5 Things To Do Today, Thursday, Oct. 19 | Plenty of music choices, tacos and poetry

After finishing third on the fifth season of “American Idol,” the singer and songwriter is back with his fourth album, “As Time Goes By,” a fusion of R&B, rock and urban contemporary. Tower Theatre Lounge, 805 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, 559-485-9050, www.towertheatrefresno.com, $27-$37.

The former Eagles guitarist is best known for his musical contribution to the group’s biggest hit, “Hotel California.” Tachi Palace, 17225 Jersey Ave., Lemoore, 800-942-6886, www.tachipalace.com, $25-$55.

The monthly taco party is back with Taquiera La Autentica and La Jacka Mobile, with live music from Sharks of Dance and The Tough Love. Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company, 745 Fulton St., Fresno, www.facebook.com/events/119597652090417, free.

The poet is winner of the National Poetry Award and has had her work published in The New York Times and American Poetry Review. Her latest book, “For Want of Water,” will be available. Full Circle Brewing Co., 620 F St., Fresno, www.facebook.com/events/2032974373614067.

Four local bands – Exit 13, The Benefits, Cover Up and Spellbound – perform a benefit show for the victims of the Las Vegas shooting massacre. Fulton 55, 875 Divisadero St., Fresno, 559-412-7400, www.fulton55.com, $10.

This story was originally published October 19, 2017 at 1:14 AM with the headline "5 Things To Do Today, Thursday, Oct. 19 | Plenty of music choices, tacos and poetry."