The List: Spin and Comedy

Paul Oakenfold at Tentation Ever wanted to see one of the world's top DJs in an intimate venue? Here's your chance (capacity at Tentation is under 600). The world-renowned remix artist, DJ and producer is sure to have the Giant nation buzzing with his house- and trance-heavy set. 10 tonight, 4647 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. $50. (949) 660-1010.

SATURDAY

Matt Cerf at Circus Montreal-born DJ Matt Cerf has a nice ear for progressive house grooves that touch on trance. Armin Van Buuren is a fan of Cerf, who is probably better known in Holland than in his adopted hometown of L.A. Catch him at small venues like Circus while you can. 6655 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles. $25. (323) 462-1291.

SUNDAY

Chuck Love at Vanguard Minneapolis is known for pumping out fantastic funk (see Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis), rock (the Replacements) and Prince. But house music? Not so much. DJ/producer Love has been working on changing the city's rep for two decades, pumping out deep house grooves on labels like Om and Salted to an ever-increasing fan base. 6021 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. $20. (323) 463-3331.

Comedy TODAY

Anjelah Johnson Young stand-up comic from the San Jose area has appeared in several TV commercials and her "Nail Salon" routine has become a popular video on the Internet. Ontario Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario. 8 p.m.; Fri., 8 and 10 p.m.; Sat., 7, 9 and 11 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m. (909) 484-5411.

John Pinette American Comedy Award winner and actor ("Duets"). Comedy & Magic Club, 1018 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. Today-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 7 and 9:15 p.m. (310) 372-1193.

FRIDAY

Marc Maron Stand-up comic, former Radio America talk show host, actor and writer known for his cultural and political commentary. Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. 8 p.m.; Sat., 8 and 10 p.m. (323) 651-2583.

SUNDAY

Comedy for Kenya Comics Kevin Nealon, Kevin Hart, Franklyn Ajaye, Maria Bamford, Bill Engvall and Frank Caliendo are among those scheduled to perform a benefit to help raise money for African Kids in Need. Preceded by a silent auction and designer clothing sale (6-7:30 p.m.). Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. 7:30 p.m. (323) 651-2583.

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