SURVIVOR SONGS—The sad tale of Roky Erickson has been well documented in film, songs, and even by the man himself, but an even better story is the Texas legend's wondrous comeback from the brink, his recent career revitalization, and tonight's show, which offers fans yet another chance to see the man behind the 13th Floor Elevators. EAC
w/Boo Frog; Wonder Ballroom, 128 NE Russell, 9 pm, $22-25
SAIGON WHORE—As repeatedly evidenced by snarky turns as SNL's Weekend Update anchor, hilarious appearances on Conan, and vastly underrated star vehicles (1998's great Dirty Work, the sitcom Norm), Norm MacDonald is one of the funniest bastards on the planet. This weekend he brings his stand-up to Portland, and you'd be a goddamn fool to miss it. I'm currently rewatching Dirty Work for the 4,927th time in anticipation. EH
Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE 9th, Thurs 8 pm, Fri-Sat at 8 & 10:30 pm, $20-25