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Here are three notable music/comedy shows in the area tonight:
Kwanzaa Extravaganza with Michael Blackson (above)Michael Blackson, labeled the African King of Comedy, will headline this holiday celebration. Inspired by the stand-up comedy of Eddie Murphy, Blackson began in the early 1990s to develop his own comedy act in Philadelphia before moving on to TV and films. His résumé includes a scene-stealing performance in "Next Friday."When • Thursday, Dec. 30, at 8 p.m.Where • Club 90, 9065 S. 150 West, SandyTickets • $17 for general admission, $30 for VIP, at SmithsTix
Faux New Year's EveAndy Frasco & The UN is a California-based jam band that will headline Bar Deluxe's holiday celebration. Marinade, a Salt Lake City funky reggae-rock band, is also on the bill.When • Thursday, Dec. 30, at 8 p.m.Where • Bar Deluxe, 666 S. State St., Salt Lake CityTickets • $5 at 24Tix
BLVDBased in San Francisco, BLVD is a dance-inflected rock band that's fresh off a tour of Fiji and Australia. (Enjoy the snow, guys!) Its tracks have been licensed by Victoria's Secret, AOL, Fuel, MTV and CBS. The trio's live show features drummer/producer Dylan McIntosh, electric guitarist Curtis Sloane and bass/synth player Tripp Bains.When • Thursday, Dec. 30, at 9:30 p.m.Where • Downstairs, 625 Main St., Park CityTickets • $10 in advance, $12 day of, at 24Tix