Sound Advice

Celebrated roots sextet Clay Street Unit brings its energetic live show to xBk Live on Feb. 20. Hailing from the heart of the Rockies, Clay Street Unit is supporting it new album, “Sin & Squalor.” The album captures the spirit of the west, folk and country traditions of the south and the verve of modern Americana. Opening act is Jason Scott & The Hight Heat. Advance tickets, $25 at https://xbklive.com. 

The Des Moines Botanical Garden celebrates bringing blues to the dome for the past 20 years with their Botanical Blues series. If you are looking for a warm indoor vibe, attend the Sunday concerts among bright greenery. On Feb. 8, Jodi Bodey & Dewey Cantrell; Feb. 15, Drama Kings and Feb. 22, Soul Searchers. Shows start at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and tickets sold at the door only. Admission: adults $12; seniors/military $11; free for members and kids younger than 2. For a complete lineup, visit https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/.

Need an idea for Valentine’s Day? On Feb. 14, RetroSpect with Jana West hosts its Fifth Annual Valentine’s Date Night at the Sherwood Forest Event Center. Ticket prices include a meal and concert for $66. Find tickets at www.eventbrite.com.