6/19/12: Today’s Tips: Tuesday

MUSIC: Morning Parade @ Putnam Den, Saratoga Springs. WEQX-FM presents a free show/CD release party by the up-and-coming British alt-rock fivesome – led by vocalist-guitarist-keyboardist Steve Sparrow – in support of their self-titled debut album, which is being released today. With Darlingside. 7pm. FREE.

MUSIC: Holly & Evan @ Justin’s, Albany. 9:30pm.

READING/PERFORMANCE: Nitty Gritty Slam @ Valentine’s Music Hall, Albany. 7pm sign-up; open mic at 7:30pm; slam at 8pm. $5; students $3.

MUSIC: The Sally Mac Band @ Schodack Town Park, Schodack. 6pm. FREE.

MUSIC: Skeeter Creek @ Cook Park, Colonie. 6:30pm. FREE.