Calendar’s Calendar

First chances, last chances and what not to miss today

Ryan Bingham This singer-songwriter from West Texas is just 25, but on his debut album, “Mescalito,” which comes out Tuesday, he sounds as if he’s been dragged through a lifetime of hurt. King King, 6555 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. 9 p.m. Free. (323) 960-5765.

Mark Ronson and the Version Players The British-born musician, DJ and producer spent much of his youth in New York, and his assimilation of urban music has paid dividends in his high-profile collaborations with such artists as Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen. El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. 8 p.m. $20. (323) 936-4790.

They Might Be Giants The Johns – as fans have called Mssrs. Flansburgh and Linnell since the 1980s – are one of indie pop’s most dynamic duos. Avalon Hollywood, 1735 N. Vine St., Hollywood. 8 p.m. $25. (323) 462-8900.

Michael Govan Zócalo presents the director of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in conversation with Armand Hammer Museum Director Ann Philbin. Richard J. Riordan Central Library, 630 W. 5th St., L.A. 7 p.m. Free, but reservations required. (213) 403-0416.