what's going on tonight?

Here are a few standout options for Thursday night partiers:

*The Shanty Shack, 4475 Warm Springs Road, hosts the Birmingham-based rockers from Lynam. Show starts at 8 p.m. No cover. 706-507-3418.

*Musician Gary Parmer performs at Belloo's, 900 Front Ave. Show starts at 10 p.m. No cover. 706-494-1584.

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

*Fountain City Coffee, 1007 Broadway, has an open mike beginning at 7 p.m. No cover. 706-494-6659.

*The New York-based metal rockers from Feff take the stage at SoHo Bar & Grill, 5751 Milgen Road. Music starts at 10 p.m. Cover is $5, free for military. 706-568-3316.

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