Lawnparties Preview

Quadrangle Club: Wiz Khalifa and Big K.R.I.T. (4 p.m.)

Opening at Quad is Big K.R.I.T., Mississippi rapper and producer extraordinaire. His two mixtapes/albums, “K.R.I.T. Wuz Here” and “Return of 4eva,” have been critical and commercial successes, and K.R.I.T. is poised to take up the crown of Southern hip-hop. K.R.I.T. will be followed by Wiz Khalifa, arguably the hottest up-and-comer in the game. After years of grinding on the mixtape circuit, struggling with labels and becoming the general of his own “army” (the Taylor Gang), the laid-back stoner rapper this year dropped his third album. “Rolling Papers” promptly flew off the shelves and included one of the catchiest songs of the year, “Black and Yellow.” But he’s got more than just one hit, so be sure to come out and catch the rest of his feel-good jams.

YouTube It: “No Sleep”

— Trap Yates ’14

Colonial Club: Kingsfoil (1 p.m.) and Every Avenue (2 p.m.)

For catchy alternative and pop-rock music reminiscent of The Maine, The Cab and The Rocket Summer, get to Colonial to see Kingsfoil, a band from York, Pa. Kingsfoil is known for fun, summertime jams like “Albatross” and “Dust of the Cities” as well as the soothing acoustic cooldown “Pure and Simple Heart.” While Kingsfoil has toured with Hawthrone Heights and the Goo Goo Dolls, opener Every Avenue has played with Mayday Parade and All Time Low, offering a similar yet more power pop, punk vibe. Don’t miss Kingsfoil — you just might find them on the Billboard Top 100 next year.

YouTube It: “Give it Up Now”

— Sophia Deng ’14

Terrace Club: Cut Chemist (1 p.m.) and Del the Funky Homosapien (2:30 p.m.)

Head to Terrace for Cut Chemist, a former founding member of Jurassic 5 and former turntablist for Latin band Ozomatli. Cut is the best at broadening his listeners’ horizons. You like hip-hop? He’ll give you hip-hop with Bossa Nova rhythms, Ethiopian Jazz roots and a little Latin flavor that he picked up from Ozomatli. His long jams will have you moving like a dance-floor dominatrix.

Stick around to see renowned MC Del the Funky Homosapien, who’s been dropping records for the past 20 years and has collaborated with groups like Gorillaz and Hieroglyphics. You might recognize his voice from the “Clint Eastwood” rap verses: “Finally someone let me outta my cage…”

Youtube It: “What’s the Altitude (ft. Hymnal)”

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— Sara Wallace ’12

Charter Club: Chiddy Bang (2 p.m.)

Chiddy Bang, the musical duo of Chidera “Chiddy” Anamege and Noah “Xaphoon Jones” Beresin, hails from Philadelphia. The former Drexel University students are trying to make their mark on the hip-hop world by combining Chiddy’s impressive rapping abilities with some excellent use of samples. They actually describe their genre of music on their Facebook page as “Hip-Hop-Electronica-Afrobeat-Club-Pop,” so you know you’re in for something great (or at least unique) this weekend. A first mini-album, “The Preview,” features samples from bands such as Passion Pit and MGMT and includes their most well-known song, “Opposite of Adults.”

YouTube It: “Truth”

— Danny Guo ’13

Tower Club: Hey Champ (1 p.m.) and Phantogram (2 p.m.)

Described as having a “street beat, psych pop” sound, Phantogram will be sure to please with its eclectic and dream-like electronic, indie rock music. Phantogram is made of Saratoga Springs, New York natives Sarah Barthel (vocals) and Josh Carter. In 2009, they signed with Barsuk Records, label of indie bands Mates of States and Death Cab for Cutie, and recently had their song “When I’m Small” featured on the opening episode of “Skins.” If Death Cab for Cutie and Rilo Kiley had a funky, dreamy love child, it would be Phantogram. And if that isn’t enough, electronic rock band Hey Champ, composed of Princeton alumni, will open with infectious jazz-infused dance tunes.

YouTube It: “Mouthful of Diamonds”

— Sophia Deng ’14

Cap & Gown Club: Snackbar Jones (1:30 p.m.)

This Sunday, Snackbar Jones will return to Cap after performing at the club in September. The cover band plays everything from classic rock to hip-hop to disco. Prepare to be surprised — you just might hear a classic by Johnny Cash followed by Justin Beiber’s “Baby.” Snackbar Jones, which has played at many college campuses, is sure to be a fun act to sing along to. Here’s to hoping it plays “Sweet Caroline.”

YouTube It: “Freebird”

— Allie Weiss ’13

Cloister Inn: 2AM Club (2:30 p.m.)

Named after a popular bar in Mill Valley, California, locally known as “The Deuce,” 2AM Club’s mix of funk, pop, rock, new wave and electro promises to excite crowds. The West Coast group started attracting attention after recording with Jerry Harrison — one of the original members of Modern Lovers — and playing four months at the LA Derby. Since moving to New York City in 2008, they have worked with the same producers as those of Katy Perry and Gym Class Heroes. With hits including “Let Me Down Easy” and “Flashing Room,” this is far from your stereotypical boy band.

YouTube It: “Only for Me”

— Kathy Qu ’13

Tiger Inn: The Deloreans (1 p.m.)

Seeing The Deloreans is like “watching the first MTV music video ever,” so proclaims the ’80s show band’s website. The funky ensemble is known for its over-the-top punky ’80s garb, and its music promises to follow suit. Step into the time machine at T.I. and jam with the band as they play everything from Madonna to Sugar Hill Gang.

Youtube It: On second thought, you might want to just save the surprise for the live show.

— Lisa Han ’13

Cottage Club: Rubix Kube (2:45 p.m.)

Looking for some classic ’80s jams? Go to Cottage and check out Rubix Kube, the “ultimate ’80s tribute band.” From AC/DC to Young MC, you’ll have no trouble busting a move at Cottage this Lawnparties.

YouTube It: “Take On Me”

— Alexis Kleinman ’12

Ivy Club: Steamroller Picnic (1 p.m.)

If you’re looking for a way to rock out this weekend, your best chance might be at Ivy Club with Steamroller Picnic. This five-piece East Coast band rocks hard with renditions of everything from Enrique Iglesias to Rage Against the Machine. No joke. The lead singer actually does a pretty believable tribute to Zack de la Rocha’s infamous battle cries in “Bulls on Parade.” Also featured at Ivy on Saturday before Lawnparties is Holy Ghost!, a rising star in the world of funky dance music.

YouTube It: “Bulls on Parade”

— Lisa Han ’13