If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Charlotte. From neurofunk to a family-friendly event at a local church, here are the local shows worth checking out this weekend.

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Dirt Monkey with SubDocta at SERJ

Dubstep pioneer Dirt Monkey, aka Patrick Megeath, brings his high-energy sound to SERJ for the bass-heavy "Rise of the Octopeel Tour." SubDocta, R3x0R and Scales will also perform. 

When: Friday, Nov. 2, 9 p.m.- Saturday, Nov. 3, 2 a.m.
Where: SERJ, 2906 Central Ave.
Admission: $15
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Voices of Praise concert 'Open Your Mouth and Say Something'

The Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church's Voices of Praise Choir will celebrate its 21st anniversary at this concert. The event begins with praise and worship from the SMBC Youth Praise Team. Attendees can register for a chance to receive an extra blessing for showing their support.   

When: Saturday, Nov. 3, 3:45-6 p.m.
Where: Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church, 501 W. Arrowood Road
Admission: Free
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Eatbrain tour with State of Mind, Jade and Mob Tactics

 

Billed as a drum and bass event, the concert features State of Mind, the New Zealand duo of Stu Maxwell and Patrick Hawkins. Their 2014 LP "Eat the Rich" won the Drum & Bass Arena album of the year award and they are set to release their fifth album, "Land of the Blind," this year. Neurofunk musician Jade (Hungarian-born Simon Gabor) and drum and bass duo Mob Tactics (Luke Bugden and Mark Sims) will also perform. 

When: Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 p.m.- Sunday, Nov. 4, 3:30 a.m.
Where: SERJ, 2906 Central Ave.
Admission: $20
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