>> Heading over to check out semi-crazy ambient rockers Deerhunter play with Clockcleaner tonight at the Black Cat seems like an entirely reasonable thing to do. 9 p.m., $10.

>> NYC's Beat the Devil host a CD release party at the Red and the Black with Brandon Butler and Revival. Doors 9 p.m. $8.

>> The charity organization Bartending for Change hosts a benefit for Food For All at a happy hour from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at The Argonaut. A $3 optional cover charge at the door will be donated directly to Food For All, a non-profit that provides food for D.C. in temporary situations of need. The H Street NE bar will serve up a few promised drink specials, and all tips will go to Food For All as well.

>> Legendary blues pianist Mose Allison begins a four night stand at Blues Alley tonight. Tickets to the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. sets are available here. $25 + $10 food/drink minimum.

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