Can you believe we're already looking ahead to the second month in 2023? It feels like the year has only just begun.
But alas, it's time to scope for February concerts that deserve snagging tickets for in advance or putting on the schedule.
Here are 14 shows to love in Charleston this upcoming month.
Maxwell's Silver Jammer
WHAT: This late-night jam tribute to The Beatles sounds like a show I want to be at, and if you haven't checked out Lo-Fi Brewing yet, it's time. It might seem like a misplaced chain-link fence upon parking lot entry, but once inside, sip a Mexican lager and enjoy the stage in the center of the tap room. The very local lineup for the rest of the month is worth checking out, as well, from Persona La Ave to Bad Signals.
WHEN: 10 p.m. Feb. 2
WHERE: Lo-Fi Brewing, 2038 Meeting Street Road
PRICE: $15 advance, $20 day of show
Neil Francis
WHAT: Charleston funk band The Psycodelics will open for Chicago artist Neil Francis, whose latest albums "Sentimental Garbage" and "Changes" encapsulate a retro pop sensation.
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4
WHERE: Charleston Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway
PRICE: $20 advance, $25 day of show
MORE INFO: charlestonpourhouse.com/event/neal-francis-2
North By North
WHAT: Local acts Argot and Maya Gold will open for Chicago rock 'n' rollers North By North. This White Stripes setup of a duo knows how to play.
WHEN: 9 p.m. Feb. 4
WHERE: The Royal American, 970 Morrison Drive
PRICE: $10 cash at the door
MORE INFO: theroyalamerican.com/schedule
Jaime Wyatt
WHAT: Local Americana songstress She Returns From War will open for outlaw country singer-songwriter Jaime Wyatt.
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Feb. 5
WHERE: Charleston Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway
PRICE: $15
MORE INFO: charlestonpourhouse.com/event/jaime-wyatt
Keb' Mo'
WHAT: Anthony D'Amato will open for five-time Grammy Award-winning blues musician Keb' Mo', who is 71 years old and still touring.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 8
WHERE: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
PRICE: $49.50-$75
MORE INFO: charlestonmusichall.com/event/keb-mo
Big Something
WHAT: High-energy performers Big Something will play three nights in a row at the Pour House, featuring different openers each night. Abby Bryant & The Echoes will lead off on Night 1, followed by Josh Phillips on Night 2 and Wright Avenue on Night 3.
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 10, 11
WHERE: Charleston Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway
PRICE: $20 advance, $25 day of show each night; $50 three-night pass
MORE INFO: charlestonpourhouse.com/event/big-something-2
1770 Records Showcase
WHAT: College of Charleston's record label is showcasing local bands at its Throwback Dance Hall event featuring The Post and Courier and Free Times' Best of South Carolina Music 2022 winners The Simplicity, along with Hotel Hugo, Homemade Haircuts and Tree Limbs.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 10
WHERE: Music Farm, 32 Ann St.
PRICE: $15 advance, $17 day of show
MORE INFO: musicfarm.com/event/throwback-dance-hall
Fo Daniels
WHAT: This rock 'n' roll singer-songwriter based in Charleston will deliver authentically rugged songs on the beach, or, well, inside on stage by the beach.
WHEN: 9 p.m. Feb. 11
WHERE: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms
PRICE: $10
MORE INFO: the-windjammer.com/event/fo-daniels-6
Steep Canyon Rangers
WHAT: In partnership with the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, the Steep Canyon Rangers are coming to town. The Grammy-winning bluegrass group that often plays with Steve Martin will take the stage this month.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16
WHERE: Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St.
PRICE: $39+
MORE INFO: gaillardcenter.org/events/steep-canyon-rangers
Ladies of the Canyon
WHAT: Speaking of canyons, the Music Hall is putting on a Ladies of the Canyon show in collaboration with Village Repertory Co. It's an ode to the female folk-rock singers who congregated in Laurel Canyon in the late 1960s and early 1970s, such as Cass Elliot, Janis Joplin, Linda Ronstadt, Joan Baez, Judy Collins, Carole King and Joni Mitchell.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 17
WHERE: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
PRICE: $20-$25
MORE INFO: charlestonmusichall.com/event/ladies-of-the-canyon
FatRat Da Czar
WHAT: Columbia hip-hop legend FatRat Da Czar will perform with special guests DJ Kingpin POV, MIDIMarc, Langston Hughes III and Tyrie.
WHEN: 9 p.m. Feb. 18
WHERE: Music Farm, 32 Ann St.
PRICE: $15 advance, $17 day of show
MORE INFO: musicfarm.com/event/fatrat-da-czar
Raspberry Pie
WHAT: Described as "funky music for nerdy people," Raspberry Pie will play a set after local fresh take on classic rock Lexi Noise and local jazzy pop-rock outfit Mantra.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 24
WHERE: Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Road
PRICE: TBA, but it's cash at the door
MORE INFO: charlestontinroof.com/#schedule
Gregory Porter
WHAT: This flat cap-wearing musician has won two Grammy Awards for best jazz vocal album. He's done justice to Nat King Cole with a tribute album and writes original music, as well, such as hits "Liquid Spirit" and "Hey Laura."
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 26
WHERE: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
PRICE: $59.50-$79.50
MORE INFO: charlestonmusichall.com/event/gregory-porter
Toto
WHAT: Toto's "Dogz of Oz" tour is coming to town. The "Africa" hitmakers have been blessing the rains since 1977.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 27
WHERE: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
PRICE: $59.50-$125
MORE INFO: charlestonmusichall.com/event/toto-dogz-of-oz-tour