GARTH BROOKS The country superstar (pictured) continues his barnstorming tour with a return to the area. As with his early 2015 shows at the TD Garden, Trisha Yearwood (a.k.a. Mrs. Garth Brooks) performs a set of her own hits, and duets with her hubby. Feb. 28. 7 p.m. $66.73. DCU Center, Worcester. 800-745-3000. www.ticketmaster|.com

NEKO CASE Longtime fans will be excited to hear that the flame-tressed singer-songwriter is digging deep for this tour in support of her career-spanning vinyl box set, “Truckdriver, Gladiator, Mule.’’ Playing songs she hasn’t played in years alongside consistent favorites should make for a memorable night, with the Felice Brothers opening. March 2. 7:30 p.m. $26-$36. House of Blues. 800-745-3000. www.ticket master.com

JAMES HUNTER SIX The retro British soul crooner is a fizzy blast of vintage blue-eyed soul good times. The combo swings into the Sinclair in service of its swellegant new album, “Hold On!’’ March 4. 8 p.m. $18. The Sinclair. 800-745-3000. www.ticketmaster.com

SARAH RODMAN