by Brian Wiedenmeier

The week ahead in music is a quiet one, as if the Bay Area needed some time off to nurse it's collective post-Pride hangover. Quiet doesn't mean silent, however, and there are still plenty of offerings for those who want a little auditory stimulus for their come-down.

Two shows featuring roots music are worth checking out this week: Deer Tick at The Independent on Wednesday and The Moondooggies at The Rickshaw Stop on Thursday. The B-52's make an apperance on the peninsula on Tuesday, continuing to surprise those who see them live with their durability and tight musical chops.

As you plan ahead for the Fourth of July weekend, make sure to check out the Fillmore Jazz Festival, consistently one of the best street festivals in San Francisco. The fest regularly features top-notch talent from across the jazz spectrum while celebrating the musical heritage of the Western Addition neighborhood. Best of all, it's free. Highlights of this year's festival include: Spencer Day, Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Kim Nalley, Sila & the AfroFunk Experience, Norman Bautista, and many more. Check out www.fillmorejazzfestival.com for more details.

If you feel the need to escape the city for the weekend, you can always head up to the Marin County Fair and join graying hot-tubbers as they sway to the retro sounds of Sha Na Na and the latin rock of Los Lobos.

Highlights after the jump...