The Heap

Friday at the Hummingbird Stage and Taproom

When you think about Athens music, you probably don’t think funk. However, the funk scene is a burgeoning movement around Athens and one of the funkiest bands on that list is the Heap. This eight-piece band comes equipped with a full horn section, keyboards, drums and bass. You’ll hear them playing songs from Sly and the Family Stone, Funkadelic, Otis Redding and many more. 21 and up. 10 p.m. $5.

The Experiment with Paul Swytch

Friday at Roasted Cafe and Lounge

Roasted stays on the cutting edge of the music scene here in Macon, offering up the other worldly sounds of the electronic realm. Pail Swytch of TrillBass is one of the best in what could be described as psychedelic dubstep. He blurs the line between electronic music, hip-hop and psychedelic with such ease it has earned him remix duties for big names in hip-hop and electronic dance. This night also will feature the unveiling of new artwork from Middle Georgia’s creative couple Stagger N’ Apple. 18 and up. 10 p.m. Free.

Diamond Dust

Friday at the Rookery

The Canada-based Diamond Dust has been touring their way across North America, riding on the back of their gritty rock ’n’ roll sounds. However, while gritty rock is fun, that’s not enough for these classic rock lovers. They understand the importance of good songwriting as well. When the sweet voice and well written lyrics meet the rock loving guitar, Diamond Dust creates something special. 21 and up. 10 p.m. Free.

The Jersey Shore theme party

Saturday at the SoChi Gallery

Just when you thought it was safe and there was no more “Jersey Shore” on TV, Hurricane Sandy hits the Northeast coast and there was really almost no Jersey shore. Middle Georgia loves a party for a good cause, and this party benefits the American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. Go get your spray tan. Put on your best “Jersey Shore” attire and come join in the fun. The fist pumping sounds of the night will be dished out by the DJs from Extreme Events. 21 and up. Party starts at 8 p.m. at 534 Second St. $10.

Homeless Hill

Saturday at the Hummingbird Stage and Taproom

Homeless Hill has been working hard at building a reputation throughout Middle Georgia. They’ve been playing live shows. They recently recorded and released an album. When they aren’t working on Homeless Hill, they play with their side projects and with other local bands. So, to say the least, they stay busy. Now Homeless Hill brings their modern rock to downtown Macon as they take over the stage at the Hummingbird. 21 and up. 10 p.m. $5.