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TAJ MAHAL I've been following my big brother's musical advice since I was 10 years old. And while that used to mean listening to David Bowie, Joan Jett, and the Clash, times have changed for both of us. I know he's psyched for Taj Mahal's show because the diversity of the instrumentation, the breadth of the influences, and the length of the jammy interludes just can't be beat. Bring a blanket, have a seat, stay a while. And say hi to my brother for me if you see him. Real Mainstage, 4-5:15 p.m. L.L.

GUIDED BY VOICES Watching Guided by Voices without a beer in hand might seem inherently wrong, but at least ringleader Bob Pollard is a powerful intoxicant in and of himself. While many so-called indie bands accustomed to cozy clubs would perish on an arena stage, GBV's supergroup predilections should be well served here. Expect the customary "Baba O'Riley" cover to be rendered all the more spectacular. DMX MUSIC Boombox, 7:45-10 p.m. P.F.

CLAY PATRICK MCBRIDE

Guided by Voices

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THE MAKERS If you've got the balls to name your album Rock Star God (Sub Pop), chances are you put on a damn good show. The Makers split no hairs about their tight-jeaned self-righteousness, but isn't that what rock and roll is all about? BumberClub at EMP's Sky Church, 8:45-9:45 p.m. L.L.

TIGHT BROS FROM WAY BACK WHEN I wasn't around when AC/DC had something to prove, but I'm sure Tight Bros' Jared Warren could hold his own against Bon Scott in any screech-off. Course, these guys must be sick of the AC/DC comparisons, most of which are stretches anyway. Tight Bros perform their chainsaw tavern rock with as much abandon and as little proficiency as possible, which makes lines like "You keep a rockin' till the brink of day!" pretty damn authentic. BumberClub at EMP's Sky Church, 10:15-11:15 p.m. A.B.