Three former members of Sorta all have solo projects now. Trey Johnson is riding high on the strength of his melodic pop collection Mount Pelee. Danny Balis has enjoyed healthy sales and critical acclaim for his old-school country album Too Much Living. And Ward Williams will be in from Nashville, where he's chasing his music dreams. This bill is dubbed a "song swap," so expect some nice collaborations. 8 p.m. All Good Cafe, 2934 Main St. $10. 214-742-5362. allgoodcafe.com.



Denton's punk-influenced Uptown Bums are young and unbridled, but with a keen sense of melody. They open for buzzed-about headliner Vivian Girls at this show. Also featuring Dallas' True Widow. Get there early. 9 p.m. The Cavern, 1914 Greenville Ave. $12-$15. 214-828-1914. thecaverndallas.com.

Living legends don't get much better than Buddy Guy, who has been singing the blues and wailing on his guitar for 50 years, and inspiring such guitarists as Clapton and Hendrix along the way. Catch the Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member for a sturdy dose of Chicago blues. 8 p.m. House of Blues, 2200 N. Lamar St. $27.50-$85. ticketmaster.com.

G4 Ent. and Party Chaser present the Texas/OU Kickoff Bash at Plush. DJ ASAP spins hip-hop and dance. Ladies enjoy complimentary champagne until 11 p.m. 10 p.m. 723 N. Pearl St. $10 for guys. 1-888-657-5874. plushdallas.com.

Extended happy hour at Barcadia. Happy hour specials until 8 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. 1917 N. Henderson Ave. No cover. 214-821-7300. barcadiadallas.com.

Access Dallas presents the Rivalry Party at Purgatory. Those wearing Texas or OU shirts get in free until 11 p.m. Beer pong and flip cup tournaments all night. Best body contest for ladies. Doors open at 10 p.m. 2208 Main St. $10. 972-567-3068. accessdallas.com.

DJ Woody Rosen at Excuses. Woody spins house and neo-soul, following a spoken-word presentation. Music starts at 10 p.m. 3025 Main St. No cover. 214-741-1111. excusesdeepellum.com.