GROOVES

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Thursday, January 6

Dodo Munoko & La Rumba Band at the West End. African beat you can count on. 1301 Fifth St. Santa Monica. 310.313.3293

YESKA at Dino's Cocktail Club, The Viper Room. Dig their latin beat and get lost in the groovy kitsch-cool of Dino's Cocktail Club. These guys have been around a long time and they're still rockin' like Pick-a-peppa in July. 8852 Sunset Blvd. 310.358.1880

Roseanne, Dean Del Rey, Kane at the Mint. Yes, it's THAT Roseanne. The one who immortalized frumpy housewifery and gave those less than perfect inspiration and comfort knowing that not every superstar need look like a super model -- that is, until she got a makeover, plastic surgery, threw out her frumpy old sweats and squeezed into a pair of leopardskin spandex, flipping her new fall down over her eyes and attempting to belt out the blues. Go girl, be all you can be, just turn down the mic and don't get mad if we stare in disbelief when you do "Please Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" by the Animals and you can barely hold the tune (as seen on The Late Late show). You gotta hand it to her though, it takes guts to get out there and sing badly. The novelty of it is worth the price of admission--and I hear she's got some top notch musicians backing her up. It's worth a peek. She's on a double bill with Dean Del Rey featuring members of Sheryl Crow, Counting Crows and the Wallflowers. 6010 Pico. 323.954.8241 

Mark Murphy with the Alan Broadbent Trio at the Jazz Bakery. Top jazz cat Mark Murphy joins Alan Broadbent for an evening of revelry and reverence. 3233 Helms Ave. Culver City. 310.271.9039

No Time at Luna Park. With such zany hits as "Eat All The Old People" and "Smell My Finger," you can guess the demographics of these guys. In the spirit of Dr. Demento meets Porkys, there's bound to be lots of goofy KROQ lovers in dayglo running around this classy joint tonight. If you miss the show you can also check them out at www.notime.org 665 N. Robertson. 310.652.0611. 

Tex Twill, The Fressa's at Spaceland. Spaceland features consistently cool, rockin' shows and this night'll be no exception. 1717 Silverlake Blvd. 213.833 2843

MILK at Fais Do Do. Play some groovy ping pong, watch a little video, dance to your favorite cheesy rock idol songs and rub elbows with Mia & Judy as guest DJ Woody spins everything from Guns and Roses to KC & The Sunshine Band to Bowie and The Sex Pistols. 5253 W. Adams Blvd. 310.764.0763.

Friday, January 7

Bamboleo at the Conga Room. One of the hottest Cuban bands is in town tonight at the pricey, trendy but elegant Conga room. 5364 Wilshire Blvd. 323.938.1696

Marlowe, Billion Stars, Sticky Fingers at 14 Below. Just in case you missed them the first time around, Sticky Fingers brings you the Stones revisited at 14 Below tonight. 1348 14th St., Santa Monica 310.451.5040

Brian Jonestown Massacre, Space Twins, Persephone's Bees at Spaceland. Another post punk paradise for the loud crowd to get lost in the mayhem of crunch and grind in the season of post holiday blues. 1717 Silverlake Blvd. 213.833 2843

Megadeath at the House of Blues. When Megadeath toured with Spinal Tap, most thought Megadeath was the spoof band. Bring your earplugs for a metler's holiday. (Also on Sat.) 8430 Sunset Strip 323.848.5100 www.hob.com

Babyland, Third Grade Teacher at the Coconut Teaszer. There's nothing like a little punk rock to get your ire up, and the 'tease is offering up decent double bill for those in need of a little 1-2-3-4, 1-2-3-4!!!! 8117 Sunset 323 654.4773

Saturday, January 8

James Intveld at the Culver Saloon. If Elvis and Patsy Cline had a son who was raised by Merle Haggard and schooled by Buddy Holly and Chuck Berry, perhaps he might sound a little like Mr. Intveld. At once a rollicking rocker, at other times a tender crooner. He was featured in the John Waters' film Crybaby, and he usually steals the show at the yearly Elvis Bash with his dead ringers. Catch him tonight before the big show at the House of Blues on Sunday. 11513 Washington Blvd., Culver City. 310.391.1519 http://people.we.mediaone.net/chuckandco 

Candye Kane at Cozy's. Recently featured on the House of Blues' compilation of top female blues performers, in the company of such heavyweights as Bessie Smith and Etta James, Candye Kane has certainly paid enough dues to be included in that batch of hard-hitting, no holds barred bunch of gals. Whether she's belting out one of her original blues songs, yodeling a self-penned country tune, or swingin' with the best of 'em, she's come a long way from her east LA roots as a single mom supporting herself as a stripper and X-rated model. Unashamed and free-spirited (she once refused CBS top guns who demanded she become a born again Christian and denounce her past in order to get a record deal), Ms. Kane has persevered where so many might have fallen. Just back from her European tour and working on a new Rounder Records release, Candye Kane proves that sensationalism might get you noticed, but talent keeps 'em coming back for more. 14058 Ventura. 818.986.6000

Downset at the Roxy. Local punk wunderkinds and critics' darlings rock the house tonight with all the piss and vinegar you might expect. 9009 Sunset. 310.276.2222

John Doe, Eleni Mandell at Largo. Ex-X punk/folk/rock-god cum actor John Doe manages to sound just a little wistful and sad even when he's blowing the roof off the house with a gut wrenching howl. There's also something so sincere about him that you'll forgive him his flops and keep coming back for just one more. 432 N Fairfax. 323.852.1073

Johnny Dowd at Jack's Sugar Shack. A little grizzled but still just as fine, catch him tonight on Hollywood and Vine. 1707 N. Vine. 323.466.7005

Sunday, January 9

15th Annual Elvis Birthday Bash at the House of Blues. The folks at the ol' House o' Blues are being mighty secretive about this one. They're not announcing who's playing, but I can tell you that in the past, such luminaries as Dwight Yoakum and Tom Petty have graced the stage of this stellar event. From local rockabillies like Russell Scott, Big Sandy, Rosie Flores, Candye Kane and James Intveld to legends like Wanda Coleman, Ray Campi and Tony Conn they all usually wind up here sooner or later, so be prepared. 8430 Sunset Strip 323.848.5100 www.hob.com

Matinee Children's Show with Peter Himmelman at McCabe's. He'll most likely be doing some songs from his children's CD titled "My Best Friend Is A Salamander." 11am, but get there early, his last children’s show sold out. 3101 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 310 828.4403

Monday, January 10

Peacetrees Vietnam with Pygmy Love Circus, The Leaving Trains, Spooky Pie, Grift, Catal Huyuk, Big Bang Theory, Core, Dog Party, Patty Medina, Paul Sanchez, Bill See and very special guests. Proceeds of the show go to Peacetrees Vietnam. $10 minimum donation at the door for a worthy cause. 8430 Sunset Strip 323.848.5100 www.hob.com

Wednesday, January 12

Fishbone at The Key Club. billed as "The Family Nextperience presents the psychotic Friend's Nuttwerx" with special guests Laughing Stalk. 9039 Sunset Blvd. 310.786.1712

Upcoming

Blue Floyd 1/16 at the Roxy 
The Kids In The Hall 1/22 at the Wiltern

Clubs

Arcadia - Call for schedule. 310.260.4807. Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica. 

Culver Saloon - Thu: 1/6: Jake Labotz, Randy Weeks. Fri. 1/7: The Psychedelic Cowboys, The Randy Weeks Band, Mark Insley. Sat 1/8 Heartthrob crooner James Intveld (See Sat picks above). Fri 1/14: The Paladins! Sat 1/15; Big Sandy. Sun 1/16: Split Lip Rayfield, The Groovy Rednecks and more. Mondays: Kevin Banford & The Bakersfield Boys. Tuesdays: Johnny's Lunch Break (no cover), Wednesdays: The Jon Burton Blues Band (no cover). 11513 Washington Blvd., Culver City. 310.391.1519 http://people.we.mediaone .net/chuckandco 

14 Below - Thu 1/6: Blunt, Paraffin, Parachute. Fri 1/7: Marlowe, Billion Stars, Sticky Fingers, Sat 1/8: Common Sense. 1348 14th St., Santa Monica 310.451.5040

Harvelle's – Downhome westside spot since 1931. Thursdays: The Do Got Band, Saturdays: Blowin' Smoke & the Fabulous Smokettes Sundays: Brian Young & Blue Station "Genuine Chicago Blues" Mondays: Open Mic with Larry Johnson and New Breed (musicians free) 1432 Fourth St., Santa Monica 310.395.1676

Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel - Thu 1/6: The May brothers team up: Benjamin May on bass and Daniel May on piano. 1700 Ocean Ave. 310.458.6700 or Loew's jazz hotline: 310.576.3115

McCabes - Sat 1/8: McCabe's Variety Showcase with Will Safarik, The Acres, Zehnder. Sun 1/9: Matinee Children's Show with Peter Himmelman! He'll most likely be doing some songs from his children's CD titled "My Best Friend Is A Salamander." starts at 11am but get there early--the last one sold out. Fri 1/14: The Del McCoury Band, Sat 1/15: Willy Porter. Fri 1/21: Richard Buckner & Alejandro Escovedo, Fri 1/28: Petra Haden, Woody Jackson, David Piltch & Danny Frankel. 3101 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 310 828.4403

O'Briens Irish Pub & The Oar House - Thursdays: Original Irish folk rock with Ann Marie Montade, Fridays: The Lads, Irish rock straight from Dublin , Mondays: open mic night, Tuesdays: Groove Voodoo.

Red Setter - Mondays: Monday Night Football. Happy Hour. 2615 Wilshire Blvd. (at 26th), Santa Monica, CA 310.449.1811. Boston Pub & Restaurant. Monday Night Football. 

Rusty’s Surf Ranch- Thu 1/6: Dinah Englund, Non Commitals. Fri 1/7: Alison Allison, Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps, Cindy Alter. Sat 1/8: Allette Brookes, Black Angel, Underground RR. Sundays: Karaoke with the Big Kahuna. Mondays: Karaoke & 8-Ball Tourney with the Big Kahuna, Tuesdays: "Women Who Cook" with Niki Smarts, Cindy Alter, Marlowe. Wednesdays: Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps. 256 Santa Monica Pier 310.393.PIER

Scruffy O’Shea’s - Tuesdays: The Fab Four. 822 Washington Blvd., Marina Del Rey 310.821.0833. Infoline: 310.821.2653

St. Mark's - Live Reggae every Wednesday. 23 Windward Ave., Venice Beach. 310.289.3256

Temple Bar - Thu 1/6: IRDJ presents The Ranch with Medusa, Peace, Global Phlowtations, Mikh 9, Zoo Trade. Fri 1/7: Todd Washington, Kim Hill, Beat Pharmacie, Sat 1/8: Foundation, Slow Rider. 1/9: Guest artist Soul of John Black at The Rhythm Room "a weekly ritual of Hi-Octane Percussion & Global Funk Soul with very special guests." Mondays: Come Lounge.. 1026 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica 310.393.6611

The Gig (West) - Thu 1/6: Billion Stars, Diamond Heist, Velin. Fri 1/7: Aaron T & The Movement, Pure Ground, Clyde's Ride. Sat 1/8: Crash, Alana Gentry. Sun 1/9: Jewish Shmooz, Hollywood Shorts. Mon 1/10: The Osgoods, Spitfire Revolution. 11637 W. Pico Blvd., W.L.A. 310.444.9870. 

The Jazz Bakery - Thu 1/6: The Alan Broadbent Trio with Mark Murphy. 3233 Helms Ave. Culver City. 310.271.9039

The Joint - Thu 1/6: Sean Barry. Fri 1/7: Jason Sinay & Friends, Bifff, Well. Sat 1/8: Give, Crankshaft, Joe, Barrell House. Sun 1/9: Score Mastaz with DJs Dr. J and Dr. Zeeke spinning salsa, reggae, rare & 70's funk, plus Dan Doll indie movie screening. Mon 1/10: Ill Will, The Abductors, Full Size, OCD. Tue 1/11: Mobil 1, Astralight Unplugged, American Paint. Wed 1/12: Uncle Tiki, Travis Larson Band, Country Spice & The Racks. Thu 1/13: The Madonabes, Mike Watt, The Leaving Trains, Warsaw, Flynn. Fri 1/14: St. Surreal, Service, Gabriel Mann. Sat 1/15: Davis Waits, Smut Peddlers, Bone Crusher, Joe's Friend. 8771 West Pico. 310 275.2619

The Martini Lounge - Thursdays : Jamaica Live. Mondays: Jump into your zoot suit and swing with the Toledo Show featuring "The Kats. The Dames. The Whole Dirty Deal." 5675 Melrose. Hollywood. 323.467.4068

The Mint - Low key, non pretentious & intimate deco-style hotspot. Thu 1/6: Roseanne (yes, it's THAT Roseanne, playing with her new band), also Dean Del Rey (featuring members of Sheryl Crow, Counting Crows and the Wallflowers), Kane. Fri 1/7: Healing Arts Project presents Dean Del Rey and the All Star Band, Phil Cody, Mark Selinger, and Mark Ford. Proceeds go to the City of Hope and the Hospice Foundation. Sat 1/8: Harry Dean Stanton, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers. 6010 W. Pico Blvd 323.954.8241

The West End - Thursdays: Live World music with Dodo Munoko, La Rumba Band, and DJ Ron Miller, Fridays: The Funky Hippeez, Flashback Saturdays with The M-80's. Tuesdays: Band showcase night. The West End. 5th & Arizona in Santa Monica. 310.313.3292. www.westendclubs.com

Voodoo Night Club & Restaurant - Mondays: "Black Magic Mondays," featuring live blues, R&B, funk, and surprise guests (names being dropped are BB King, John Lee Hooker, Bonnie Raitt, Phish, Eddie Money), Thursdays: "Ritmo Voodoo," beginning Dec. 2, featuring live Latin music including Samba, Mambo, Meringue, Brazilian dancers, and special guests. Friday & Saturday nights promise "the best in Hip Hop, House, Techno, Progressive, Trance, 70's, and 80's." Sundays: "L.A. celebrity guest appearances" featuring "the hottest in R&B and Hip Hop."

Coffeehouses, Cafes & Readings

Abbot Kinney Branch Library - Marshall McLuhan-Finnegan's Wake reading club - 501 S. Venice Blvd, Venice, 6:30pm FREE 310.306.7330 

Anastasia's Asylum - Live music nightly, no cover. 1028 Wilshire, SM. 310.394.7113

Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center- Critically acclaimed events, and weekly reading groups, closed for the holidays until January 18. Call for schedule at 310 822 3006. 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. 

Cow's End - Thursdays - Jeff Lee host open mic night, 7:30 signs ups, Fridays & Saturdays features live, original music -34 Washington Blvd, Venice. 310.574.1080

Midnight Special Bookstore - Open and featured readings, political discussions & groups, renowned authors and reading circles, computer and technology groups, science fiction book club and much more. Thu 1/6, 7pm: Sisterhood Reading Group. This month's book is: WEST WITH THE NIGHT by Beryl Markham. Fri 1/7, 8pm: OPEN & FEATURED POETRY -- Featured poet: Jim Doane. Sun 1/9, 5pm: Jerry Stahl, author of Permanent Midnight, will read & discuss PERV-A Love Story. "Set in the last dark days of 1970 hippiedom, when everyone was high and sex was mainlined." Wed 1/11, 7:30pm: SCIENCE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST. This month's subject: "Air Pollution in Los Angeles" presented by Ron Ketchum. For more, call for schedule: 310.393.2923, 1318 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica. 

Mystic Joe - Sundays - Spiritual/folk music open mic with "Give Me That Old Time Religion," Mondays - Blues open mic with "Blue Mondays," Tuesdays - Gay & lesbian poetry open mic night with "Sappho Speaks." - 2311 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica 310.829.6224

Novel Cafe - Mondays: Open mic comedy with Larry Tompkins. Tuesdays: "Poetry & Selected Undefinables" hosted by Michael Slobotzky, signups 7:30 - 212 Pier Ave., Santa Monica, no cover. 310.396.8566
Rae’s Lounge - Thursdays: No cover country with longtime local-band promoter Ronnie Mack of the Barndance fame. 10939 Venice Blvd 310.202 8464

Rose Café – Wednesdays: Hyperpoets - Open reading sign-ups at 7:30 pm.Rose Ave & Main St., Venice 310.391.0711

Un-Urban Coffee House - Sundays: Spoken word open mic, Mondays: “Songwriter Soiree” open mic, Tuesdays: Harve Mann Jam Night, Wednesdays: Komedy Crunch, open mic, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica 310 315 0056

Van Go's Ear - Thursdays: Jazz Debutantes with Nozomi on vocals. Sip your latte, noodle around in your journal and pretend you're in Paris, soaking in the red hot and cool jazz that wafts up from basement clubs and drifts like smoke through the meandering alleys and sidewalk culture of a nicotine, caffeine and sugar high. Free. 8:30 pm to 12 midnight - 769 Main Street, Venice

Wednesday’s House – 70’s black-velvet paintings & tea cyber-café, Wednesdays: Open mic hosted by Interbang editor Heather Hoffman - 2409 Main Street, Santa Monica 310.452.4486

Writers in Focus - Fridays: Series curated by L.A. poet Laurel Ann Bogen. Free with museum admission 7pm ($7/$5) Gallery 303, Anderson Bldg., L.A. County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire 323.857.6000

Dance Clubs

Club 7969 – Home to such infamous wild nights as: Sin-A-Matic (Sat) & Velvet (Sun) 7969 Santa Monica Blvd., Weho – 323.654 0280 or 654.0281.

Liquid Kitty - DJ Señor Amor spins eclectic smooth lounge for a hipster holiday on Thursdays. Sundays are for lovers and the loveless in the smoky "jazz noir" of Combo-au-Go-Go.

Lounge 217 – featuring Way Out West (Sun.), Flirt (Wed.). 217 Broadway, Santa Monica – 310 394. 6336. 

Lush – Bootie Quake (Thurs.), DJ Richie Rich (Sat.) 2020 Wilshire 
Blvd., Santa Monica. 310.829.1933

St Mark’s - Tantra Bar, featuring Cotton club (soulful Thursdays), Car Wash (funky Fridays), Higherground (Room Records’ after-hours house nights Mid to 5am – Sat), The Realm (underground-electro Thurs – Fri) 23 Windward Ave, Venice – 310.452.2222

Sugar - Includes Chocolate - Sweet Soul Lounge supplied by longtime scenester legend Brendan Mullen (Thursdays). Groovy, funky (Fridays) In the Raw. House & trance at PURE (all other nights). 814 Broadway - Santa Monica - 310.899.1989

Zabumba – Brazilian & Latin dancing & live bands weekly, with wild Fri & Sat nights. 10717 Venice Blvd., W.L.A. 310.841.6525