NYC Invasion: Semi Precious Weapons, Mr. Black

Whenever they are asked, New Yorkers will famously say how much they hate L.A.. Funny thing about that -- for a group of people who seem to loathe our sunny climes, they sure are here a lot. Friday, New York glam rock group Semi Precious Weapons comes to La La Land, graciously hosted by none other than Perez Hilton, Queen of All Media, who has decided to channel some of his energy into music. The band, voted Best New York Band by Village Voice readers, may be a little too glittery and shiny for New Yorkers. With his raccoon guyliner and teased bleached blonde hair, singer Justin Tranter seems like he was airlifted from the Sunset Strip circa 1987. So it's perfect that the New York band is playing with Evil Beaver, Gorgeous Got a Gun, Chris Pickering, and DJs Jamie Scrap and Lady Starlight. Friday, 8pm @ Viper Room.

And tonight the L.A. Mr. Black crew hosts the New York Mr. Black crew for a Glitter-Off. The original Mr. Black DJ, Sammy Jo (also known as the Scissor Sisters’ main spinner) is on the decks. As this is also co-sponsored by Paper magazine, Drew and Mackie (of the Trinity) will be on hand, as will New York scenester regulars Ladyfag, Nicky, One-Half Nelson, and Nicky. Tonight at Bardot.