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Top music events in Washington this week

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Published on January 16, 2019
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If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Washington. From local DJ sets to live jazz, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.

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New 9th City: A 9th Wonder Birthday Celebration at Baby Wale

First, this Sunday, fans of hip-hop producer 9th Wonder (aka Patrick Denard Douthit) are invited to join his birthday celebration at Baby Wale. DJs Wally Sparks, Cuzzin B, Face, Jay*Clipp and Puffdragon will share time behind the decks. 

When: Sunday, Jan. 20, 10 p.m.- Monday, Jan. 21, 2 a.m.
Where: Baby Wale, 1124 Ninth St. NW
Price: $20
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'Good Company' at Lost Society

Also on Sunday, the Good Company party takes over 14th Street's Lost Society. RSVP to move for free to DJs Malcom Xavier, Matthew Law and Filet Mignon until the wee hours of the morning.

When: Sunday, Jan. 20, 10 p.m.- Monday, Jan. 21, 3 a.m.
Where: Lost Society, 2001 14th St. NW
Price: Free
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M3 at Blues Alley

Finally, Blues Alley, one of the nation's longest running jazz supper clubs, is offering half-price tickets for tonight's performance by the trio M3. M3 consists of saxophonist Marcus Mitchel, multi-instrumentalist Marcus Young and saxophonist Marcus Anderson. In addition to music and drinks, guests can take advantage of Blues Alley's selection of Louisiana steak and seafood dishes.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 10 p.m.
Where: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Price: $11
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