Pitstop: 4/17/15
Friday April 17
Free The Plant Featuring House of Shem
The Republik, 8 p.m. show, $30/in advance, increase day of show, plus applicable fees. House Of Shem was the first-ever reggae band in Aotearoa (New Zealand) to debut at number one on the day of release for their album. Hawaii Cannabis Care, Polynesian Underground, and 420 North Entertainment present Free the Plant featuring House of Shem. (jointherepublik.com)
Black Square Live
Downbeat Lounge, 9 p.m., $5/cover, 21 and older. Black Square’s sound is a blend of ska and reggae delivered with the urgency and intensity of punk rock. Freedoms Progress is a Hawaii based progressive roots reggae band that uses steady rhythms, funky grooves, and conscious lyrics to spread awareness about social issues facing our generation. (downbeatdiner.com)
11th Hour Live
Snappers Sports Bar and Grill, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free, 21 and older. Snappers presents 11th Hour. (347-1323)
Liv The Band Live
Anna O’Brien’s, 9 p.m., $5/cover. Presented by Bran Apeles. Also featuring Mai Sollner, Amanda Frazier and Infrared Rabbit. (946-5190)
Saturday April 18
86 List Live
Downbeat Lounge, 9 p.m., $5/cover, 21 and older. The 86 List, The Sufferers, The Prospectors, Already Sweaty, and Disconnexion perform live. (downbeatdiner.com)
DJ Andrew Gibbons Live
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 10 p.m. April 18, 1 p.m. April 19, visit website for more information. San Francisco-based DJ Andrew Gibbons has quickly become a West Coast favorite with his energizing sets melding EDM, tribal, progressive and tech house beats with big room/diva vocals. (hulas.com)
Common Kings Album Release
The Republik, 10 p.m. show, $25/in advance, increase day of show, plus applicable fees. Common Kings’ style and music is a collection of inspirations orchestrated into an array of head rocking beats, feel good vibes, and emotional fever. (jointherepublik.com)
Hawaii Foodbank Cruise
Assemble point at Bellows Air Force Beach Park, 9:30 a.m., email for more information. Drivers meeting starts at 10 a.m. and drive starts at 10:15. Bring food for donation. Last year the car clubs delivered 1,800 points of food. (edracers@aol.com)
11th Hour Live
Chez Sports Bar and Grill, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free, 21 and older. Chez presents 11th Hour live. (347-1323)
Honolulu Aids walk Red Neon
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., visit website for more information. Hula’s hosts the official after party of Honolulu Aids Walk featuring underwear, beach and lingerie. Wear red for awareness. (hulas.com)
Punk Renaissance
Anna O’Brien’s, 7 p.m., $5/cover. Featuring Strangers with Kandy, The Desert Sea, The Instagators and Grapefruit. (946-5190)
BurlyQ Bingo
Nextdoor, 7:30 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. event starts, $15/presale, $20/door, $40/VIP. Price includes 10 bingo cards. BurlyQ Bingo serves up a heaping serving of bingo, burlesque with a large dallop of fun. Bingo cards are provided with purchase (no blotters needed!). (prettypeacockproductions.com/upcominng-events/)
Sunday April 19
Autocross
Aloha Stadium, more info on website. Want to test your driving skills with your own car? Try solo competitive driving. There are more than 30 classes for male and female drivers. (sccahawaii.org,JL24@hawaii.rr.com)
Sweet Reggae Sunday
Anna O’Brien’s, 8 p.m., $3/single, $5/couples. Live music featuring Freshly Brewed and DJ LukeD. (946-5190)
Monday April 20
Atilla Live
Hawaiian Brians, 6 p.m. doors, $25/general. You know you want this. It’s been far too long since a heavy metal band could get the party started the way Attila can. (underworldevents.com)
Tuesday April 21
Amber Yoshikawa Live
Downbeat Lounge, 9 p.m., free, 21 and older. Amber Yoshikawa is joined by Foreseeable Futures. (downbeatdiner.com)
Piranha Brothers Live
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 6 p.m. to midnight, free. Blayne Asing 6-9 p.m., Piranha Brothers 9 p.m. to midnight. (hulas.com)
Super Star Karaoke
Anna O’Brien’s, 8 p.m., no cover. Rock out on Anna’s stage with light and a full PA system, free songs and cheap drinks. (946-5190)
Wednesday April 22
Comedy U
Anna O’Brien’s, 8:30 p.m., $7/general, $5/student or military. Comedy night at Anna’s. (946-5190)
Thursday April 23
Thumpin Thursday
Anna O’Brien’s, 9 p.m., no cover. College night EDM with DJ Darin Bass. (946-5190)
Live Music
Downbeat Lounge, 9 p.m. doors, $3/cover, 21 and older. Featuring tunes by The Anime Club, Earl Grey and Even Odders. (downbeatdiner.com)
