Here's what I got:

-- Dance Me Pregnant and Noah's Ark Was a Spaceship at The 49'r. Why not? I generally don't like going to The Niner because there's no place to stand without being in someone's way. But few other venues in town have the holiday vibe that The Niner has this late in December. $3-$5, 9:30 p.m.
-- Evil Beaver and The Big Al Show at Shea Riley's. I haven't seen EB play in six years. There appears to be some controversy about this EB line-up, based on their old website, and apparently lawyers are involved. That won't stop Big Al and Metal Barbie from rocking some "Oregano," though. $5, 9 p.m.
-- The Song Remains the Same at Barfly. $5, 9 p.m. Suddenly these guys are playing all the time. They've got another gig at The Waiting Room next Saturday night.

Saturday night:

-- The Chris Aponick show at The Waiting Room featuring The Terminals, Brimstone Howl and Fucken Snakes. One of the City Weekly's key music writers puts on his own show. Hey, when is someone going to host a Lazy-i showcase? Problem: No bands would play for that sumbitch... $5, 9 p.m.

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