There are quite a few worthwhile gigs on the local live circuit during this typically quiet Xmas week. Local 121's Tap Room starts the weekend off proper with DJ WAY O'MALLEY (also guitarist for the bad-ass Panther Modern) on the turntables THURSDAY (the 22nd), followed by DJ NICKDE PARIS on FRIDAY (the 23rd); both sets are 21+ with no cover, call 401.274.2121 for the full scoop. Also on Friday, the Met hosts local jam quintet SAUCE (their "Christmas Time on Planet Funk" party) with guests THE ALCHEMYSTICS; $10 at the door, call 401.729.1005. Enjoy the last-minute mall anxiety, pro football, and yuletide cheer this weekend, then get back after it with A FAYLENE SKY and DIE ANOTHER DAY leading the way at Firehouse 13 (401.270.1801) on TUESDAY (the 27th), while the Whiskey Republic (401.588.5158) continues their free-of-charge "Tuesdays Unplugged" series with singer/songwriters BRIAN MARQUIS, MATT DUQUETTE, and ANDREW SPATZ. On WEDNESDAY (the 28th), the Roots Café will help you work off those extra holiday lbs. with their MID-WEEK RUMBA, with dance lessons starting at 8 pm followed by DJ PAPO and special guests; $7 cover, call 401.272.7422. Or join DJ PRIMITIVE and guests at Two9Five (on Da Hill, 401437.8740) spinning the best in underground and indie hip-hop. And for our thirsty punk friends, get down to Fête in Olneyville for their new General Assembly Presents series, this week featuring SOURPUNCH, DRUNK ROBB & THE SHOTS, annd THE McGUNKS. No cover charge and $2 'Gansett tallboys? Can't beat it, call 401.383.1112 and check out one of the best new additions to the city's music community.
Finally, in the spirit of giving, veteran punk crew SENIOR DISCOUNT is giving away their Christmas Medley album 100% free of charge, featuring eight holiday classics spun up S*D style — download it now at seniordiscountmusic.com.
Y'all have a safe and happy holiday!
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- Falling back
On THURSDAY (the 3rd), catch the expert blues 'n' more of 2011 Best Music Poll winner ERIC FRENCH & MR. HYDE opening for JONATHAN TYLER & NORTHERN LIGHTS at the Spot Underground (401.383.7133).
- Rollin' into winter
Last call THURSDAY (the 15th) to check out TORN SHORTS (pick up the excellent debut, Life On a River ) playing Dusk on Harris Ave.
- 4.20 @ the Firehouse
Benefit gigs worth seeking include an early-bird THURSDAY (the 14th) at Firehouse 13 (doors at 5 pm, 401.270.1801) with (multiple) BMP nominees TOWER & THE FOOL (ex-members of Hot Rod CIrcuit and Therefore I Am).
- Some fun at the Spot
The Schemers kick off the summer
- Making the rounds
Plus, Key Soldiers and Tallahassee
- Fall Dance Preview: Things are moving around town
This fall’s dance events include reprises at local companies.
- The view from the throne
We think we're turning Japanese, we think we're turning Japanese, we really think so. The Japanese have a tremendous obsession with toilets. But the Narragansett Bay Commission, which oversees treatment of metropolitan Providence's sewage, are getting in the game with their upcoming celebration of World Toilet Day (no, we're not kidding).
- So much to do
On FRIDAY (the 9th), stop by the Armory in East Greenwich for a Toys for Tots bash led by TONY JONES & THE CRETIN 3 , THE REVEREND BASTIEN , and more; the all-ages shindig includes a "junk food buffet" with the $10 door donation.
- Rap ’n’ roots ’n’ ...
THURSDAY (the 1st) marks the return of alt-goth locals HEMLOK , performing at Dusk (a great spot tucked behind Da Hill, 401.714.0444).
- Lolita Black at AS220!
Last call for a Thanksgiving Eve bash on WEDNESDAY (the 23rd) at the Spot Underground, with SAUCE leading an eight-band lineup which also includes PLASTIC SUNSHINE , STARFORCE TRIO , ABLETHOUGHT , and more.
- Roz Raskin and the Rice Cakes break out the Monster jams
Roz Raskin returned to scene of the crime last weekend, all smiles on Empire Street prior to the Rice Cakes' outdoor set at Foo Fest.
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