CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

Anand’s Picks to Click

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  • July 11: Fantastic Cat @ The Southern Cafe & Music Hall
    The supergroup of four incredible songwriters and performers Anthony D’Amato, Brian Dunne, Don DiLego, and Mike Montali has gotten heaps of praise from all the right critics. Fantastic Cat is a 4-for-1 deal and a show you definitely need to catch.

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  • July 11: The Heart Sellers @ Helms Theatre
    The Virginia Theatre Festival brings this poignant and touching tale of two Asian-American immigrants set in the 70’s following the passing of the Hart-Celler Act which abolished quotas on Asian immigration to the States. The play is written by Pulitzer finalist Lloyd Suh, and takes place in an intimate setting.

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  • July 12: White Denim @ The Southern Cafe & Music Hall
    This Austin band has built a name around its psychedelic rock arsenal. They’re fun, frenetic, and perfect to dance to. It’s a great night out and their songs are primed to get stuck in your head. 
  • July 12: Knifing Around, The Clergymen, Wülfboi @ Book Club
    Book Club is back! It’s the coolest spot in Charlottesville to catch artsy/indie/punk but you’ll have to do some digging to find out just where it is…