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Taken from LA Weekly


AFTERSHOCK Wed.-Sat. A restaurant and megaclub in one featuring three rooms, a high-tech lighting and sound system, four full bars, plus five nights of music and dancing. Wed.: Get a Cowboy Attitude and perfect your line dancing with the best country tunes; $6. Thurs.: Funk it up with The Atomic Dogs, a "cosmic funk" show from those retro boys who brought you the Boogie Knights. Dancing to DJs spinning house, Top 40 and disco, too. Free before 10 p.m., $5 after. Fri.: KIIS Party Night hosted by DJ Valentine offers dancing to Top 40 hits; $10. Sat.: a diverse mix of dance music is spun by DJs Paul and Jimmy; $10. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; valet parking; call for dinner resv. 11345 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. (818) 752-9833.

ARENA Thurs.-Sun. This 22,000-square-foot nightclub in a former ice factory features various theme nights. Full bar, food available until mid. Thurs.: Club 6655 offers deep house, hip-hop and East Coast sounds; gay crowd; 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m.; $6. Fri.: techno, house and industrial downstairs, over 18; disco in the upstairs lounge for the over-21 set; 9 p.m.-4 a.m.; $10. Sat.: Hollywood's largest Latino dance club, with Latin music downstairs and live bands upstairs; 9 p.m.-3 a.m.; drag show at 11:30 p.m.; over 21. Sun.: dancing to live Latin bands; families welcome, but under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; $8; valet parking. 6655 Santa Monica Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 462-0714.

AXIS Wed.-Thurs. & Sat. Axis has two pool tables, two full bars and a spacious dance floor for meeting people of every preference. Wed.: Escándalo is for "Latins and their admirers" with DJ Mike-X spinning Latin house and old school. Thurs.: It's Campus, a swingin' boys night with male strippers and high-energy tunes spun by DJ Paul E.; over 18; $5. Sat.: Axis night for men and their friends featuring guest DJs and special events each week; info, (310) 659-0471. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; parking. 652 N. La Peer Dr., W. Hlywd. (310) 659-0472.

BAREFOOT CLUB Sat. Take off your shoes and dance to a "cornucopia eclectica" mix at this unusual club celebrating the pleasures of movement and the freedom of bare feet. 9 p.m.-mid.; over 16; no alcohol; $7 before 9:30 p.m., $10 after. At Voight-by-the-Sea, 1919 Broadway, Santa Monica. (310) 712-6332.

BARFLY No Cover charge. Strict door policy, so look good. DJ Crash spinning Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Martini Mondays gives you the best, Jazz, Blues and rare grooves. Wednesday is the world famous CHINA CLUB. Fridays Crash mixes up the best in new and old dance favorites. 8730 Sunset Blvd (310) 360-9490.

 

BAR SINISTER Sat. A dark and ominous, New Orleans­style atmosphere, plus DJs spinning everything from Nine Inch Nails to Mozart, make this "last refuge of the damned" an intriguing place to hang, drink or dance the night away. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; $8. At Boardner's, 1652 N. Cherokee Ave. (310) 815-5076.

BROADWAY BAR & GRILL Fri.-Sat. Promenade hangout with cool dance action every weekend. Fri.: Whatever offers an eclectic mix of jazzy sounds courtesy of the Jazzid Up! DJs. Sat.: It's time to Jazzid Up! with T-Bird, Junior Roach and Plan 9 spinning acid-jazz and jazzy beats; plus a different band each week. Both clubs 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5. 1460 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica. (310) 393-4211.

CAFE BLEU Thurs. Back to its original location after a stint at the Probe, this spot is where British pop still rules, with DJs Chris B., Dia and Shalyce spinning '60s, mod and indie sounds from the U.K. for a scooter-riding, go-go-booted, very groovy crowd. Occasional live pop bands. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 18; $5 cover, $7 under 21. At Tempest (formerly Checca), 7323 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hlywd. (323) 951-7079.

CANDYLAND LOUNGE Wed. Princess Lolly, Lord Licorice and King Candy invite you to this sweet escape with rotating DJs including Pras 1, Plan 9 and Jason Rowen. There's also percussion on the peppermint patio from the Peanutbutter Cups. Yummy! 11 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; full bar; $5. At Vida, 1930 Hillhurst Ave., Los Feliz. (323) 660-4446.

(JEWEL'S) CATCH ONE Nightly. High-energy after-hours favorite for gay and straight crowds with two dance floors for men and women of all persuasions. Mon. & Fri.: Call for info. Sat.: The Bush presents sexy female exotic dancers and music for all. Sun.: Enter Erotic City, with dancing and sexy entertainment; and at 11:30 p.m., there's the Leading Ladies female impersonators show. Tues.: Join the fun with video karaoke and pool contests. Wed.: It's Erotic Male Madness with beefy male dancers. Every second and fourth Thurs.: mainly lesbians, but all are welcome for a lip-synch contest, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Open Fri.-Sat. till 4 a.m., Sun. till 3 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. till 2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; cover varies. 4067 W. Pico Blvd. (323) 734-8849.

CATS CORNER Fri. A cool swing crowd shows off their moves at this alcohol-free club featuring DJ Michael and guests spinning the likes of Royal Crown Revue, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, the Cherry Poppin' Daddies and more. 8 p.m.-mid. (free swing dance lesson at 8 p.m.); all ages; $7. At the Hollywood Dance Center, 817 N. Highland Ave., Hlywd. (323) 461-5730.

CENTURY CLUB Fri.-Sun. Classy restaurant/nightclub hosts private parties as well as outside promotions. Fri.: When It's Time To Step Up, check out house, Latin house, salsa and hip-hop from DJs Victor and Martin; $10 before 10 p.m., $20 after. Sat.: Tin Man Productions invites you to be part of the Pandemonium with DJs Victor, Martin and Omar spinning house, retro and hip-hop; $15 before 10 p.m., $20 after. Sun.: It's an LA 2 LA R&B dance party from ICON Productions, 4-Play Entertainment and others; $20. 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; six full bars; over 21; valet parking. 10131 Constellation Blvd., Century City. (310) 553-6000.

CIRCUS Tues. & Thurs.-Sat. Long-established disco featuring the latest in dance music, plus an outside patio. Tues.: Boys will be boys at this gay night featuring house, techno, salsa and disco music, plus a drag show at 11:30 p.m.; free before 10 p.m., $3 after. Thurs.: Paradise 24 is for a straight crowd and the sounds range from hip-hop to R&B. Live entertainment; dress code strictly enforced; $15. Fri.: house and techno in the big room, disco in the small room; free before 10 p.m., $7 after. Sat.: techno and house music in large room, disco in small room; free before 10 p.m., $10 after. Pool table; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; valet parking. 6655 Santa Monica Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 462-1291.

CLUB LINGERIE Tues.-Sun. The historic spot has been through lots of changes and refurbishments, and now it has reopened with a plethora of happening dance nights. Tues.: 4-Play Entertainment invites you to enter the groovin' Boogie Lounge, with DJ Scott Oster spinning hip-hop, funk and disco; $12. Info, (323) 466-0335. Wed.: Get down with the funky sounds at Jimbrowski; $10. Thurs.: The Game features DJ EQ pumping out R&B and hip-hop; $10. Fri.: ICU Entertainment presents Government, a democratic night of progressive house, techno and trance, where the world's top DJs (like L.A.'s Christopher Lawrence, Amsterdam's Dimitri and Germany's Westbam) share turntable chores each month; 9 p.m.-4 a.m.; $10. Info, (310) 712-1911. Sat.: Odyssey is a journey back to the infamous '80s "It Spot" we all went to as teens. DJs pump out '80s and other grooves, and live bands perform occasionally. Watch out for door-man with attitude; $10. Sun.: Club Mackaroni features funky-jazz grooves from the Polyester Players and dancing to old-school, hip-hop and R&B. All clubs 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. (except Fri.); three full bars; VIP lounge; over 21. 6507 Sunset Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 466-8557.

THE COCONUT CLUB Fri.-Sat. This swanky dine-and-dance spot inside Merv Griffin's Beverly Hilton Hotel offers live swing and Latin bands, 7:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $20 (includes admission to Chimps Cigar Club). 9876 Wilshire Blvd. (310) 285-1358.

CRUSH BAR Fri.-Sun. Casual, come-as-you-are hangout. Fri.-Sat.: Vintage Motown, '60s soul and '70s dance hits. Sun.: Club Reggae Soul. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $10. 1743 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 461-9017.

DATUM Tues. Ritual does what it does best at this weekly gathering - mesh music, art and fashion. DJs Danny Love, Soulcat and Sesqui spin soul, drum 'n' bass, Latin sounds and more for a funky crowd. Clothing companies sponsor each night and offer their wares, and special events are held each week. 8 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $3. At Mama Gaya, 401 N. La Cienega Blvd. (310) 764-0763.

DRAGONFLY Fri.-Sun. Enjoy live music early (see Rock & Pop listings) and dancing late. Fri.: Shady Ladies features funk, disco, hip-hop and old school for some serious dancing. Sat.: Check out this night for some Fast Times from Gregg Wadley and Dillon Jordon. DJ AM spins the best hip-hop and rare grooves from the '80s and '90s. Sun.: Jamaican Gold features the best reggae and dancehall sounds. All clubs 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $10. 6510 Santa Monica Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 466-6111.

FLORENTINE GARDENS Thurs.-Sun. Young clubsters pack this huge danceteria featuring super-cool local DJs spinning all the latest dance tunes for a dress-to-impress crowd (there is a dress code). Over 18 (California ID required); security parking. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Thurs. & Sun., $8; Fri.-Sat., $12. 5951 Hollywood Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 464-0706.

GARDEN OF EDEN Wed.-Sat. Give into temptation and enter this garden of eclectic dance nights. Wed.: It's an evening of nonstop Vanity with DJ AM spinning hip-hop, rare groove and funk; $10. Thurs.: Impresarios Louis XIV, Jean Louis, Steve Loria and Tef tap into the Natural Rhythm of Euro-style dance music with Steve, Joe Curly and guests spinning; $15. Fri.: DJ Johnny Knight and Scott Oster ignite the body with hot hip-hop/funk sounds. Sat.: DJ AM spins retro grooves and more. All clubs 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; three full bars; over 21; valet parking. 7080 Hollywood Blvd. (323) 465-3336.

THE GATE Wed.-Sat. An English manor­style nightspot with a dance floor and two outdoor patios. A diverse mix of dance music from the '70s, '80s and '90s is offered on Wed. (hosted by D.K.), Thurs. (a European blend of hip-hop and other dance sounds, hosted by Jean-Robert), Fri. (hosted by Jean-Robert) and Sat. Fine dining late (call for resv.); complimentary valet parking; four full bars; dressy attire required. 9 p.m.-3 a.m.; over 21; $10 Wed.-Thurs., $15 Fri.-Sat. 643 N. La Cienega Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 289-8808.

GOLDFINGERS Fri.-Sat. Fri.: DJ Duff spins a lively mix of funk, disco and a little reggae, too. Sat.: Revolver offers DJ Coyote Shivers spinning the best tunes of the '70s and '80s for a colorful club crowd. Go-go dancers the Golden Pussycats and Hio the Little Devil Boy both nights. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5; secured parking. See Rock & Pop for live music listings. 6423 Yucca St., Hlywd. (323) 962-2913.

HOLLYWOOD ATHLETIC CLUB Fri.-Sat. This huge entertainment complex is home to some happening dance clubs as well as live music (see Rock & Pop listings). Last Fri. of the month: Four of Clubs features four of the city's most atmospheric clubs: Coven 13, Sin-a-matic, Cafe Bleu and Shout joining together for one mega-dance party. Sat.: A mix of progressive house and other lively dance music, from DJs Drew Down and Dave Audé (Moonshine) in the main room and DJ Sean Perry upstairs, packs the appropriately named Saturday Night Large from mega-promoters DK, Craig Katz, Lee Maen and Mark Bruser; $20. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; valet parking. 6525 Sunset Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 962-6600.

JOE'S JUKE JOINT Mon. DJ Texas Joe spins rare sounds, from hillbilly to Ellington, for a laid-back crowd. Vintage 16mm educational and porn-noir films are screened by celluloid wonders Curtis and Spencer. 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; free. At the Burgundy Room, 1621* Cahuenga Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 465-7530.

KEY CLUB (formerly Billboard Live). Mon., Wed. & Fri.-Sat. Futuristic venue with nightly live shows (see Rock & Pop listings) and dancing after. Mon.: ICON Entetainment offers Greed, with DJ Alphabet spinning hip-hop, and occasional big-name live performances; $20-$15. Info, (818) 783-5058. Wed.: Freak Daddy Productions brings back its Wicked night of funk and house for an upscale, young crowd with DJ Coolwhip on the turntables and special live performances; over 18. Info, (818) 587-8264. Fri.: Club Rubber is a sweaty, sexy new club with stimulating deep-house sounds and latex-clad go-go dancers. "Rubb-line": (714) 224-3006. Sat.: There's a tasty European club vibe in God's Kitchen, with DJ @ Large spinning speed-garage and house for a trendy young crowd; $15. (310) 479-2234. All dance nights 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; four full bars; over 21 (except Wed.); covers vary. 9039 Sunset Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 274-5800.

KISMET Wed. Chris Brazil Promotions, popular with an upscale entertainment/sports crowd, offers this weekly dance night featuring DJs Regg, General Lee, Paradise and more spinning soulful R&B and funky hip-hop. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; full bar; $5 with membership, $10 without. 217 Broadway, Santa Monica. (310) 289-HEAD.

LOVE LOUNGE Tues.-Fri. Tues.: Dragville offers two colorful stage shows and dance music from DJ Wes; $6. Wed.: Club 1980s features DJ Terri Lutton spinning the best pop from the last decade, "from the Go-Go's and Duran Duran to Erasure and Cyndi Lauper," all for only a buck! Thurs.: Asian Boys Productions' Buddah Lounge is for a fun Asian crowd with dance and house music by DJ Terri Lutton; $6. Fri.: Bryan Rabin and Mike Messex present Cherry, with a hip mixed/gay crowd dancing to an eclectic hodgepodge of new wave, glam and alternative sounds from the '80s and beyond; $10. Most nights 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; pool tables; valet parking. See Rock & Pop for live music info. 657 N. Robertson Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 659-0472.

LUNAPARK Sat.-Sun. West Hollywood hangout offering fine cuisine, a diversity of live bands and now two popular dance spots. Sat.: Danny B. presents High Society, his weekly soirée with DJs Marques Wyatt, Sean Morace, Eddie Amador and Godfather spinning deep house in the main room, and DJs Ben Baller, Daz and Michael Sanchez pumping out funky soul in the upstairs room. Topnotch guest DJs from New York, San Francisco and London drop in each week; cover varies. Sun.: With bloodsucking creatures of the night, The Fang Club is back from the dead with more rooms to roam, and live bands too. Both clubs, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21. 665 N. Robertson Blvd. (310) 652-0611.

MARTINI LOUNGE Mon. & Sat. Trendy live-music venue with a flux of dance nights moving in. Mon.: Fat Ass Entertainment brings you a night that's Fat and Jazzy, with DJs T-Bird, Shihaude and guests spinning acid jazz, trip-hop, funk and soul for a classy crowd; $7. Sat.: Club Secret Agent promises hot go-go dancers and a fun music mix. Info, (714) 285-9618. Third Thurs. of the month: Apollo Starr presents Superstarr, a night of '70s glamour and glitter offering dancing to new wave, disco, glam and punk from DJ Tommy;$7. Info, (323) 769-6392. See Rock & Pop for live music listings. 5657 Melrose Ave., Hlywd. (323) 467-4068.

MEOW MIX WEST Fri. New York's super-popular club for hip gay gals and their pals comes to L.A. with weekly live music, genuine NYC go-go girls and DJ Big Mama Freak spinning an eclectic mix. 8 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; full bar; $8. At the Garage, 4519 Santa Monica Blvd. (323) 769-5090.

MOTIONSICK Sat. Lounge and socialize, or drink and dance till you're dizzy at this atmospheric new hangout held in an old Chinatown bar. The sounds of drum 'n' bass, breaks and house fill the room courtesy of resident DJs Greta, Kevin, J Bondy and the Motionsick Association, plus guest DJs take on the turntables weekly. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; $6. At the Grand Star Restaurant, 943 Sun Mun Way, dwntwn. (323) 692-5613.

THE MUSE Thurs.-Sat. With 10 pool tables and three floors to roam about in, this Old Town hangout offers a spacious atmosphere and lots to do. Thurs.: Thursday Groove from G. & the Kid Productions bills itself as a night for "gorgeous people," and music ranges from '80s to contemporary dance sounds. Fri.: DJ Stan the Man spins old school and R&B favorites. Sat.: DJ crew "The Rhythm Coalition" pump it up with hip-hop, old school, funk and house. All nights over 21; 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; $5. 54 E. Colorado Blvd., Old Town Pasadena. (626) 793-0608.

NEVERLAND Tues. Enter this magical place where you can dance to an array of artists, from diverse '80s bands like Bauhaus and Madness, to '90s melody makers like Björk and Blur. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; all ages; $5. At Cafe Danssa, 11533 W. Pico Blvd. (310) 478-7866.

OPIUM DEN Tues.-Sat. This dark and exotic venue showcases up-and-coming bands and DJs every week. Tues.: Asylum presents Climax, a satisfying new night of progressive and uplifting house, plus techno and trance. Wed.: Pantera Sara offers a night of music from the '80s with mystery DJs and house band Men Without Sex; $6. Thurs.: Enter the Chinese lair of Dr. Wu, with live bands at 9:30 p.m., and house DJ Laughing Boy spinning trip-hop and old-school grooves. Once a month L.A.'s top DJs vie for vinyl victory in the "DJ Battle Royale"; $6. Fri.: Dillon Jordan and Brad Logan invite you to give it up at the Pawn Shop, with DJ AM spreading hip-hop grooves on the turntables; $15-$10. Sat.: Artists Groove Network presents Valhalla, featuring DJ Bobby B doing the funk, rare groove and hip-hop thang; $10. All nights 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21. See Rock & Pop for live music info. 1605* N. Ivar Ave., Hlywd. (323) 466-7800.

THE PALACE Fri.-Sat. Hollywood's hottest historical landmark has a 20,000-watt sound system, two dance floors and four full bars. Fri.: Join KROQ DJ Richard Blade and Scotty Boy at the KROQ Dance Party; $10. Sat.: Klub KIIS with DJs Valentine and Jimmy Kim spinning house, hip-hop, retro and old school; $12, $10 before 10 p.m. Both nights 9 p.m.-3 a.m.; full bar; over 18. See Rock & Pop for live music listings. 1735 N. Vine St., Hlywd. (323) 462-3000 or 467-4571.

THE PALMS Nightly, except Tues. West Hollywood's longest-established lesbian bar features dancing to DJs till 2 a.m.; patio open till 9 p.m. Mon.: dance mix from 7 p.m.; free. Wed.: house music with DJ Kim from 9 p.m.; $3. Thurs.: retro night; free. Fri.: DJ Gaye Ann spins a tropical mix of salsa dance tunes; $5. Sat.: A '90s dance mix draws a packed house; dancing from 9 p.m.; $5. Sun.: beer bust and buffet, 3-8 p.m., occasional live music at 7 p.m.; $5. Over 21; validated parking. 8572 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 652-6188.

THE PINK Wed.-Sun. Westside spot with an intimate, underground vibe. Wed.: New dance-music genre "speed garage" is showcased at Gratitude and Green Galactic's Bump! with resident turntablist DJ @ Large and weekly guests from all around the world; $5. Thurs.: Jason Bentley, Bruno Guez and Jun offer electronica lovers a night of cool world beats, trip-hop and drum 'n' bass at Life; weekly guest DJs; $10. (310) 281-7950. Fri.: Open the Toy Box for garage, house and jazzy beats from DJ Terence Toy and guests; $10. Sat.: DJ Robbie spins all your old funky favorites; $10. Sun.: Experience the Science of experimental music as DJs R. Roker (of Urb magazine) and Jun spin the hottest drum 'n' bass/jungle grooves around; $7-$5. Info, (323) 960-1006. All clubs 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21. 2810 Main St., Santa Monica. (310) 392-1077.

THE PROBE Wed., Sat. & Mon. This two-level dance emporium offers old club favorites and some new ones, too. Wed.: The Probe's new "in house" promotion, Absinthe, is a dark night of gothic and ethereal sounds from DJ Wintermute (No Exit). Sat.: Probe, gay men's night since 1978, features a Euro-pop dance mix; cover varies. (310) 281-6292. Mon.: Kontrol Faktory, "psybersonik industrial danse muzik"; $5. (818) 303-4634. Full bar; pool table. 836 N. Highland Ave. (323) 461-8301.

A QUICK FIX Thurs. It's a night of cool cocktails and even cooler sounds courtesy of DJs Charlie Bean, David Orlando and special guests, with music ranging from hip-hop to good ol' funk. 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5. At 360° Restaurant, 6266 Sunset Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 871-2995.

RAGE Nightly. Trendy gay dance club where boys' boys pack the house every night. Mon.: alternative and underground, KROQ-style sounds with DJ Steve Gizicki. Tues.: variety showcase at 10 p.m.; dancing to house grooves at 11 p.m. with DJ Patrick Ryan. Wed.: drag comedy at 9 p.m., dancing to house and Latin beats spun by DJ Angel at 11 p.m. Thurs.: drag revue at 9:30 p.m.; dance remixes from DJ Patrick Ryan at 11 p.m. Fri.: dancing to Top 40 music with DJ Ed Mooney. Sat.: "uplifting" house music with DJ Ed Mooney; $7. Sun.: progressive house and trance from DJ Rafael M.; $5. Dancing till 2 a.m. nightly; full bar; over 21; no cover, except Sat.-Sun. 8911 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 652-7055.

THE ROOM Mon.-Thurs. Hidden-away bar with some seriously happening dance nights. Mon.: DJs Elonzo and Mark Farmer, plus guests, spin acid-jazz, hip-hop, reggae and jungle at The Move. Tues.: The sounds keep Bubblin' with DJs T. Lee and Ska Jerk blowing out soul, funk, hip-hop and reggae. Wed.: Take a trip to Soul Island, featuring soul sounds from all around the world spun by DJ David Orlando and guests. Thurs.: DJ Cid plays "nu-classic" and old soul, jazz-funk and much more. All clubs 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; no cover. 1626 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hlywd. (213) 694-1831.

RUDOLPHO'S Sat.-Sun. Mexican restaurant that's home to wildly varying dance clubs. First & last Sat. of each month is Salsa Con Clase, a gay salsa night; 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Second Sat. of each month: Dragstrip 66, L.A.'s legendary mixed-drag and non-drag hot spot has DJ Paul V. spinning an unexpected mix of dance tunes and a imaginatively different theme each month. Info, (323) 969-2596. First Sun. of the month: Va Va Voom, a night of vaudeville and burlesque performances, plus dancing to sounds from the '30s and '40s (see Cabaret). All clubs 9 p.m.-2 a.m. (except Dragstrip till 3 a.m.); over 21; full bar; valet parking; $10. 2500 Riverside Dr., Silver Lake. (323) 662-4021.

7969 Nightly. Dancing always, live entertainment often. There's food available and a pool table, too. Mon.: Get regal in the Queen's Throne and get down with a bevy of royal drag mavens; $8. Tues.: Michelle's XXX Topless Revue for women and their friends, featuring all-female topless dancers; mixed crowd. Wed.: Call for info. Thurs.: Rick Calamaro's Grand Ville is a nightclub and revue featuring DJ Richie Rich and a midnight burlesque show for men and women. (310) 285-3031. Fri.: Illusion drag party with DJs spinning house, funk and hip-hop before and after the midnight show; $7. Sat.: The definitive club for purveyors of fetish culture, Sin-a-matic has all the hard sounds and wild goings-on (including the infamous back room) you can't do without. Sun.: Drown yourself in decadent Velvet, featuring new wave, industrial, alternative, techno and disco all in one night! Scantily clad go-go girls and boys add to the hedonistic mood; $6. (323) 462-7442. "Hollywood Men" exotic dance show for ladies on Fri., 8:30 p.m., & Sat., 8 p.m. Info, (323) 469-6636. All clubs 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21. 7969 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hlywd. (323) 654-0280 or 654-0281.

SILVERLAKE LOUNGE Thurs. For three Thursdays a month, this cozy spot offers uniquely atmospheric clubs for a mixed/queer crowd. First Thurs.: Chez Kiki is an "ultra cabaret" and dance club with monthly themes, performances and sounds from the '30s and '40s. Info, (323) 663-6856. Third Thurs.: Dragstrip 66's Paul V. and Tom Walker hurl their Spit, a wild night of rockin' fun with dance sounds ranging from punk, soul and glam to metal, techno and whatever else strikes their fancy. Info, (323) 969-2530. Fourth Thurs: Claudine, the club for martini-sippers and '60s-soundtrack lovers, offers different cinematic themes and retro European sounds from guest DJs. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5. 2906 Sunset Blvd. (323) 663-9636.

ST. MARK'S Fri., Sun. & every other Wed. Fri. Enter the Pod, a night of future house grooves spun by resident DJs Robin and Ben (Immigrant Recordings, U.K.); plus weekly guest spinners. Info, (310) 712-2617. Sun.: What the F*ck Productions presents The Realm, an all-night dance experience featuring hot local DJs and a cool, underground vibe. Weekly guest DJs spin electronic, funk and more. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Info, (310) 296-9500. Every other Wed.: Vac-u-us Events takes you on a cosmic journey at Spaced, with resident DJs Robin, Ben and Slinke, plus special guests from all over the galaxy. 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. All clubs over 21 (all ages after 2 a.m. for Sun.); two full bars; $10. 23 Windward Ave., Venice. (310) 712-2617.

SPORTSMEN'S LODGE Fri.-Sun. Fri.: Dancing to oldies and Top 40. Sat.: Banyan Entertainment offers hip-hop, disco, R&B and house at Club Gather. Sun.: Dancing to Top 40. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; free. 12833 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. (818) 755-5050.

THE STOCK EXCHANGE Fri.-Sat. DJs spin Top 40, techno and hip-hop for an upscale crowd. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $12; valet parking. 618 S. Spring St., dwntwn. (213) 489-3877.

TEASERS (SANTA MONICA) Fri.-Sun. & Tues. Drinking and dancing four nights a week to rotating DJs. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5. 1351 Third Street Promenade. (310) 394-8728.

TEASERS (MARINA DEL REY) Fri.-Sat. "The hottest DJs" spin a variety of new and old dance tunes for your enjoyment. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5. 4445 Admiralty Way. (310) 823-4534.

TNT Tues. Feel the hip-hop/funk/rare groove explosion at this hot spot from Dillon Jordan and Shane Powers. DJ AM spins the dynamite tunes. 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; over 21; full bar; $10. At Deville's (formerly Firehouse), 696 N. Robertson Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 289-1320.

TOTO'S Wed. & Fri. This restaurant and lounge provides lessons (swing, hustle, etc.) and a diverse array of live and recorded music at its two weekly dance parties. 7:30 p.m.-2 a.m; $5. 15627 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 865-1257.

212 SOUL Sat. Jimi Jam, Q-Bwoy and White Lightning offer this funky night of soul with DJs Alywad, Alphabet and D-Nu spinning tough jams to keep you movin' like a sex machine. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $10. At Casablanca, 1652 N. Cherokee St., Hlywd. (323) 993-7216.

VILLA WAHNSINN Thurs.-Sat. This old-style mansion houses a restaurant/club with unusual decor and a high-tech sound system pumping out an energetic assortment of dance music. Thurs.: Club Inches offers a fun dance mix from guest DJs. Fri.-Sat.: house, disco and roc en español. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; two full bars; over 18; parking; cover varies. 8751 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City. (818) 894-2876.

THE VIPER ROOM Tues. & Thurs.-Sat. Ultrahip live music venue offering major name acts and themed dance nights. Tues.: Enter an electro-charged Atmosphere from DJ Carbo, with drum 'n' bass plus other dance grooves on the turntables. Resident DJ MC Cokni O'Dire spins along with international guests each week; $10. Thurs.: Mr. Phat's Royal Martini Club features live bands and DJ Dean Miller spinning '40s jazz and swing. Fri.: It's a "'70s disco fantasia" with DJ Richie Rich and house band Bootie Quake. Sat.: DJ Alpha-Q spins all your dance favorites. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; covers vary, call for info. See Rock & Pop for live music listings. 8852 Sunset Blvd., W. Hlywd. (310) 358-1881.

THE WEST END (SANTA MONICA) Tues.-Sun. With different goings-on each night, this Santa Monica hangout has something for everybody. Tues.: Peach Fuzz Int'l. and Mike and Mo Productions present Aphrodisiac, with old school, techno, hip-hop and funk to get ya shakin'; info, (323) 856-6288. Wed.: Mystic Wednesday is a night of roots-rock reggae with house band Mongoose and DJ Ron Miller, plus guests; $5. Thurs.: Party in the The Back Yard, where live sounds from different reggae bands and irie grooves from DJ Ron Miller fill the room; $5 ($10 for special events). Fri.: It's Friday Night Fever Live, with '70s band the Funky Hippeez and DJ Marcus spinning retro sounds; $10. Sat.: Flashback Saturdays offers new-wave cover band the M-80's and DJ Scotty Boy; $10. Sun.: Mightly Mo Rodgers and the New Bluez Band rock the house. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; free parking. 1301 Fifth St. (323) 656-3905.

THE WEST END (REDONDO BEACH) Thurs. & Sat. Thurs.: Club Shelter features pure house grooves from underground L.A. DJs. Sat.: Boogie Wonderland features Knight Fever doing dynamic disco hits and DJ Marcus. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $7. 100-J Fisherman's Wharf. (310) 379-4755.

THE WORLD Wed.-Sun. Large dance venue features a variety of nightlife promotions. Wed.: Recapture rave Magic with this enchanting club from Jason Jay, Juliet Long and Oro Michael. Three rooms of excitement include DJs Thee-o and Jay doin' techno and trance, and DJ R.A.W. in the drum 'n' bass/jungle lair. Occasional live performances. All ages. Hot line, (213) 368-8188. Thurs.: The creators of Stigmata, Velvet and Xanadu offer you another Perversion, a two-in-one club with industrial, alternative, techno and progressive sounds in the large main room, and the eclectic mixes you love from Velvet in the Velvet Lounge. Go-go dancers and rare videos throughout the night; $7. Fri.: The demented minds behind Perversion offer more insanity: Asylum, with two themed rooms, including a delirious mix of techno, trance and progressive in Room One, and '80s new wave, gothic and industrial in Room Two; $10. Sat.: Clockwork Orange melds three decades into one with the Xanadu Room ('80s sounds), the Stigmata Room (alternative, industrial, gothic and electronic music) and the Boogie Lounge ('70s disco, funk, punk, etc.); $10. Second Sun. of the month: Twist and Shout, with the city's best DJs including Joseph Brooks and Jason Lavitt, spinning a groovy mix of Britpop, acid glitter, gothic, industrial, '60s soul and mod sounds in three separate areas of the club. All clubs 10 p.m.-3 a.m.; over 18 (except Wed.); three full bars; valet parking. At the World, 7070 Hollywood Blvd., Hlywd. (323) 467-7070.

YANKEE DOODLES Tues.-Sat. This restaurant/billiards room/sports bar has some wild dance nights at its Valley location. Tues.: Totally '80s offers new wave and other memorable sounds from those Fast Times at Ridgemont High years, with DJ Scotty Boy. Wed.: KROQ Night with DJs Richard Blade and Scotty Boy. Thurs.: Disco, KROQ sounds and more from DJ Scotty Boy; free. Fri.: DJ Christian Bradford spins a multidecade dance mix all night, and there's karaoke too. Sat.: There's house, disco, alternative and more from DJ David Lai. All nights 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; full bar; over 21; $5 (except Thurs.). 21870 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills. (818) 883-3030.