what's going on tonight?

It's a pretty standard Thursday night in the Columbus area. Mellow out with the usual open mic night at Fountain City Coffee. It's free, and the action starts at 8 p.m.

On the completely opposite end of the spectrum, you can also get down and dirty on the dance floor at The Vault. DJ Che spins starting at 8 p.m. It's $5, but ladies are free.

If you want live music, you have two pretty good options. San Diego-based rock act After the Crash hits Soho Bar & Grill at 10 p.m. The indie rock act was formed when its lead singer, once a millionaire stockbroker, lost everything. The show is $5...ladies are in free.

Finally, don't hesitate to try out Broad Street Blues (913 Broad St., Phenix City), where house band Peggy Jenkins and the Rhythm Roosters will entertain as usual. The show starts at 9:15 and it's $5.