Critics' picks - pop music
October 19, 2008
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Billy Bragg — at the Somerville Theatre, Tuesday and Wednesday. The folk-punk troubadour and longtime political activist is still fighting the good fight. In other words, he's touring behind his well-titled new album, "Mr. Love and Justice." Tickets are $36 at www.ticketmaster- .com or 617-931-2000.
Ukulele Noir — at Johnny D's, Tuesday. So you think ukulele music begins and ends with Tiny Tim? Think again — about Tin Pan Alley, classical, and swing music tumbling from those four humble strings at a cabaret-style show featuring a dozen diverse practitioners. The show is at 8:30; call 617-776-2004 for info about cover charge and reservations.
John Hiatt and Lyle Lovett — at the Opera House, Wednesday. Two singing-songwriting giants team up for an acoustic show that features the artists onstage together, collaborating on each other's music. The show is at 7:30. Tickets are $36.50, $50, and $62.50 at www.ticketmaster.com or 617-931-2000.
—Joan Anderman
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