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“The Olm” at [H]ohm

Steve Hammond’s metal voice is aural Prozac, and his unaffected vocals are sublime and compelling, too. But the multi-
Steve Hammond’s metal voice is aural Prozac, and his unaffected vocals are sublime and compelling, too. But the multi-
Practice the sincerist form of flattering Tim Burton as Jack the Pumpkin King, Sally, Oogie Boogie or “Sandy Claws” at Launchpad (618 Central SW) on Saturday, Dec. 28. That evening Thee Sanctuary presents A Nightmare After Christmas II, where DJs Dammerung, Nihil and Suspence spin classic goth club hits, pre-industrial, glorious synthpop—cue Ministry’s With Sympathy please—to Christian Death in their Only Theatre of Pain prime, newer hellectro and EDM. In addition to a raffle and Skinny Puppy ticket giveaways, vendors include Punk Rock Art Mafia aka PRAM (punk rock/art brut) and Mugaru Rose of Creeptic Cryptations (memento mori). The doors to this 21-and-over Christmas Town get-down creak open at 8:30pm, and admission is $6.66.
Richard Strauss’ chamber-
Do you approve of the usage surge of the term “chillwave” and the high-pitched, glitchy vocals, sparkling and gurgling electronics and occasional chopped-and-screwed vibe signified? If you’re not sure, find out at Sister (407 Central NW) on New Year’s Eve; that’s Tuesday, Dec. 31. San Franciscan dream-pop, chillwave and experimental electronic artist Giraffage aka Charlie Yin visits Burque as we drive out 2013. House musician Nathan New, swervegaze act Reighnbeau and Colorado Springs dream-hop artist Metallic Clouds provide psychedelic assistance. The 21-plus party starts at 9pm, and presale tickets are $25. If you plan on savoring celebratory bubbly, designate a driver, splurge on a cab or access safe ride services; stay safe while having a blast. Bring a sweater, hydrate—with water, I mean—and hit up vendors, food trucks and late-night eateries for snacks to bolster your booze tolerance.