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Published on April 26, 2019
4 music events to plan for in Tucson this weekendPhoto: Hanny Naibaho/Unsplash 

If you love to take advantage of the music offerings near you, this weekend offers several great reasons to leave the house.

From a rock band to a legendary rapper, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

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El Tambó Fest

From the event description:

El Tambó Fest 2019 brings together legendary cumbia bands from across the borderlands and cutting edge DJs from across the nation.  

When: Friday, April 26, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Admission: $15
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The Wild Reeds

From the event description:

The Wild Reeds are a band led by women, fronted by three women, all talented singers, songwriters and multi-instrumentalists in their own right: Kinsey Lee, Mackenzie Howe and Sharon Silva, with drummer Nick Jones and bass player Nick Phakpiseth providing the Los Angeles-based band’s rhythmic foundation.  

When: Friday, April 26, 8-11 p.m.
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Admission: $12
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Rock Band Ex Hex Playing Club Congress

From the event description:

Ex Hex is a power trio hailing from Washington, D.C., making the music you’ve been waiting for. Drums, bass, guitar, P90s, searing leads—this is unapologetic rock ’n’ roll. 

When: Sunday, April 28, 7-11 p.m.
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Admission: $15
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Rapper Freddie Gibbs is at 191 Toole

From the event description:

Also performing at 191 Toole is rapper Freddie Gibbs, who will sing tracks from his four albums. He recently collaborated with Electronic Dance Music artist Assassin on the new song "Bandana."

When: Sunday, April 28, 9 p.m.- Monday, April 29 12 a.m.
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Admission: $20. More ticket options available.
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