Bam Margera & Fuckface Unstoppable
The Jackass star is on tour with his hard-partying, hardcore punk-mania band Fuckface Unstoppable. Each show is a unique, unpredictable event where the musicians come out with vodka bottles in hand and ready to rock like uncaged animals. The audience is invited to lose their ever-lovin’ minds along with the band whose musical talent is certainly apparent, but comes a distant second to the depravity they let loose on stage. With opening acts Polkadot Cadaver, Howitzer, Ashes in the Sky, As Days Fade and Nexus Canvas. Revolution Bar and Music Hall, 140 Merrick Rd., Amityville. revolutionli.com $20. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
Boxing
Get ready to rumble when Tommy “The Razor” Rainone of Rockville Centre faces Carl “The Assassin” McNickles of Chicago in a 10-round match for the USBO Welterweight title. Undercard boxers include Dennis “Hurricane” Hogan, an Irishman who will be fighting in his first US bout, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano of Puerto Rico and Hasim Rahman Jr., who will be making his pro debut. The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $50-$150. 7 p.m. Nov. 13.
Don’t Look Now
A rare screening of Nicolas Roeg’s 1973 movie about a couple who travel to Venice to overcome a tragic loss only to find themselves caught in a startling labyrinth of fear and passion. Following the screening, the guest speaker, film historian Royal Brown, will discuss the film’s significance. Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington. cinemaartscentre.org $10 members, $15 public. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
Meghan Trainor
If you haven’t been able to get the song “All About the Bass” out of your head for the last three weeks, stop fighting it. Give into the catchy beat and addictive chorus when this breakout singer performs with a host of hot new artists. She is joined by Bebe Rexha (“I Can’t Stop Drinking About You”), Jacquie Lee, the 17-year-old singer/songwriter/pianist who delivers confessional ballads with a deeply touching voice, Nick Tangorra and the Brady Brothers. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. paramountny.com $20-$40. 7 p.m. Nov. 13.
Whitman Family Bible Unveiling
The family bible used by iconic poet Walt Whitman was donated to local historians by Natalie Swertfager Pearson, whose late husband, Walter Whitman Swertfager, was the direct descendant of the writer’s sister, Mary Elizabeth, who received the Bible from Walt as a Christmas gift in 1878. Inside, Walt had inscribed all their immediate family births, marriages and deaths up to that time. This event will commemorate its donation and unveiling. Music, a Whitman impersonator, refreshments and tours accompany the event. Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station. waltwhitman.org Free. 2 p.m. Nov. 13.
Lil Jon
The Atlanta-based rapper, producer and DJ will get crunksters shaking their butts from the window to the wall when he performs his biggest hits, including “Get Low” and his latest, “Turn Down for What.” Warming up the crowd will be Carlos Melange. The Emporium, 9 Railroad Ave., Patchogue. Theemporiumny.com $40. 10 p.m. Nov. 13.
The Daniel Bennett Group
A CD release party for this critically-acclaimed New York saxophonist and his band, debuting their newest album, Clockhead Goes to Camp. Insite Magazine calls Bennett’s music, “refreshingly capricious and trippy.” The Village Voice raves, “saxophonist Daniel Bennett makes hay with an airy approach that’s buoyant enough to conjure notions of East African guitar riffs and Steve Reich’s pastoral repetition.” The Boston Herald describes Bennett’s music as “exploratory folk-jazz hybrid.” Huntington Public Library, 338 Main St., Huntington. thehuntingtonlibrary.org Free. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14.
Frank Caliendo
Fans of MADtv, Fox NFL Sunday and his former show, Frank TV on TBS, know this comic as the master of more than 120 impersonations. The Chicago-native also appeared in the 2007 movie, The Comebacks, which is what he is doing with his act—taking it on the road. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. paramountny.com $29.50-$62.50. 8 p.m. Nov. 14.
The Hit Men
If you want to experience the hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s as you first heard them on the radio, then you won’t want to miss The Hitmen because these talented musicians put their heart and soul into making those sounds possible. Lee Shapiro, Gerry Polci, Jimmy Ryan, Larry Gates and Russ Velazquez are the boys in the band with resumes that include working with the likes of Frankie Vallie & The Four Seasons, Barry Manilow, Cat Stevens, Elton John, Phoebe Snow, Carole King, Janis Ian, Sting, The Ramones, Paula Abdul and Luther Vandross. On stage their performances are spot-on, their energy is high, and they are doing what they love, bringing these great songs back to life right before your eyes and ears. Midas would be jealous because The Hitmen are solid gold! The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East main St., Patchogue. Patchoguetheatre.com $42. 8 p.m. Nov. 14.
Cranberry Festival
Taste traditional Native American foods made with cranberries, see and touch cranberry plants, decorate fabrics with cranberry dye, among other related activities. Additional fee for theater performance of Native American songs and stories. All ages welcome. Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. licm.org Free with museum admission. 12-4 p.m. Nov. 15-16.
Carl Palmer
This drummer has thrilled fans for nearly four decades with some of music’s most memorable bands including Atomic Rooster, The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown, Asia and Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Along the way his dazzling speed and mastery of the drums, combined with his infectious stage personality, have secured for him a respected place in history as one of Rock and Roll’s greatest drummers. Boulton Center for the Performing Arts, 37 West Main St., Bay Shore. boultoncenter.org $55-$60. 8 p.m. Nov. 15.
Natalie Cole
The Grammy award-winning soulful daughter of the legendary Nat King Cole will be performing her R&B hits. Will she sing her standards from the ’70s, her pop from the ’80s, or the ballads from the ’90s that she recorded to her late father’s timeless voice? One thing is certain: the performance will be “Unforgettable.” Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIO Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. tillescenter.org $530$128. 8 p.m. Nov. 15.
Styx
This multi-platinum-selling band’s self-described mission to conquer the planet, one venue at a time, remains solidly on track. Put rock ‘n roll legends Tommy Shaw, James “JY” Young, Lawrence Gowan, Todd Sucherman and Ricky Phillips together (along with the occasional surprise appearance by the original bassist Chuck Panozzo) on stage together, and their power is unstoppable. When they get rolling and their freak flag is flowing, they’ll blow the roof off with their classic rock standards like “Come Sail Away,” “Lady” and “Mr. Roboto.” You know what we say? Don’t let it end! NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. venue.thetheatreatwestbury.com $45-$255. 8 p.m. Nov. 14-15.
Steve Hackett
This guitarist for seminal prog rock band Genesis is playing all the band’s hits, including “The Musical Box,” “Dancing with the Moonlit Knight” and “Supper’s Ready,” as his world tour stops on Long Island. Aside from the classics, he’s also been performing some of the gems he had to sacrifice. The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $40-$75. 8 p.m. Nov. 15.
Emblem3
This Washington-based pop/rock/reggae trio got their start on The X Factor before releasing their debut album, Nothing to Lose, featuring the hit single, “Chloe (You’re the One I Want.).” Opening the show is Spencer Sutherland & Lion In The Mane. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. paramountny.com $25-$49.50. 8 p.m. Nov. 15.
American Brass Quintet
This foursome, dubbed by Newsweek as “the high priests of brass,” will perform as part of the inaugural season of Concerts by the Pond. St. John’s Church, 1670 New York 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. stjohnscoldspringharbor.org $20. 3 p.m. Nov. 16.
Spank! – The Fifty Shades Parody
While fans of the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy (every single soccer mom we know) eagerly await the film adaptation of the books to hit theaters this February, they can satiate themselves with Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody. This hilarious spoof puts the story of Innocent Ana and Mr. Dangerous to music. Written and directed by Jim Millan, who contributed to The Kids in the Hall, Larry King Standing Up, Marijuanalogues with Tommy Chong and Mythbusters Live, this is a perfect girls’ night out that promises plenty of laughs to hold you over until February, when the movie drops. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. paramountny.com $39.50-$59.50. 8 p.m. Nov. 16.
Rupert Wates Trio
It’s a night of Jazz-inspired folk music headlined by the critically acclaimed Wates. The opening act, Toby Tobias Ensemble, is a Long Island-based band, under the direction of South African-born guitarist and composer, Toby Tobias. The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East main St., Patchogue. Patchoguetheatre.com $10. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18.
Buddy Guy
Talk about a living legend, Buddy Guy is the highest ranking master of Chicago blues. America is lucky to have him. A member of Muddy Waters’ band and a session stalwart at Chess Records, he’s influenced generations of guitarists ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Born in Lettsworth, Louisianna, he moved north in 1957, going up the Mississippi River, carrying the music of the delta in his DNA. When he hit the clubs of the Windy City, aided by the likes of Junior Wells, he literally made “Something From Nothing,” the title of another great song he wrote. See for yourself one of Rolling Stone magazine’s “100 greatest guitarists of all time.” With Matt Anderson The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $40-$65. 8 p.m. Nov. 18.
“From Broadway to the Met”
Performing music from the American Song Book will be vocalist Cheryl Spielman, who will be accompanied by accordionist Dominic Karcic. La Villini Restaurant, 288 Larkfield Rd., East Northport. la-villini.com Fee: dinner reservations. 6 p.m. Nov. 19.
The Hold Steady
A decade ago this great band from Brooklyn took shape when Craig Finn, Tad Kubler, Galen Polivka, Bobby Drake and Steve Selvidge forged their singular punked-up sound and took it to a higher level. Now they’re on tour with Teeth Dreams, their latest album, which took two years to record as they oscillated between studios in Brooklyn and Franklin, Tenn. Their debut record, Almost Killed Me, came out in 2004, showcasing their alternative rock and indie influences and their unique story-telling that addresses topics like drug addiction, religion and redemption. Now their dreams have grown so big you can sink your teeth into it—if it doesn’t bite you first. This is an exclusive performance by The Hold Steady, free to an intimate audience of Pandora listeners who RSVP online. Attendees will be treated to limited-edition event swag, an open bar for the first two hours of the evening and the chance to check out the all-new Chrysler 200. The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com Free when Pandora listeners RSVP. 8 p.m. Nov. 19.
—Compiled by Spencer Rumsey, Jamie Franchi and Timothy Bolger
