Pitstop: 4/8/16
Friday April 8
Irish Melodies
Irish band Doolin Rakes performs original song and classic covers at Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. With nearly 100 collective years of professional musicianship and a unanimous devotion to their obvious potential, Doolin Rakes has become Hawaii’s premiere Celtic rock band. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday April 9
Live Reggae Music
Hawaiian Brians Crossroads hosts The Ionz and Most High Live. Cover is $10 for those 18 and older. Those 21 and older pay $5. (946-1343)
DiscoverArt
DiscoverArt takes place in and around The ARTS at Marks Garage between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Featuring Bethel Street Craft Fair, intuitive readings, Nostalgia Hawaii Art, live music, a woodturning demonstration and more. (artsatmarks.com)
J.P. Smoketrain Live
J.P. Smoketrain performs uptown rhythm and down home blues with his dynamic band. Music starts at 9 pm. and admission is $10. (jpsmoketrain.com)
The Willards Live
Founded by duo Scott Imanaka & Nicholas Kaleikini, The Willards is a collective of strange individuals seeking to satisfy their creative needs. Check them out, along with special gust Nalu O’Connor, at Downbeat Lounge for A Tribe Called Quest live tribute starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free. (downbeatdiner.com)
Monday April 11
Soul Tunes
Soul Patrol performs live rock, blues and soul music from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hard Rock Café. Admission is free. (955-7383)
Wednesday April 13
Saloon Pilots Live
Saloon Pilots perform bluegrass tunes from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hard Rock Café. Admission is free. (hardrock.com/cafes/Honolulu)
Mano Kane and Freaky Fluff Live
DJ Jet Boy presents live performances by the ‘60s British Invasion-influenced Mano Kane, Freaky Fluff and pop by DJ Monkey at Downbeat Lounge. Music starts at 9 p.m. an admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Acoustic Nights
BranApeles presents Acoustic Nights featuring Mr. Mac and Joanna G. performing live at The Safehouse. Mr. Mac, AKA Dan McLaughlin, is a singer-songwriter whose influences vary from rock to folk and everything in-between. Music starts at 8 p.m. and admission is free. (jointherepublik.com)
Thursday April 14
HI Sessions Artists
Hawaii Theatre presents its HI Sessions Artists Mike Love and Justin Young. Mike Love and Justin Young, featured HI Sessions artists, join musical forces in this inaugural, live concert. One of reggae music’s rising stars, Mike Love comes from a long line of local musicians. He has shared the stage with artists like Stephen Marley, Don Carlos, Trevor Hall and Jack Johnson. Gifted and versatile vocalist/songwriter Justin Young has been a familiar presence on the local music scene from an early age, earning accolades and fans with his R&B, Hawaiian hits and fresh vibe. Event starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $32. (hawaiitheatre.com)
