This week's installment of Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs features live sets by G.O.L.E.M., Happy Birthday James, and Drab Stucco. FREE.

It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, with an evil holiday double feature of Silent Night Deadly Night Part 2 (1987) and Jack Frost (1997). FREE.

Combining distinct backgrounds and musical experiences, Albany's Mixed Roots perform music from different cultural roots across the region.

Unplugged Holiday Party with Mike Trash (The Erotics) and Pink (Jimmi Mahalares) at The King's Inn in Schenectady, NY. FREE.

Local talent John Hill performs acoustic Grateful Dead and Christmas carols and songs live at The Eleven at Lark Hall in Albany.

Senile Records Showcase at The Rat Den in Albany, featuring live sets by Raction, Despise, Drew S., and J. Grecco. FREE.