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JAZZ: Serbian guitar virtuoso Goran Ivanovic leads Eastern Blok at Twins Jazz. The group blends traditional Balkan melodies with the improvisational elements of jazz. Tonight’s performance will also feature the vocal talents of singer Grazyna Auguscik. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

DJ: At the Rock and Roll Hotel, Kev Brown, Oddisee and several other producers are remixing tracks from the classic Nas album, Illmatic. Inner Loop Records’ Illmatic Remix Party costs $20, and starts at 9 p.m.

MUSIC: Atlanta’s Dropsonic are at The Velvet Lounge with Orlando-based band History and a new local band, Regiment, made up of members of well-known acts such as Lode Runner, Ra Ra Rasputin and Koko. Doors open at 9 p.m., show starts at 9:30 p.m. $7. 21+.

ART: Big Bear Cafe is featuring spoken word by writer Bernard Welt, projections by Colby Caldwell, and audio art by BLK w/BEAR. Free, 8 p.m.

COMEDY: Comedian and HBO talk-show host Bill Maher performs standup tonight at DAR Constitution Hall. Tickets are still available from Ticketmaster for $52.50 to $68.50. 8 p.m.

READING: Ellen Cooney, author of A Private Hotel for Gentle Ladies, will make an appearance at the Olsson’s in Dupont Circle to discuss and sign copies of her new novel, Lambrusco. Come for the book reading, stay for the Lambrusco wine and pizza tasting. 7 p.m.