Pitstop: 11/6/15
Friday November 6
Margaret Cho: psyCHO Tour
Margaret Cho’s The psyCHO Tour makes its way to Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, 8 p.m. show, $45, $55, $65, in advance, increase day of show, plus applicable fees. An accomplished performer in all formats, Margaret Cho could be called the “Queen of all Media,” having conquered the worlds of film, television, books and theatre. She has three Grammy Award nominations for Best Comedy Album under her belt. (bampproject.com)
Opening Reception for Makakolu
New works by Carl F.K. Pao, Kupaʻa Hee and Cory Taum, featuring powerful indigenous symbolism re-interpreted for new audiences during the Makahiki season, the ancient Hawaiian New Year. Artists talk 6:30 p.m. along with music and drinks. Event at the ARTS at Marks Garage. (artsatmarks.com)
Open Studios
Half-a-dozen artists offer open-studios on the second floor of Chinatown Artists Lofts, with live music and refreshments overlooking a tropical courtyard from 5 to 10 p.m. Entrances on Smith and Maunakea near Hotel Street. (chinatownartistslofts.com)
Art and Tradition: Essence of Art
Art and Tradition: Essence of Art, a tea bowl exhibit and sale, featuring the works of Clayton Amemiya, Carl Fieber, Ed Higa, Daven Hee, Ken Kang and Yukio Ozaki. Also showing paintings by Lauren Okano. Plus tea tasting with Dick Mills. Event is from 5 to 9 p.m. at Louis Pohl Gallery (louispohlgallery.com)
Madre Chocolate
Ashley Lilinoe, entertains with her home-grown folk rock stylings. And art by Maria Cristina Guerriero, celebrating Hawaii though sacred geometry and mermaids! Event is at Madre Chocolate from 6 to 9 p.m. (madrechocolate.com)
Putting the Art In Party
Participating artists put the “art” in the pARTy. Featuring arts and crafts by ABISS (photography & prints), Kauai (clothing and totes), Hawaii 4 Nepal (masseuse, jewelry, henna) Alissa’s Pieces (postcards), Un Paso Adelante (jewelry) and sling hammocks. Plus live performances by Josh Pascua and Duncan Kanamaka. Event is from 6 to 9 p.m. at Nextdoor. (nextdoorhi.com)
Club Underground
Club Underground is a mixed-bag night of awesome underground live bands and dance rock DJs. This non-stop dance party will feature live indie rock, ska, and punk bands as well as showcase résident deejays Ross Jackson and Davey Shindig from KTUH playing some of the best of Post Punk, Britpop, Indie, Electro Pop, Italo Disco and more. The Downbeat Lounge show starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday November 7
Blast from the Past
Jed Roa Events and Hawaii Escrow and Title presents Blast from the Past, featuring three of Honolulu’s top bands playing hits from the ‘60s, ’70s and ‘80s. The event takes place at Queen Kapiolani Hotel Akala Ballroom and doors open at 6 p.m. Augie Rey kicks the show off at 7 p.m., followed by The Rhythm Klub and then Funkshun. Tickets are $20 at the door. (eventbrite.com)
Curren$y Live
Tastemaker Live & Sean Healy present “The Canal Street Confidential Tour” with Curren$y performing live at The Republik. Born Shante Anthony Franklin and raised in New Orleans, Curren$y was originally signed to Master P’s No Limit label, but in 2005 he made the move to Lil Wayne and Birdman’s Cash Money imprint, Young Money. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $28 general admission, in advance, plus applicable fees. (jointherepublik.com)
Live Reggae Music
Humble Soul and D.R.A.S. perform live reggae music at the Crossroads at Hawaiian Brians. Music runs from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Admission is $5 or $10 for the 18-and-older event. (946-1343)
Unplugged
Soul Patrol performs rock, blues and soul music from 6 to 8 p.m. at Muddy Waters Espresso in Kaneohe. (778-0182)
Jive Slinky
Jive Slinky drives that hypnotic dance tonic train through mountains of solid rock funk, valleys of despairing bombastic blues, slippery slopes of sheer shameless soul, while bouncing through trip pop tunnels of hip-hop. Check it out at Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Sunday November 8
Autocross Season Opens
Aloha Stadium hosts autocross. Want to test your driving skills with your own car? Try solo competitive driving at the Hawaii region Sports Car Club of America event. There are more than 30 classes for male and female drivers. Visit SCCA online for more information, pricing and to register. (sccahawaii.org)
Courtyard Brunch: Fall Taste & Toast
Celebrate all things fall while sipping craft cocktails and enjoying seasonal dishes prepared by top local chefs and mixologists at Ward Village Information Center Courtyard from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Ward Village Foundation. Admission is free, with advantage ticket packages available online. (wardvillageshops.com)
Kayzo Live
The Void Entertainment presents Kayzo performing live at The Republik. Musical diversity is what brings a real unique flair to Kayzo’s music. Where other musicians are sticking to one style, too afraid to branch out, Kayzo is constantly reaching back to find different genres to master and to create new styles that no one has ever tried. Show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $30 in advance, plus applicable fees, increase day of show. (jointherepublik.com)
Live DJs
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand hosts DJ Shaun Coon from Hawaii (4-6:30 p.m.) and DJ Bret Law from Seattle (6:30-11 p.m.). (hulas.com)
Monday November 9
FreeSound Band Live
FreeSound Band performs blues and rock from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hard Rock Café. Admission is free. (396-8410)
Tuesday November 10
Live Acoustic Music
Hosted by James McCarthy of Doolin Rakes, artists are curated for short sets allowing an intimate opportunity for listeners to hear some of their favorite musicians and singers reveal new material and established favorites. This week, Downbeat Lounge features Nick and Grace starting at 8 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday November 11
Adam and Keith Live
Adam and Keith perform acoustic blues and rock from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hard Rock Café. Admission is free. (396-8410)
Kaleidoscope
DJ Jet Boy presents Honolulu’s longest-running indie night in Kaleidoscope, which starts at 9 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. This month is a special hip-hop edition, featuring acts from the local hip-hop and beats scene, including Creed Chameleon, Ohtoro and Kwalified Emcee. Ohtoro is a Honolulu-based producer and performer with hip-hop crew Super Groupers. Creed Chameleon is often a promoter’s first choice for performing and opening for big hip hop artists such as Wu-Tang Clan, Dilated Peoples, Talib Kweli and more. Kwalified Emcee is a Na Hoku-nominated rapper and proud member of the Universal Zulu Nation’s Hawaii chapter. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Fourth Annual Turkey Drive
Chris Day, owner of the O‘ahu Swim Academy (OSA), along with Matt Johnson, owner of O‘ahu Fresh (OF), and Don “Murph” Murphy, owner of Murphy’s Bar and Grill, team up for the Fourth Annual Turkey Drive to collect frozen turkeys to benefit needy families of Hawaii during the holiday season. Murphy’s Bar and Grill is offering a complimentary $5 gift certificate for every frozen turkey donated. For those who donate more than five frozen turkeys, OF is offering a free one-week subscription of locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables and the OSA is offering one free private swim session and swim goggle ($39 value). Drop-off locations are: Hawaii Foodbank, 2611 Kilihau St. (8 a.m.-4 p.m.); Oahu Fresh office, 916 Kaaahi Place (noon-6 p.m.); Murphy’s Bar and Grill, 2 Merchant St. (6-8 p.m.). Pick-ups are from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Email to schedule pick-up. (turkeydrive2015@gmail.com)
