• HOT TICKET

Crowell plays Stone Mountain

RODNEY CROWELL became a country crossover star more than 20 years ago, and his songs continue to defy musical boundaries. His new album is called “Sex & Gasoline.”

WHEN: 8 tonight

WHERE: Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road, Brownfield

HOW MUCH: $30

INFO: 935-7292; stonemountainartscenter.com

• CHEAP THRILL

MAMM SLAM presents battling bands

MAMM SLAM, a massive battle of local bands, will hold its kick-off show Saturday. The event is organized by the Maine Academy of Modern Music and will feature MAMM student bands plus local favorites Grand Hotel. Bands can continue to register until March 17.

WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday

WHERE: Yankee Lanes, 867 Riverside St., Portland

HOW MUCH: $5

INFO: 899-3433; maineacademyofmodernmusic.org