HIGHLIGHTS

SHAME — South London’s bracing postpunk outfit Shame (pictured) will perform at Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville with Protomartyr and The Phlegms on March 3. On Jan. 12, the five-piece released their debut album “Songs of Praise,” a compressed and to-the-point statement of everything they’re about. With influences like Gang of Four and Parquet Courts, Shame has been described by Billboard as having a “witty, melodic, fiery and addictive vibe that is all their own.” shame.world. $12-$15.

RAUL MIDÓN — With a signature combination of silky tenor voice and percussive guitar style, Raul Midón is bringing his category-defying sound to the Walton Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. March 1 as part of the West Street Live music series. Midón’s syncopated, flamenco- and jazz-infused guitar playing has earned the singer/songwriter renown as one of music’s most distinctive and searching voices. He has been described as “a one-man band… who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” 443-5600, waltonartscenter.org, raulmidon.com. $30.

ALICIA OLATUJA QUINTET — Influenced by a wide range of musical styles, from gospel and soul to jazz and classical, Alicia Olatuja has been praised by The New York Times as “a singer with a strong and luscious tone and an amiably regal presence on stage.” She will bring her exquisite vocals, artistic versatility and captivating demeanor, supported by her quintet, to the Walton Arts Center stage in Fayetteville at 7:30 p.m. March 2. 443-5600, waltonartscenter.org, aliciaolatuja.com. $30-$50.