Friday, February 12
The sun rises every morning, winter always follows fall, and anytime Richard Thompson steps foot in Maine, we’re gonna tell you about it. The legendary guitarist and songwriter continues to make great music, most recently on the Jeff Tweedy–produced Still. He plays solo and acoustic at the Westbrook Performing Arts Center (471 Stroudwater St.) at 8 p.m. Tix: $46.50 (all ages). 857-3860. heptunesconcerts.com. And tonight at Blue (650 Congress St., Portland), Starcrossed Losers proves excellent songwriting in the rock and roots traditions is alive and kicking ass in Portland. Led by wandering indie minstrel Kyle Morgan, the Losers’ great 2013 self-titled debut ranges from ’60s garage sounds to Americana strum and twang. They’re on at 6 p.m. No cover (donations encouraged; all ages). 774-4111. portcityblue.com.