Pitstop: 8/21/15
Friday August 21
ZuhG Live
Downbeat Diner and Lounge hosts California-based ZuhG starting at 9 p.m. Musically ZuhG resists being easily defined, mixing funk, reggae, jazz, jam, and rock ‘n’ roll together to create its own expressive genre of music. Admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday August 22
Magic! Live
Canadian reggae fusion band Magic! brings its Caribbean flavor to The Republik with an 8 p.m. show. The group is composed of songwriter and record producer Nasri, Mark Pellizzer, Alex Tanas and Ben Spivak. They are most well-known for their debut single, “Rude,” which peaked at No. 1 in seven countries. Tickets are $35 in advance plus applicable fees with an increase on the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Datsik Live
Datsik has been taking the dubstep scene by storm with his original style of hip-hop bangers. Electric Palms Hawaii presents the Canadian DJ after the Magic! show. Check Datsik out at 10 p.m. at The Republik for $35 (plus applicable fees). (bampproject.com)
Shantytown
Saying that Downbeat Lounge’s Shantytown features the selectors Pressure Down Sounds and Rudies hi-fi, only means that you should expect classic Jamaican rocksteady, skinhead reggae, and sprinklings of blue beat ska that night. Music starts at 9 p.m. and there’s no cover. (downbeatdiner.com)
Kick @ss Rock Night
DFS Experiment, Rad Mobile, Borrison Ivy and Katchpenny perform for a night of blaring rock music starting at 9 p.m. Admission is $5. (facebook.com/annaobriensclub)
Second Annual Hawaii Horror Ball/Horror Con
Bar 35 hosts the second annual Hawaii Horror Ball (Horror Con) from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. featuring the theme “Till Death Do Us Part.” Local fashion designers like Hunter Vain, Ethers Injection and Rose Wolfe will engage in something creative, provocative and horrifically stimulating. Bone Canyon performs live. Cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. (missvamphawaii.com)
Duke’s OceanFest
From Aug. 22-30 the public is invited to enjoy various events surrounding Duke’s OceanFest — a full schedule is available online. Waikiki’s premier ocean sports festival is presenting 27 ocean and beach competitions and special events over its nine-day schedule, with most taking place in front of the majestic statue honoring Duke and his place in history at Queen’s Surf on Waikiki Beach. Duke’s OceanFest supports the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, formed in Kahanamoku’s honor in 1986. (dukesoceanfest.com)
Roots Sesh
Hawaiian Brians hosts Most High and Dras for irie vibes from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Admission is $5 for those 18 and older. (946-1343)
Boxing Matches
Palolo District Park Gym hosts boxers from Oahu and Kauai competing in an amateur boxing session sanctioned by USA Boxing. Fights start at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $10. (bkawano@aol.com)
Sunday August 23
Autocross Season
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. (sccahawaii.org)
Rockin Blues
Spencer Bowman performs blues music at Anna’s at 8 p.m. Admission is free. (facebook.com/annaobriensclub)
Wednesday August 26
Wedding Workshop
The Wedding Café, 6-8 p.m., free. Free seminar for brides and grooms that focus on one aspect of wedding planning. This week featuring videography. (theweddingcafe.com)
Punk Show
Downbeat Lounge hosts a night of punk rock entertainment featuring punk-hardcore Rats, The Bougies and grunge punk rock band The Pearl Shitheadz. Music starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday August 27
Kaimi & Hiriz
Kaimi, lead vocalist for HiRiz, headlines at Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. HiRiZ has built up their original and cover material to with stand a five hour gig. With the island reggae and rock fusion technicality, HiRiZ has a distinct sound. Not limiting their horizons, they also like to mesh the reggae vibe with genres such as bossa nova, jazz, alternative, R&B and funk. With the addition of Whitney Haugen and Lance Motogawa, HiRiZ won’t disappoint. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
