ANDREW BIRD

Andrew Bird will perform live at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on April 7.

Amanda DemmeIf there were a class titled Andrew Bird 101, it might be best to study backward, starting with his modest 2019 release, My Finest Work Yet which might just very well be his finest work of the past decade.For his latest, the 46-year-old journeyman known for lush chamber pop, distinct pronunciation, use of Theremins, and excessive whistling appears to have returned to what has kept the Chicago area-bred crooner afloat across 15 studio records cynicism disguised as hope. Did we mention whistling? Anyway, shortly after the records release, it was announced that Bird would be spreading his wings and taking a foray into acting, specifically filling a role written for the singer on the fourth season of FXsGet our top picks for the best events in Detroit every Thursday morning. Sign up for our events newsletter.

Detroit's Mo Pop music festival returns to the West Riverfront this weekend. History behind the festivalIn 2013, Mo Pop music festival drew a crowd just shy of 8,000 at Sterling Heights Freedom Hill Amphitheater for one day only. When and where is Mo Pop? When does Mo Pop start? For 75 cents, patrons can ride to the Joe Louis Arena stop and walk roughly 1 mile to the Mo Pop entrance.

The beginningIn 2013, Mo Pop music festival drew a crowd just shy of 8,000 at Sterling Heights Freedom Hill Amphitheatre for one day only. Seven years later, Mo Pop has grown into an eclectic two-day spectacle, full of budding artists, local acts and seasoned performers alike, offering a mixed cocktail of sounds ranging from pop-punk, neo soul and rap; to psychedelic rock, indie pop and everything else in between. Mo Pop is currently selling weekend passes on their website for $149.50 (plus handling fees). For 75 cents, patrons can ride to the Joe Louis Arena stop and walk roughly 1 mile to the Mo Pop entrance. In addition, Mo Pop, in partnership with Offworld Arcade, will provide a fully air-conditioned tent filled with classic arcade games, high score contests, prizes, drinks and local DJs.