by Peter Y. 
Thanksgiving has the biggest club night of the year.
Christmas week, Regina Spektor and El Vez put on legendary holiday shows.
But 4th of July, it’s like a blizzard hit here. Greenpoint empties out. Major venues don’t even bother to put on a Saturday show.
Fortunately, Union Pool, Shea Stadium and Knitting Factory still feature noteworthy acts this weekend. There’s punk, Latin boogaloo, and a Disco Biscuits tribute available to light your holiday
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