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THIS WEEK: Dec. 29 through Jan. 4

Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl, performing the music of Bon Jovi, Cindi Lauper, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince and more. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. 8 p.m. Dec. 29. $22 in advance, $27 day of show. http://bit.ly/2BNJpKQ, 610-826-9200

Get The Led Out, the renowned Led Zeppelin tribute will perform on two consecutive evening to ring in the New Year. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. 8 p.m. Dec. 30, 9 p.m. Dec. 31. $29 in advance, $34 day of show for general admission for Dec. 30. http://bit.ly/2Cev2Q2, 610-826-9200. $45 in advance, $50 day of show for standing room only for Dec. 31. http://bit.ly/2E9hvao, 610-826-9200. Patrons must be 21 and older to attend Dec. 31 performance.

Cabinet, the NEPA-based bluegrass ensemble performs a New Year’s Eve show in their home region on the heels of their latest album release. F.M. Kirby Center, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 9 p.m. Dec. 31. $20, $25. kirbycenter.org, 570-826-1100

The BStreet Band, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen with special guest Vini Lopez. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. 8 p.m. Dec. 30. $20 in advance, $25 day of show. http://bit.ly/2ldIgBL, 570-325-0249.

FUTURE

Slocan Ramblers, a Canadian quartet that brings a bold, dynamic approach to bluegrass that is rooted in tradition. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. 8 p.m. Jan. 12. $15 in advance. http://bit.ly/2DrX1bS, 570-325-0249

Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band, the jazz outfit led by iconic Allman Brothers Band Drummer Jai Johanny “Jaimoe” Johanson. F.M. Kirby Center, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 8 p.m. Jan. 13. $20 in advance; $25 day of show. 570-826-1100

Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen, the Wilkes-Barre-based power blues trio performs in Jim Thorpe with special guest Ed Randazzo. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. 8 p.m. Jan. 13. $18 in advance, $20 day of show. http://bit.ly/2lfudfc, 570-325-0249

The Accidentals, named among Yahoo Music’s Top 10 Bands to Watch in 2017, the Michigan-based outfit brings a unique approach to songcraft and musicality. F.M. Kirby Center, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 8 p.m. Jan. 18. $15 in advance; $20 day of show. 570-826-1100

Back in Black, a tribute to AC/DC. F.M. Kirby Center, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 8 p.m. Jan. 19. $15 in advance; $20 day of show. 570-826-1100

Turkuaz, the nine-piece “powerfunk” outfit from Brooklyn, N.Y. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. 9:30 p.m. Jan. 26. $18 in advance, $20 day of the show. http://ticketf.ly/2CiXAFu, 570-420-2808

The Wailin’ Jennys, the acclaimed international folk trio, will bring their national tour to Misericordia University 730 p.m. Feb. 19 in support of their first new album in six years “Fifteen.” The concert will take place in Lemmond Theater in Walsh Hall. Tickets are $30 for premium seating and $20 general admission. The general public may purchase tickets starting Jan. 15. Info, 570-674-6719.

Little Big Town, the country outfit on The Breakers Tour with special guests Kacey Musgraves and Midland. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22. Tickets start at $21. 800-745-3000.

Mercy Me , the award-winning Christian wraps up its successful Lifer Tour with special guest Tenth Avenue North. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. 7:30 p.m. March 9. Tickets go on sale Nov. 10. 800-745-3000.

Judas Priest, the heavy metal icons tour in support of their forthcoming record “Firepower.” Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. 7 p.m. March 13. Tickets start at $36.75. 800-745-3000.

Northeastern Pennsylvania-based bluegrass outfit Cabinet will perform on Dec. 31 at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre.
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/web1_Cabinet-3.jpg.optimal.jpgNortheastern Pennsylvania-based bluegrass outfit Cabinet will perform on Dec. 31 at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre. Times Leader file photo

Critically-acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute Get the Led Out will perform on Dec. 30 and 31 at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe.
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/web1_12.26get_the_led_out.jpg.optimal.jpgCritically-acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute Get the Led Out will perform on Dec. 30 and 31 at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe. Times Leader file photo