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So far, 2013 is shaping up to be a good year for live music. And with the likes of Lou Reed, Band of Horses, Medeski, Martin and Wood and The Entrance Band on the horizon, it's only going to get better. If you're not already pumped about what's in store, or you simply have never heard the music of one of the acts coming to town, here's a little sampling to turn you on.

Zapp: February 14 at Planet Gemini

Dead Meadow, Strangers Family Band and Matthew J. Tow: February 16 at Golden State Theatre

Damien Jurado: March 2 at Henry Miller Library

The Entrance Band and Holy Shit: March 15 at Fernwood

Medeski, Martin and Wood: April 25 at Sunset Center