As the new semester bursts with classes, assignments, professors, activities and responsibilities, the calendar seems to shift quickly from the ease and escape of fake break to the frenzy of spring. Check out some of the concerts coming to local venues in the North Carolina triad area and get ready to mark up your calendar.

Greensboro

Lady GaGa

March 18, 2013 at Greensboro Coliseum

The international pop sensation known for her theatrical performances and racy costumes will be making a stop in Greensboro. While her concert may be on the pricier side, it could be worth the once-in-a-lifetime experience.

$192 at Ticketmaster.com

 

George Strait with Martina McBride

March 23, 2013 at Greensboro Coliseum

For you country fans, George Strait and Martina McBride have paired up for their latest tour. Strait has been producing music for decades, and he released his latest single, “Give It All We Got Tonight” in 2012. [The two]?

$108 at Ticketmaster.com

 

Alicia Keys with Miguel

March 30, 2013 at Greensboro Coliseum

With her chart-topping new single, “Girl on Fire,” and recent album release, Alicia Keys teams up with fellow soul singer Miguel. Miguel released his album, “Kaleidoscope Dream,” in late 2012, including the single “Adorn.”

$116 at Ticketmaster.com

 

Jason Aldean with Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett

May 18, 2013 Greensboro Coliseum

Jason Aldean, Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett usher in the southern-summer country concert circuit in mid-May. Aldean, best known for singles such as “Dirt Road Anthem” and “My Kinda Party,” released his fifth album last October. Between Owen, best known for “Barefoot Blue Jean Night,” and the young Thomas Rhett with the single “Beer with Jesus,” this group should be the perfect way to kick off the summer.

$68 at Ticketmaster.com

 

Raleigh

Awolnation with Blondfire and Mother Mother

March 19, 2013 at Lincoln Theatre

While alternative Awolnation’s album was released in March 2010, it continues to gain popularity. “Sail” has grown to be one of their identifying singles. Blondfire’s EP, “Where the Kids Are,” was released in November 2012 by the siblings Bruce and Erica Driscoll. The third band featured, Mother Mother, has not emerged largely on the music scene; their latest album, “Eureka,” was released in 2011.

$22 at eTix.com

 

Matt Costa

April 20, 2013 at Cat’s Cradle

Alternative singer Matt Costa released his latest self-titled album on February 12, 2013. Past singles that he has been known for have included “Mr. Pitiful” and “Good Times.”

$15 at Venue Website