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This weekend's top music picks

By: Nancy Dunham
Special to The Examiner
October 29, 2009

Shows that should be on your must-see list this weekend:

Tonight

Kevin Gordon. This legendary Louisiana singer/songwriter has written songs recorded by Keith Richard, Levon Helm and other music legends. With Janine Wilson. Details: $12; 9 p.m., Iota, 2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington; no advance sales, 703-522-8340; iotaclubandcafe.com

Friday

Vic Chestnutt Band. Michael Stipe of REM is such a fan, he produced this band's first two full-length albums. With Clare And the Reasons. Details: $13; 9 p.m., Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW; 202-667-4490; blackcatdc.com

Saturday

A Fine Frenzy. The singer/songwriter is back touring behind her CD "Bomb in a Birdcage." With Among the Oak & Ash, Landon Pigg. Details: $25; 7:30 p.m., Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; ticketmaster.com

Sunday

Simian Mobile Disco. Don't miss the United Kingdom-based indie duo's electronic sound. Details: $20; 10 p.m. late show, 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW; 800-955-5566; 930.com

69 Eyes. Goth n' Roll at its finest. Details: $18; Jaxx Nightclub & Restaurant, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield; ticketmaster.com



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