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Another Australian musical export will be spotlighted at The Avenue Café. Next week AC/DC releases its 15th studio LP, “Rock or Bust,” and then the veteran rockers hit the road on a 40th anniversary tour promoting the new disc. But for those looking for a hyper-local alternative, ICY/DICEY, a Lansing-based AC/DC cover band might be the ticket. The band, which headlines Thanksgiving Eve at the Avenue Café, was formed by drummer Joel “Phil” Kuiper in the fall of 2013 with the idea of paying homage to what the band bio calls the “most misplayed songs in rock history.” The group also features Mark Meyers (as Angus), Doug Harkema (as Malcolm), Derek Fulton (as Cliff) and David Scott (as Bon/Brian). The members of ICY/DICEY claim their band name was inspired by slippery Michigan driving conditions.

The Avenue Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. 8 p.m., $6, 18 , Wednesday Nov. 26

Masked Intruder at Mac´s, Thursday, Nov. 20

Fat Wreck Chords-signed punk band Masked Intruder headlines an all-ages show at Mac’s Bar. Openers are Break Anchor, the Hunky Newcomers and Farthest From the Truth. Masked Intruder, the self-described “best pop-punk band you hope never gets out of prison,” dons unique stage attire: Matching Converse All Stars and colorful ski masks. The band cites a list of tongue-in-cheek influences, such as “bad upbringings,” “broken hearts” and “the criminal justice system.” The band members are known by color-coded aliases: Blue (vocals/guitar), Green (guitar), Yellow (bass) and Red (drums). The band debuted in 2011 and released its latest album, “M.I.,” in May via Fat Wreck Chords. Fans of Mr. T Experience or early Green Day might want to check out this show.

Mac’s Bar, 2700 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. All ages, 7 p.m., $12, $10 adv. , Thursday, Nov. 20

Nick Cave tribute at The Avenue Cafe, Friday, Nov. 21

“Nick Cave Takes the Stage: A Tribute Night at the Avenue” blends the cover sets of the Australian singer/songwriter’s work with an open-mic slots. There will also be Cave-inspired theatrical works directed by event organizer Leo Poroshin. Taking the stage with some Cave tunes is a roster of busy local songwriters including Justin Richard, Dylan Rogers, Jory Stultz, Ellis Q. Mason, Leo & the Komrads and Tell ‘Em Steve/Dave. Cave is known for his alt/ Goth body of work in seminal experimental bands like Birthday Party and Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. In 2006, Cave formed Grinderman, a short-lived yet critically acclaimed group. Last year, the Bad Seeds released its most recent effort, “Push the Sky Away.”

The Avenue Café, 2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, 8 p.m., $5, 18 , Friday, Nov. 21