CATE LE BON

5/9 at 8 Singing in both English and Welsh, Le Bon stands out for a hushed vocal style plucked straight from the 1960s. Her newest release, Crab Day, is an ambitious audio-visual world builder. $15. Schubas, 3159 N. Southport. lh-st.com

LUCETTE

5/6–7 Fans of traditional country rock will find a kindred spirit in Lucette, whose music channels sorrowful vets such as Emmylou Harris. It’s been two years since her debut album, Black Is the Color, so eager fans can expect some new material here. $25–$60. SPACE, 1245 Chicago, Evanston. evanstonspace.com

CARRIE UNDERWOOD

5/17 at 7 Since Underwood’s monumental American Idol win, she’s shot up the country charts, nabbing an impressive seven Grammys and 11 Country Music Awards along the way. After a three-year hiatus, Underwood returns to Chicago behind Storyteller, her magnetic pop- and-rock-infused fifth LP. $46–$80. Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim, Rosemont. allstatearena.com