Above: Catch jazz guitarist Walter Trout at the Zoo Bar. 6 p.m.

compiled by Kevin Mussman

Going back to work after Labor Day doesn't have to be all doom and gloom. Walter Trout, Impending Doom and Deadhorse are just some of the acts you can check out to make the day less of a buzzkill. Don't see your event? Let's fix that. Register a free profile and add your event so that we can ensure we aren't missing a thing on our statewide music calendar. Or email kevinmussman@hearnebraska.org

Walter Trout @ The Zoo Bar | Lincoln

Renowned blues guitarist Walter Trout, who has played with the likes of John Lee Hooker and Joe Tex, performs at The Zoo Bar. 6pm, $18.

Troubadour Tuesday w/ Luke Sticka, Scott Allan Knost, Tony Moghadam, Tony Church @ The Zoo Bar | Lincoln

Troubadour Tuesday, Zoo Bar's version of a singer/songwriter night, is a new way of showcasing acoustic acts. Each week, a different cast of local and regional singer/songwriters take the stage all at once, performing as they see fit. 9 p.m., $4.

Impending Doom, The Crimson Armada, Meet Your Maker @ The Waiting Room | Omaha

California metal band Impending Doom throws down at The Waiting Room. The Crimson Armada and Meet Your Maker support. 9 p.m., $12.

Deadhorse @ Knickerbockers | Lincoln

Post-rockers Deadhorse bring "a wide range of dynamics, control and power" to Knickerbockers. 9 p.m.

Kevin Mussman is Hear Nebraska's listings editor intern. He's got a mouse in his apartment, but his cats have thus far been unable to kill it. It's totally unchill. Reach him at kevinmussman@hearnebraska.org, or calendar@hearnebraska.org.