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Kimya Dawson, Wednesday, August 5:  Most people would agree that it's fair to characterize Kimya Dawson, and her entire musical career, as a fairly galvanizing phenomenon.  Between her (some think charmingly, some annoyingly) amateurish sound, frequent use of twelve year old caliber humor (some find her fart jokes refreshingly anti-serious, others think she's just contributing to a lower level of discourse), and her fairly recent foray into the half-world of children's songs that are frequently too mature for actual children (yet not even remotely aiming for mainstream adult audiences), Dawson has a love it or hate it style.  She's probably fine with that.  In fact, that dichotomy of perception has helped Dawson's recent resurgence through the widespread popularity of quirky teen romance Juno, and its soundtrack, for which Dawson provided seven songs (one with her erstwhile anti-folk outfit The Moldy Peaches).  Through both its narrative arc and its musical backdrop, that movie is, as AllMusic reviewer Stephen Thomas Erlewine so aptly puts it, all about aEœhow the world-weary sarcasm of Gen-X rubs against the unapologetic quirkiness of Gen-Y.aE Clearly, Dawson finds her inspiration further along the alphabutt. . .er, alphabetical rift of the generation gap.  Whether or not you commiserate is likely a sign of your mental age. With Paleface, No One & the Somebodies, Turbosleaze. Vera Project, 305 Harrison St. 374-8372 7:30 p.m. $10. All ages. Note by NICHOLAS HALL

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Nebula, Dinosaur Jr., and Cosmic Panther Land Band are also making appearances

Nebula, Dinosaur Jr., and Cosmic Panther Land Band are also making appearances in Seattle this week. Check out…

Duff McKagan: Faith in Rock: Welcome Duff! Great Piece! I'm not at all embarrassed to admit I spent an entire year in 8th grade algebra reading about you in Circus magazine (carefully enclosed in my math book) and making point by points lists of whether I should marry you or Slash. I got a D, still can't do algebra, and married a tax attorney, funny how things work out. Look forward to reading more! Cheers! - Submitted by MDL

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Between Dategirl’s advice, mega-concerts, and the primary elections, there was a lot

Between Dategirl’s advice, mega-concerts, and the primary elections, there was a lot to read during the week of…

Of Jane's Addiction, Jonathan Cunningham said: Perry Farrell, the true leader of Jane's Addiction, seems a little creepy to me. He also seemed old. And I hate to say that...I really do.

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Among the many bands that played at Sasquatch on Sunday, May 24

Among the many bands that played at Sasquatch on Sunday, May 24 were Jane’s Addiction, Mad Rad, TV…

Great ensemble rock in the proud tradition of the E Street Band

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Great ensemble rock in the proud tradition of the E Street Band

Great ensemble rock in the proud tradition of the E Street Band and the Arcade Fire. Only hella…

A member of the Kittitas County CattlemenaE™s Association helps a member of EllensburgaE™s Hispanic community carry a box of food to her car.

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“The arrests constitute one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in state

“The arrests constitute one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in state history, according to Northwest Immigrant Rights…

...one of the biggest buzzes generated from it all wasnaE™t in relation to the headliners, but rather Dyme Def, who commanded the room for 30 minutes of raucous, sweat drenched rap bliss.

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This week, Jonathan Cunningham profiles Dyme Def, an up-and-coming hip-hop group looking

This week, Jonathan Cunningham profiles Dyme Def, an up-and-coming hip-hop group looking to make their mark on the…

"House of the Unholy #2: An Evening of Led Zeppelin Burlesque!" went

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“House of the Unholy #2: An Evening of Led Zeppelin Burlesque!” went

“House of the Unholy #2: An Evening of Led Zeppelin Burlesque!” went down at the Triple Door on…

In this week's First Call feature in Voracious, Aja Pecknold writes about

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In this week’s First Call feature in Voracious, Aja Pecknold writes about

In this week’s First Call feature in Voracious, Aja Pecknold writes about bartender Brian Patrick Green at the…

The rite of cupping has been around for centuries among coffee traders. But now, following a pattern already well-established by marketers of wine, olive oil, and the like, a highly technical evaluation protocol once reserved for industry pros is being pitched to consumers.

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As a marketing strategy, “cupping” is straight from the wine-industry playbook. As

As a marketing strategy, “cupping” is straight from the wine-industry playbook. As a means of enjoying coffee, it’s…

Neko Case, Valhalla Studios, www.valhallastudios.com

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Designs from around the country at this annual showcase, featuring Fleet Foxes,

Designs from around the country at this annual showcase, featuring Fleet Foxes, Wilco, Snoop, and others.Published on September…

Best Outdoor Dining: Some cities content themselves with a few chairs on a busy sidewalk. Around here you're only impressed by pink-edged sunsets, gorgeous water views, hotties on kayaks, and the stunning silhouettes of the Olympics on the horizon. Luckily, the deck at Ray's obliges, along with blankets for when it gets chilly. 6049 Seaview Ave. N.W., 789-3770, rays.com.

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Every year in Best of SeattleR readers tell about all their favs,

Every year in Best of SeattleR readers tell about all their favs, from the best TV weather forecaster…

Bookstore Bar, 92 Madison St., (206)624-3646. librarybistro.com.

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“The Bookstore Bar doesn’t look like it suffers from instability. As the

“The Bookstore Bar doesn’t look like it suffers from instability. As the name implies, the snug, dimly lit…

Saturday's show was Eric Howk's first with the band after an accident

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Saturday’s show was Eric Howk’s first with the band after an accident

Saturday’s show was Eric Howk’s first with the band after an accident left him partially paralyzed.Published on September…

Turn around, I want to say hi!

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The Seattle Kennel Club held its annual dog show last weekend. What

The Seattle Kennel Club held its annual dog show last weekend. What we learned is that dogs are…

Can't Quit Clinton: I don't care who you vote for any longer. The Democratic Primary has been over for a long time now, and to waste time on this group of 'whiners' when we already have a 'winner' is plain pathetic. Vote for whoever you like, but don't threaten folks with your vote and don't claim you are a Democrat. Also, when you've handed John McCain (whose policies have mirrored George Bush's over the past seven years) the White House, please promise everyone that you'll lead the movement to apologize to real progressives and the rest of the world for the continued damage to our planet that McCain and his merry men of Bush followers will surely have done when--it's all said and done. - Submitted by Jake from Lynnwood

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It was another week of elephants, philanderers, Hillary, and the Backstreet Boys.

It was another week of elephants, philanderers, Hillary, and the Backstreet Boys. Read the comments here, then follow…

Bill Frisell played Dimitriou's Jazz Alley on June 28. He's performing there

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Bill Frisell played Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley on June 28. He’s performing there

Bill Frisell played Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley on June 28. He’s performing there through July 2.Published on September 10,…

All photos by Renee McMahon.Published on June 2, 2010

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All photos by Renee McMahon.Published on June 2, 2010

All photos by Renee McMahon.Published on June 2, 2010

Death Cab For Cutie's frontman played a sold-out set at the Showbox

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Death Cab For Cutie’s frontman played a sold-out set at the Showbox

Death Cab For Cutie’s frontman played a sold-out set at the Showbox on Sunday, with David Bazan. The…

Occupy Seattle held a Silent Flash March at Westlake Park Monday -

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Occupy Seattle held a Silent Flash March at Westlake Park Monday –

Occupy Seattle held a Silent Flash March at Westlake Park Monday – an event commemorating the one-year anniversary…

Sub Pop founder Jonathan Poneman & Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil

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On Wednesday, April 2, Ballard’s Hattie Hat was taken over by members

On Wednesday, April 2, Ballard’s Hattie Hat was taken over by members of Soundgarden, Mudhoney, The Shins, and…