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It's not surprising to learn that Y La Bamba's records have been produced by the disparate likes of the Decemberists' Chris Funk and Los Lobos' Steve Berlin. The ornate instrumentation calls to mind the revivalist classicism of the Decemberists, as well as the Latin rock of Los Lobos, but the
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From the cacophonous pounding of the drums that open Golden Gardens' Bellflower EP, you'd be excused for thinking that a Spector-esque wall of '60s sound was coming your way. As it is, that sound almost immediately gives way to a gothic, Nick Cave-esque haze. Churchly piano and '80s synths waft
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If you can say one thing about Rogues Gallery (formerly Jipsea Party), it's that they're clearly devoted to the mad energy of their spectacle. Their gypsy punk is a familiar enough style, but they infuse it with a fervency and a momentum that raises them above some of their other
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We list major concerts going on sale this weekend, as well as national touring acts performing in the Puget Sound this week. SECRET TICKET CODE TM = Ticketmaster, 253.627.TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com TWEB = Ticketweb, 866.468.7623, www.ticketweb.com >>> ON SALE NOW Cecile McLorin Salvant Seattle. Feb. 17-18 7:30 pm. $30.50 (Jazz Alley, jazzalley.com) The Mountain Goats Seattle. May
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Brian Skerry travels the world photographing marine life. His images are stunning; his stories mesmerizing; his job awesome. He's an acclaimed National Geographic photographer who captivates his audiences with the same enthusiasm and excitement with which he captures his subjects. Skerry's award winning underwater photography will demonstrate the mystery of
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BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Billy Shew Band Open Jam Session. 8 pm. NC. COMEDY/GAMES Tacoma Comedy Club Tacoma - Downtown. Comedian Mo Mandel: Barmageddon. 8 pm. $15. The Ram Restaurant and Brewery Tacoma. Geeks Who Drink pub quiz. 8:30 pm. NC. Little Creek Casino
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BLUES Rhythm and Rye Olympia - Downtown. Mudcat. 9 pm. Jazzbones Tacoma - Sixth Avenue. The Hank Shreve Band. 6 pm. $10. COMEDY/GAMES Tacoma Comedy Club Tacoma - Downtown. Comedian Mo Mandel: Barmageddon. 8 and 10:30 pm. $15. The Hub at Gig Harbor Gig Harbor. Late Night Trivia.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC The Gig Spot Gig Harbor. Devin Sinha, Dave Hannon. All Ages. 8 pm. Morso Wine Bar Gig Harbor. Mouths of Babes. 8 pm. $15. King's Books Tacoma - Stadium District. Too Tiny Concert, featuring Josiah French, Mom & Dad Family Tapes, Grace Marston, Sebastian Quintero, Jaylun Hutchison,
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Charlie's Restaurant Puyallup. Acoustic Jam Night. 6-9 pm. NC. BLUES Dave's of Milton Milton. Blues Jam, hosted by Doug McGrew. 7:30 pm. NC. Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Blues Jam, hosted by Tim Hall. 8 pm. Uncle Sam's American Bar & Grill Spanaway. Sunday Blues
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BLUES Uncle Sam's American Bar & Grill Spanaway. Blues Monday with Black Rose. 7 pm. NC. COMEDY/GAMES The Hub Tacoma - Stadium District. Bar Bingo. Win $100 in cash prizes. 6-8 pm. Harmon Tap Room Tacoma - Stadium District. Tap Room Trivia. 6-8 pm. Farrelli's Gourmet Wood Fire
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It is a visitor you never want to have as a military spouse. An innocent knock at the door becomes a nightmare when you learn that the caller is a Casualty Assistance Officer (CAO) who has come to tell you that your loved one has died in service to his
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South Puget Sound's most popular annual art exhibition returns for 2015 and it's bigger and better than ever. It's the postcard show. Artists are invited to enter postcard-size works of art. Size is the only limitation, and artists are encouraged to respond to a theme. This
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South Puget Sound's most popular annual art exhibition returns for 2015 and it's bigger and better than ever. It's the postcard show. Artists are invited to enter postcard-size works of art. Size is the only limitation, and artists are encouraged to respond to a theme. This year's theme is "Out
