what's going on tonight?

It's almost Friday! Here are your Thursday night party standouts:

*Birmingham-based U.S, billed as the ultimate '80s party band, takes the stage at the Shanty Shack for a show that begins at 8 p.m. No cover. The bar's at 4475 Warm Springs Road. Call 706-507-3418.

*There's an open mike night at Fountain City Coffee, 1007 Broadway. The music starts at 8 p.m. No cover. 706-494-6659.

*Trucker Dave performs at The Roadhouse, 1047 Broadway. The free show starts at 8 p.m.

*SoHo Bar & Grill, 5751 Milgen Road, hosts the South Carolina-based rockers from Crowfield. Show starts at 10 p.m. Cover is $5, free for military. 706-568-3316.

*There's an open mike night at After 5, 3709 Gentian Blvd. Music starts at 9:15 p.m. No cover. 706-507-0024.

Fountain City's open mike is for partiers of all ages. All other events are 21 and older.