-announced musical guest.
WORD, 126 Franklin St., Greenpoint. 7 p.m. Free
Dom at Glasslands
The pop rock group heads to Glasslands for what will surely be a raucous and kooky Friday the 13th show alongside openers Zambri (who's celebrating an album release) and Night Manager.
Glasslands, 289 Kent Ave., Williamsburg. 8:30 p.m. $12