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Quirky Britpop, indie, and rocktronica bands always have a friendly home at "popscene," the weekly party that worked overtime this year to bring live shows from the likes of the Killers, Elefant, the Cardigans, Ambulance LTD, and IMA Robot, and even managed to put a couple of Smiths behind its turntables. This week's "Christmas Eve Eve Party"will give regular DJs Aaron Axelsen, Disco Shawn, and Nako a chance to musically commune with one of their favorite guests, DJ Omar (who was an original partner in "popscene"). The club's 18-and-over policy (a rarity in this city) ensures that the energy levels are pumping and the wallflowers are scarce. Celebrate the night before the night before on Thursday, Dec. 23, at 330 Ritch; for more information, visit www.popscene-sf.com.
-- Tamara Palmer

"Christmas Eve Eve Party" at "popscene."

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-- Tamara Palmer

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