Get tickets for the one and only Master P – He’s the man who makes ’em say uhh—some know him as “Da Last Don,” but you might know him better as Master P.

He’s the man who makes ’em say uhh—some know him as “Da Last Don,” but you might know him better as Master P. The rapper, chart-topper and entrepreneur will perform at the Varsity Theatre Thursday to ring in the Fourth of July. Doors open at 9 p.m. The show starts at 9:30 p.m. If you’re a true No Limit soldier or just a regular fan, get your tickets now—the first 100 are $25, then it’s $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Tickets are available here.

Sanders Bohlke, Erin Miley. Two singer-songwriters perform at Haven Gallery and Listening Room (Map it!). Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Ben Bell & the Stardust Boys. The local singer-songwriter and his band perform in the side bar at Chelsea’s Café. 7 p.m.

Happy Fourth of Jambalaya. A bevy of singer-songwriters including Ryan Harris, Denton Hatcher and more perform at Mud and Water. Advance tickets are $10 here. Doors at 5 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m.

U.S. Eighties Night. The Spanish Moon’s weekly dance night goes bonkers for patriotism. Go in your best red, white and blue outfit and get in free. Ladies drink free until 10 p.m. Doors open at 9 p.m.

ROAD TRIP: Essence Fest. The New Orleans music and culture festival kicks off Thursday with performances from Biz Markie, Cupid and many more. The festival continues throughout the weekend and among the performers are Beyoncé, Maxwell, LL Cool J, Janelle Monáe and many more. For ticket prices and more information, click here.

The Hitchhiker, Jason Martin, Gold & the Rush. The Hitchhiker, a local rock ‘n’ roll band, celebrates the release of its new album at the Varsity Theatre. Doors open at 8 p.m. Show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available here.

The Sweat, Lyriqs da Lyraciss, NANCY. The grand opening of Culture Bar (Map it!) comes with a free local show. Doors at 6 p.m. Show at 8 p.m.

Chanel Boyz Presents with DJ Mike Larry. Hip-hop at the Spanish Moon. 10 p.m. $7.

Irons in the Fire. Local music at Chelsea’s Café. 10:30 p.m.

Wooden Wings, Oh, Jeremiah, Down Up Speed. Alternative rock at Spanish Moon. Doors at 8 p.m. Show at 10 p.m. $6.

Jodi James and Co., Minos the Saint, Circa Amore. Three local bands take the stage at the Varsity Theatre. Doors open at 8 p.m. Show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available here.

Tennessee Williams, Selfawarewolf, High Top Kicks. The grand opening weekend for Culture Bar continues with another free show. Doors at 6 p.m. Show at 8 p.m.

Dolo Jazz Suite featuring Jack Vogt, AF THE NAYSAYER, Matsy, ganzfeld and Prime8 Pimpin. A hip-hop showcase at Chelsea’s Café. 10 p.m. $7.

Rootbeer & Mermentau with Theyadore Ray. Garage rock at Spanish Moon. 10 p.m. $7.

Paper Route, Half Noise. Indie rock at Spanish Moon. Doors at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 and available here.