Pitstop: 3/25/16
Friday March 25
Taimane Debut
Ukulele virtuoso Taimane makes her Hawaii Theatre debut featuring a musical and theatrical odyssey — The Elements. Taimane’s Hawaii Theatre debut will be long remembered as she shares her fresh approach to one of Hawaii’s most iconic instruments with a complete visual and auditory experience. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets vary in prices. (hawaiitheatre.com)
Raised By Wolves, Holly Cole Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts an evening of Americana-rooted music with Americana-inspired spirits that reaches back to a time that helps define the American identity. Performing are Raised by Wolves, Holly Cole of Texas and Discord & Rye. Show starts at 9 p.m. and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Enter the Dragon featuring Luck & Lana
Jus Bone of KTUH’s Got Rice? Show and Platinum Threads host a special edition of Enter The Dragon featuring Luck & Lana. Luck & Lana is a Los Angeles-based duo comprised of Luckyiam, of the world famous Living Legends crew, and Lana Shea, a singer, songwriter and MC. Luck & Lana bring together a wide range of musical backgrounds to create a sound that has been described as “future music.” Doors open at 10 p.m. and ages 21 and older are welcome. Tickets are online. (ticketfly.com)
Saturday March 26
The Lalas Burlesque Show
BAMP Project presents The Lalas Burlesque Show performing live at The Republik. Combine beauty + brains + bustiers + music and you get The Lalas Burlesque Show, brainchild of celebrity choreographer Erin Lamont, whose credits range from Lady Gaga to People’s Choice Awards. Each Lala is handpicked and the best of the best in the biz. Show starts at 8 p.m. for those 18 and older. Tickets are $29.50 general admission, $39.50 VIP. Prices are in advance, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Sashay and Slay
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand hosts Sashay and Slay, a fashion, drag and dance fundraiser. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Featuring special drag performances and five fashion segments by student designers. Tickets are $12 in advance. VIP tables also are available. Proceeds go toward The Fashion Society. (hulas.com)
DJ Spider Launches Residency
Adventurous spirit drinkers will have a reason to celebrate with the return of Blu Nights, this time to the popular hotspot M Nightclub at Waterfront Plaza — where DJ Spider now will call home. DJ Spider has been perfecting his craft since 1996 and has played some of the world’s premier venues, including The Wynn Las Vegas, Studio Paris Chicago and Borgata. Event is 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Cover at door. (mnlhnl.com)
Batman vs. Superman
80s Pop Muzik presents Batman vs. Superman at Bar 35, featuring a costume contest for “most original superhero.” Also featuring Lana Saldania, resident DJs Nocturna and Rhombus, and DJ Cindy Kim from New York City. Event is from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. and cover is $5 for those 21 and older. (djnocturna.com)
QUADRAPHONIX Live
Good Foot teams up with Hawaii’s master of psychedelic dance trance world rock QUADRAPHONIX and the new Smokestack at The Crossroads at Hawaiian Brians. QUADRAPHONIX will actually kick off the night with their original global psychedelic soul. Show starts at 9 p.m. and cover is $10 at the door for all ages. (946-1343)
Pressure Down Sounds and Rudies hi-fi Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts Pressure Down Sounds and Rudies hi-fi playing the best of rocksteady, ska and early roots. Event starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
DJ WILLIAM LIFESTYLE Live
Sky Waikiki presents DJ William Lifestyle performing live. William Lifestyle is not your average DJ; his love of music beats so boldly that he left a successful career in marketing to pursue his true passion behind the DJ booth. William Lifestyle is one of LA’s most coveted spin masters who has performed throughout Canada, North America and holds residencies in Atlantic City (Harrah’s Pool AfterDark), ReHab LV and Foxwoods Casino Resort in CT. Doors open at 9 p.m. and cover is $10. (979-7591, vip@skywaikiki.com)
Tuesday March 29
G. Lui. Jr. Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts acoustic tune-singers G. Lui. Jr. and James McCarthy. Event starts at 8 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday March 30
Never Enough, Dead Worms Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts a night of punk rock tunes. This edition will featureNever Enough, hardcore/punk outfit, Catalyst, a hardcore/punk band from Waianae,The Sufferers, Oi punk band from Hawaii who appreciates beer, women, vintage Vespa and Lambretta, style, guitars, guitars, and quitting time with a cold beer after a long day. Their music is angry and impulsive, influenced by artists like Agnostic Front, Cocksparrer, Steetdogs, UK Subs, Sick of It All, CroMags, DRI, Black Flag, Close Combat, Bad Brains, and many more, and Dead Worms. Music starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday March 31
Houndmouth Live
BAMP Project presents folk rock/Americana group Houndmouth performing live at The Republik. Matt Myers, Shane Cody, Katie Toupin, and Zak Appleby became the drums and keys, guitars and harmonies of Houndmouth, and those personal numbers became the irrepressible core of an outfit turned magnetic. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $28 in advance, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
The Hollow Spheres
Join indie rock group Hollow Spheres as they share the stage with special guest Overcrowded Avenue at Downbeat Lounge. New on the scene are The Hollow Spheres, with their infectious blend of American/Britpop nostalgia and pop-nuanced rock. Overcrowded Avenue is band that blends sounds to make their own. A pinch of pop a dash of jazz, a hint of soul, and lot of dedication and love for the creative flame that pushes us. Music starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Peace Love Yayoi
Art + Flea, Hawaii’s favorite urban market, in association with Ward Village celebrates famed artist, Yayoi Kusama’s ‘Footprints of Life’ public installation at Ward’s IBM Building. Event takes place at the Ward Warehouse innter concourse from 5 to 10 p.m. The event is free and all ages and will feature 60 of Oahu’s local fashion, art, music, and food vendors alongside staple Ward Warehouse merchants. (artandflea.com)
