MUSIC: Three of DC’s most unique sounding bands take over the Black Cat this Wendesday. Imperial China (***) packs a punch with furious percussion and keyboards that bring to mind bands like Battles. True Womanhood is more melancholy with their Radiohead meets Sonic Youth tunes. And Caverns round out the bill with a sound that’s both punk and experimental. 9 p.m., $8.

HAPPY HOUR: Tonight head over to Toledo Lounge for half price grilled cheese and hot dogs, $3 rail drinks and $2 drafts, from 6 to 8 p.m.

JAZZ: Local saxophonist Stan Killian performs every Wednesday at Twins Jazz. Call 202-432-0072 for set time and cover information.

BOOKS: Nancy Whitney-Reiter will be at the Olsson’s in Dupont Circle to talk about her ode to the process of self-discovery, Unplugged: How to Disconnect from the Rat Race, Have an Existential Crisis, and Find Meaning and Fulfillment. 7 p.m.

TEEVEE: Get back home around 9 p.m. to hear some of the big hitters at the Democratic National Convention speak tonight, including President Bill Clinton, Sen. John Kerry, Gov. Bill Richardson, and of course, Vice Presidential nominee, Sen. Joe Biden.

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