Pitstop: 10/21/16
Friday October 21
Kurt Vile Live
BAMP Project presents Kurt Vile performing live at The Republik. Kurt does his own myth making; a man with an old soul voice in the age of digital everything becoming something else, which is why this focused, brilliantly clear and seemingly candid record is a breath of fresh air. For a record that plays like a cohesive acoustic experience, its musicality marks Kurt’s departure from an electric guitar experience to include a range of instrumentation with a large group of players. Show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are $29.50 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Derrick Barry Live
Traver Rains presents Derrick Barry performing live at The Republik. If you attend the Kurt Vile show, and wish to attend the Derrick Barry show, you will need to exit the venue and re-enter with a Derrick Barry ticket. The world’s most famous Britney Spear impersonator, Derrick Barry, gained international attention as an impersonator on “America’s Got Talent.” Show starts at 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $20 general admission, in advance, plus applicable fees. (jointherepublik.com)
2016 Pintage Pin Trading Event
Join Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu as they unveil this year’s 2016 Pintage Pin at the biennial pin trading event Oct. 20-23. The Pintage Pin Trading event features pin aficionados from all over the world sharing and trading pins from their collections, some specific to their country. The cafe will also be unveiling limited edition pins on each day of the three-day event. General admission is free and RSVPs are recommended. Visit website for full details. (hardrock.com/honolulu)
Big Jay Live
Singer-songwriter, island-reggae guru Big Jay performs from 6 to 8 p.m. for happy hour at Downbeat Lounge. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Halloweird Extravaganza
LUX at The ROW — M Nightclub — presents a Halloweird Extravaganza from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. Featuring a costume contest with cash and prizes, and special guest DJ Dana Kruse. Back again by popular demand is Drumline Hawaii’s zombie drumlin. Tickets available online. (luxattherow.com)
Collage Massage Solo Art Exhibit
Jeff Gere’s inventive photo collages will be displayed at The ARTS at Marks Garage during the month of October. Jeff was the Drama Specialist for the City of Honolulu’s Parks Department, and has hosted and performed in the annual Talk Story Festival for 26 years. Admission is free; gallery hours. (artsatmarks.com)
Pa‘akai Marketplace
SALT at Our Kaka‘ako is breathing new life into one of Hawai‘i’s time-honored traditions with Pa‘akai Marketplace. Event begins at 5 p.m. and admission is free. It hosts artists, crafters and traditional cultural practitioners who will display, share and sell their creations to the community. (saltkakaako.com)
The Clampdown: Punk Vs. Ska II
86 Productions and Bumbaclotkat present The Clampdown: Punk Vs. Ska II. Honolulu’s favorite punks challenge Honolulu’s favorite rude-boys for the Downbeat Belt. Featured bouts: Natas vs. The Instigators; Completely Insane vs. Anti-Matter; Never Enough vs. Black Square. Event starts at 9 p.m. and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday October 22
King Britt Live
BAMP Project presents King Britt performing live at The Republik. Presently, King Britt is exploring many afro sonic possibilities with his Hyperdub released, Fhloston Paradigm project, The Phoenix. His aural experiments with friends appear on his imprint, The Buddy System Project and his recent curatorial pursuits have placed him in many academic environments, bridging the worlds of club, experimental and black music. Show starts at 10 p.m. and tickets are $20 final general admission, plus applicable fees. (bampproject.com)
Secret Record Store
Secret Record Store and Pressure Down Sounds present Secret Record Store and Shantytown at Downbeat Lounge. Buy vinyl, have an afternoon cocktail and listen to selections by DJs Monkey, JohnJohn and Jet Boy. Event runs from 3 to 8 p.m. and admission is free. (downbeatdiner.com, secretrecordstore@gmail.com)
Sunday, October 23
Howl-o-ween Woof-tacular
Hawaii Doggie Bakery has teamed up again with Keri Nakahashi Photography to bring another “Woof-tacular” event for dogs: Howl-o-ween Woof-tacular! The event — 2 to 6 p.m. — also features Halloween games and activities, a pumpkin patch hunt and costume contest. (hawaiidoggiebakery.org)
Miss Vamp Hawaii 2016
DJ Nocturna and Lana Saldania present the sixth annual Miss Vamp Hawaii beauty pageant at Hawaii Theatre. Event kicks off at 6 p.m. Miss Vamp Hawaii was created in 2010 and is a yearly production held in October to honor the beautiful, creative and unique women living in Hawaii. Similar to other pageants, it features the traditional Q&A, a gown/costume competition, crowning the winners with sashes, trophies and prizes. However, unique to this pageant, the “Moonlight Bathing Lingerie Competition,” is the highlight of the evening honoring the moon, unlike the traditional bathing suit competition. Tickets are available online. (djnocturna.com)
Tonight Alive
Tonight Alive performs at Hawaiian Brian’s. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Since 2008, Tonight Alive has built a reputation as a dedicated Australian rock act, leaning on an early love of pop punk.Tickets are $25 in advance, general admission. (underworldevents.com)
Tuesday October 25
Stef Mariani and The Shimabukus Live
Biku Shimabuku presents Stef Mariani and The Shimabukus performing live at Downbeat Lounge. Show starts at 8 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com).
Wednesday October 26
The Plastic Cup Boyz Live
BAMP Project presents The Plastic Cup Boyz live at The Republik tonight and Oct. 27. From the Kevin Hart “Laugh at My Pain” and “Let Me Explain” tours, Joey Wells, Will Spank Horton, and Na’im Lynn are The Plastic Cup Boyz. Most recently the Plastic Cup Boyz opened for Kevin Hart’s three sold out “What Now? Tour” shows at the Neal S. Blaisdell Arena back in April and May earlier this year. Show starts at 8 p.m. and general admission is $29.50 in advance, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
View the original version of this cult classic film at The ARTS at Marks Garage’s monster-size movie screen. Showing starts at 8 p.m. Oct. 26-28 and Oct. 31. Full interactivity of this show and costumes are encouraged. There will be interactive prop boxes available for purchase the night of the event. Rocky Horror Picture Show newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend; there will be an informal shadow cast to lead you. Tickets are $20 presale online and $25 at the door. (artsatmarks.com, eventbrite.com)
Punk Rock Music
Belly of the Beast Productions presents Wormstone, Rotten Blossom and Johnny Random playing punk rock music live at Downbeat Lounge. Music starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older (downbeatdiner.com)
Martha Redbone’s Bone Hill: The Concert
Martha Redbone’s Bone Hill: The Concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Orvis Auditorium at University of Hawaii at Manoa. Martha Redbone is one of the most vital voices in American Roots music (Village Voice). A multi award-winning musician, the charismatic songstress is celebrated for her tasty gumbo of roots music embodying the folk and country sounds of her childhood in the Appalachian Mountains for Kentucky mixed with the eclectic grit of her teenage years in pre-gentrified Brooklyn. Tickets are available online. (hawaii.edu)
Thursday October 27
Art & Wine Show
Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach will feature artist Miriam Zora at the upcoming Art & Wine Show, which takes place from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki’s very own Italian-fusion bistro, Spada Bar & Restaurant, will also be offering a tasting menu of specially curated wines from various regions for the event. (courtyardwaikiki.com)
IMN of Hawaii’s Singer Songwriter Showcase
IMN of Hawaii presents a singer songwriter showcase at Downbeat Lounge with performances by Death By Cello, Light & Dark and Alicia Grand. Event runs from 7 to 10 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. It is the mission of the IMN to encourage budding musicians to advance their craft and to cooperate with venues and businesses to provide opportunities for them to perform. Following IMN of Hawaii are indie rockers The Hollow Spheres, who kick off the late-night event at 9 p.m.; admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
