Gigs This Week, from August 23

THE ELVIS COLLECTION, Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing, August 25
Billy J McGregor and his ten-piece band pay tribute to the King by performing more than 30 Elvis songs.

This isn't just a rhinestone jumpsuit and fake Memphis accent tribute as The Elvis Collection aims to faithfully re-create the Presley magic from the early bluegrass days of That's Alright Mama to the rock 'n' roll era of Jailhouse Rock.

Tickets cost £12.50, £11.50 and £10.50. Call 01903 206206.

ABDELKADER SAADOUN, Komedia, Gardner Street, Brighton, August 23
The Algerian-born instrumentalist aims to introduce his audience to Rai - a popular form of Algerian music originating from traditional folk music.

His current band features six musicians on bass, guitar, trombone, trumpet, drums and percussion, although Saadoun often performs as a solo artist playing traditional guitars and percussion.

Tickets cost £8.50 (£6.50 concessions). Call 01273 647100.

THE CARPENTERS - YESTERDAY ONCE MORE, Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing, August 24
Wendy Roberts takes to the stage as Karen Carpenter, along with a seven-piece orchestra, in this original tribute show to the brother/sister band.

Roberts has played sell-out performances around the world, including venues such as the London Palladium and the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, with this unique show that celebrates the phenomenon of The Carpenters.

Tickets cost £10, £11 and £12. Call 01903 206206.

JAH SHAKA SOUNDSYSTEM, Concorde 2, Madeira Drive, Brighton, August 29
Shaka nights are quite an experience. You should find the artist deep into his music, playing heavy dub and spiritual roots accompanied by bass and percussion.

From the Seventies, Shaka believed he had a role to play in the community - as teacher, news carrier, historian and liberator of oppressed souls.

His dedication to fulfilling these social functions hasn't wavered.

Tickets cost £8. Call 01273 772770.