Not to miss

A couple shows in Williamsburg have caught our eye this weekend.

First up is a free (free!) set from Here We Go Magic at Zebulon tomorrow.

The last time they played in Brooklyn was to a packed crowd at Music Hall, so things should be interesting at the much tinier Williamsburg space.

Also on the bill are Brooklyn keys and drums duo Glass Ghost and Caveman.

That's at 10 pm at 258 Wythe Ave.

Also tomorrow is another show, this from an up-and-comer. Hank & Cupcakes, a Brooklyn two-piece, have been building buzz over the past few months for their live show and are ones to watch in 2010.

That's at Cameo Art Gallery (93 N. 6th St.) at 10 pm. Tickets $8. So if you can't fit into Zebulon, this won't be a bad alternative.

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CMJ - Day 2

You made it through the first night. Congrats. Now, start planning your second. Here's a look at some of the highlights in Brooklyn tonight:

Expect crowds at Music Hall, when Deerhunter lead singer Bradford Cox performs as his solo project Atlas Sound. Also on the bill are Broadcast and The Selmanaires. At 9 p.m. Tickets $16.

Rock and bowl during CMJ when Julian Marley and The Uprising, featuring Stephen Marley, come to Brooklyn Bowl in Williamsburg, fresh off the release of “Awake.” Also on the bill are Javaughn and Gully Bank Sound System. At 8 p.m. Tickets $16.

Back at the Knitting Factory, the Ernest Jenning Record Co. showcase features another diverse lineup, with Still Flyin, Wild Yaks, The Black Hollies, Title Tracks, La Strada, Takka Takka, Blood Warrior, and Nouvellas. Get your fill of indie, rock and pop. At 7 p.m. Tickets $10.

One of the newer Brooklyn venues, Williamsburg’s Cameo (93rd N. 6th St.) gets in on the marathon this year. Instead of music though, tonight, the biggest draw will be comedy. Anthony Jeselnik, Kumail Nanjiani and Matt McCarthy will perform, with Brooklyn comedy trio Big Terric – Max Silvestri, Gabe Liedman, and SNL newbie Jenny Slate (the one currently know for dropping the F-bomb on air) – hosting. At 7 p.m. Free.

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Wednesday is for comedy

Two great comedy events are happening in Brooklyn tonight.

At Pacific Standard, there's comedy showcase Topsham Pantsuit, featuring this week The Daily Show's John Oliver, along with Megan Ganz (The Onion), Adira Amram (Musical Genius), Josh Comers (Hilarious Man), a cartoon presentation from Neil Numberman, whose new book is "Joey Fly: Private Eye," and hosted by Ritch Duncan and Will Hines.

The show starts at 8 p.m., but with Oliver on the bill, get there early to claim your seats!

Pacific Standard is located at 84 Fourth Avenue, near St. Marks Place. For more information, call 718-858-1951

Also tonight, stand up show Big Terrific has its weekly show at Williamsburg's Cameo.

Max, Gabe and Jenny celebrate Gabe's birthday tonight, and have on board with them Craig Baldo (NY Mag), D.C. Benny (Comedy Central, NBC), Chris Gethard (Nights of Our Lives at UCB), and Matt McCarthy (Verizon Fios commericals) to join in the party.

The show is free and is also at 8 p.m. Cameo is located 93 North 6th Street. For more information, call 718-302-1180.

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