Treasure Island Roundup
By Kelsey Bryant

Ladies and gentlemen, Treasure Island is upon us! This fest has been one of the smoothest and refreshingly smallest acts around in the big fest-o-sphere and this year’s bookings are especially drool-worthy. Sure, Deadmau5, LCD Soundsystem, Die Antwoord, Miike Snow and The National are no brainers – but here’s our other picks for how to show up early and handle yourself on one of the best weekends the Bay Area has to offer up!

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THIS WEEK IN SF
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14 – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010
Treasure Island Time! Arguably one of the best festival lineups of the year is happening this weekend – and it’s right in our backyard. Between LCD Soundsystem, Deadmau5, !!! and Miike Snow on Saturday and The National, She & Him, Broken Social Scene and Phosphorescent mellowing out Sunday – this boutique festival is making waves in the Bay. Check out our underdog picks and what the night shows are offering up. We’ll see you there!
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THIS WEEK IN SF
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7 – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2010
OMGZ!?! Ladies, find your little red panties… 3eb is back in town for one free afternoon – at 1pm TODAY! Macy’s is throwing “The Ultimate Tailgate” in Union Square with models, “Vintage and Iconic American style”, a meet-and-greet with the real Tommy Hilfiger and – oh, yeah – Third Eye Blind! Drop $75 on Tommy Hilfiger wear and be first in line to meet Stephan (sigh) himself.
This Week’s Music Lowdown:
- Oct 7: Klaxons @ Great American Music Hall: London …

THIS WEEK IN SF
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23-29, 2010
See you on Monday: SF cocktail week may be in full swing this week, but if you really want to get your buzz on – head over to John Colin’s Monday night and partake in our 5 Hour Hosted Bar Extravaganza. With DJs spinning all night and drink specials to keep you going the latter part of the evening – the only choice you really have is to get on the list and bring your peoples.
Bringing the Womp: Dub and …

The Love Parade may have been canceled this year (talk about the ultimate bummer), but that doesn’t mean the party’s over. Venues across San Francisco are opening up their doors for the weekend with artists including ATB, Shpongle, Infected Mushroom and more. Here’s the best of what’s going down:
NextAid, supperclub and Kollol present:SolidarityIn memory of the lives lost at Love Parade 2010, Germany. Proceeds go toward NextAid’s work in Africa.Venue: supperclubWhen: Thursday, Sepember 30th – 9pm-2amCost: Donation (RSVP here)
LovEvolution Live, Goldenvoice & Tantra present:Infected Mushroom (Live PA and Rare …

The Treasure Island Night Shows have been announced and it looks like the crowds will be heading to Divis after that cushy bus ride back to AT&T Park. Here’s who you have to look forward to so far:
Dan Black // Butterfly Bones
Thursday, October 14th
This alt-pop Brit seems to have a penchant for San Francisco. Some of you may have caught the the glittery face-painted fellow over at Popscene in February or Barrel House a few months ago. Here’s your chance to see him again.The Independent $15
8:30pm doors / 9pm show

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The Exotic Erotic Ball celebrated its 30th (or “XXX”) Anniversary last October with a gigantic off-the-hook blowout party. We were there. It was truly one for the ages. Founder Perry Mann, more known for his PR stunts than candid conversation, gave MetroWize a few frank moments before last year’s Ball, and he has agreed to do so again. We wanted to ask Perry if he planned to top himself. He has plans to do just that.
METROWIZE: So Perry – that was an incredible show last year. …

THIS WEEK IN SF
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 6, 2010
Definitely Absolutely: It’s that time of year again and the 10th Anniversary of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass is set to impress! We’re talking 6 stages and 3 full days of free, folktastic, banjo-huggin’ bands including Umphrey’s McGee, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Avett Brothers, Patti Smith, Joan Baez, Conor Oberst and way more. Even if bluegrass ain’t your scene, there’s no excuse not to bring a couple six-packs, some friends and enjoy the view.
Love Festivities: The cancellation of this Saturday’s LovEvolution is …

Halloween in San Francisco is once again filled up with parties and events, and San Francisco’s clubs and promoters are kicking things up to be bigger, bolder and wilder than ever. Halloween 2010 may fall on a Sunday this year, but that’s not holding anyone back from throwing down all weekend long. So start on that costume and make your plans – here’s what San Francisco’s offering up:
Oct. 29 – 31: Club Blood @ Ruby Skye
Ruby Skye always goes above and beyond and this year is no exception. Spending $20,000 …