Local band Slappin’ Henry Blue gets back to the basics of blues tonight and Saturday at PK’s, 308 S. Illinois Ave.

Lead vocalist Tawl Paul and his band will be adding its own twist to legendary sounds of the past.

The band may have constantly changed its lineup over the years, but Slappin’ Henry Blue has managed to survive. The lineup has come full circle with the same members behind the instruments as when the band originated.

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No opening act will accompany the band. The shows starts about 9:30 p.m., and there will be no cover. PK’s is a 21-and-over establishment.

Tastes Like Chicken to take requests from former classmates

Alternative punk rock band Tastes Like Chicken will take the stage at 10 p.m. tonight at the Copper Dragon Brewing Company, 700 E. Grand Ave.

The members of the St. Louis-area band are SIUC alumni. They will begin with a set of originals but will later turn to the audience for requests for the remainder of the show.

There will be a $3 cover charge. For information call 549-2319.