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MoveOn.org Civic Action and the Courage Campaign join forces tonight for “Dance for Equality,” a benefit to continue the fight against Prop 8, and to help restore marriage equality in California.

“Dance for Equality,” comes on the heels of recent developments in Proposition 8 litigation, including news that the latest Prop 8 appeal is headed to the California Supreme Court, and news that Attorney General Kamala Harris requested the Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to dismiss its order prohibiting same-sex marriages until the appeal case is resolved.

Tonight’s benefit at the Avalon features DJ sets from Moby, The Crystal Method, and renowned street artist Shepard Fairey, as well as sets by DJ Dan and Jason Bentley, host of KCRW’s “Morning Becomes Eclectic.”

Lisa Edelstein (“House”), Heather Graham, director-writer Paul Haggis and AIDS Quilt creator, Cleve Jones, serve as hosts for the event.

“Dance for Equality” takes place tonight, March 2^nd from 8 PM – 2 AM, at Avalon in Hollywood.  Tickets are $25 in advance / $35 at the door.

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Sweden’s answer to All-American PB&J, Peter Bjorn and John, rally the young folks for a SOLD OUT headlining gig tonight at School Night.  The trio performs at Bardot in Hollywood in support of their forthcoming album, Gimme Some, due in March.  Joining them on the stage are Tristen, and DJ sets from Alex Luke and DJ Valida.  Download Peter Bjorn and John’s new single, “Breaker Breaker,” and check out tonight’s schedule, below:

Doors at 9 PM
Tristen at 10:30 PM
Alex Luke at 11 PM
Peter, Bjorn & John at 12 AM
DJ Valida at until 2AM

Doors open at 9pm and tonight’s event is free with RSVP if you are 21+. ($10 at the door for 18+) Unfortunately, RSVP’s for tonight’s show are closed, visit School Night’s website for more information.

Early arrival is recommended, as an RSVP doesn’t guarantee entrance.

Peter Bjorn and John’s new album, Gimme Some, releases March 29^th via StarTime International.

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If the regular old haunted house or ghost tour just won’t cut it this Halloween, go all out with L.A.’s-own KCRW, as the radio station plays host to the second-annual KCRW Halloween Masquerade Costume Ball & Dance Party.  The Masquerade includes a special DJ set by Cut Chemist, live performances by The Duke Spirit and Gram Rabbit, and 14 of KCRW’s resident DJ’s spinning into the witching hour.

In addition to the aural decadence, the Masquerade also features 5 uniquely themed rooms, 4 stages, interactive experiences with the vaudeville circus troupe, Lucent Dossier, tales of the macabre with L.A.’s finest storytellers, and a handful of frightfully tasty artisan food trucks.

KCRW Halloween Masquerade Costume Ball & Dance Party takes place on Saturday, October 30^th at the Legendary Park Plaza.  General admission is $75, and $85 at the door (cash only).  The event is 21+ and ticket holders will be required to show ID at the door.  For more information, visit the Official 2010 Masquerade Website.

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A Fine Frenzy and Lucy Schwartz do Monday night Hollywood-style.  This edition of the weekly School Night event, curated and hosted by Chris Douridas of KCRW, serves as the record release show for twenty year-old Lucy Schwartz’s debut LP, Life in Letters. Special guests including Aqualung, Landon Pigg, The Rescues, and Lady Danville & Nina Storey, are set to share the stage with Schwartz for the musical festivities.

Doors open at 9pm and the event is free with RSVP if you are 21+. ($10 at the door for 18+).

Early arrival is recommended, as an RSVP doesn’t guarantee entrance.

RSVP for School Night HERE

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Timbre Tantrum previously profiled Active Child as one of our “Underrated and Infuriated” artists, and tonight (Monday 7/12/10), Active Child performs a FREE concert in L.A. as part of KCRW-sponsored School Night. Read the rest of this entry →

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