Pitstop: 8/5/16
Friday August 5
OPHELIA — an exhibition by Liz Miller
Ophelia is a solo photography and video exhibition by Honolulu-based artist, Liz Miller. This recent body of work is a response to the power of image in contemporary global society. Check it out until Aug. 16 at The Manifest. (manifesthawaii.com)
Kool John and P-Lo Live
BAMP Project presents Kool John and P-Lo performing live at The Republik. Kool John, P-Lo, Sage the Gemini, Skipper (or $kip), CJ, singer Rossi, Dave Steezy and Jay Ant, with rapper Iamsu! first starting to found and organize the group in 2011. P-Lo is a founding member of the Bay Area collective HBK Gang (Iamsu!, Sage The Gemini, Kehlani and more). This hip-hop collective is primarily composed of friends who met while attending high school in the San Francisco Bay Area, specifically Richmond. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $22 general admission in advance, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Bingo Players Live
Electric Palms Hawaii presents Bingo Players performing live at The Republik. Though they didn’t start out as DJs, once the demand grew for EMD act Bingo Player to play out live, they learned how to mix on CDJs. Soon, they became regulars on the EDM circuit, playing massive festivals like Electric Daisy Carnival, Tomorrowland, and Coachella. Event starts at 10 p.m. and tickets are $40 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Fifth Annual Pacific Ink and Art Expo
This summer heats up with the fifth annual Pacific Ink and Art Expo taking place again at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. The family-friendly expo features attractions and vendors offered as well as the best tattoo artists from Hawai’i, the mainland and around the world showcasing live tattooing all under one roof and in one place. Celebrity artists slated to appear include Megan Massacre (NY Ink), Clint Cummings (Ink Master), Danny Dringenberg (Exclusive PIAE tattoo machine builder), Jesse Smith (Ink Master), Mark Logenecker (Ink Master), Big Cheeze (Ink Master), Big Gus (Tattoo Nightmares) not to mention industry living legends, Lyle Tuttle, Rick Walters, Shanghai Kate, Freddy Negrete and more. Event takes place from 3 to 11 p.m. Aug. 5, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Aug. 6, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 7. Tickets available online. (hawaiitattooexpo.com)
11th Hour Live
Kelley O’Neil’s presents 11th Hour performing live rock starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (347-1323)
CONTACT 2016
Now in its third year, CONTACT 2016 was originally presented at the Honolulu Museum of Art School in April and May 2016 and is now being reinterpreted in a smaller exhibition at The ARTS at Marks Garage. It will be on display until Aug. 27. This year’s theme was Foreign and Familiar, exploring themes of cultural exchange and migratory movements, in and out of Hawaii, not attached to any particular time period in Hawaiiʻs history.
Serpico & The Sinners and Smokestack
Downbeat Lounge hosts country grunge act Serpico & The Sinners and the soulful sounds of Smokestack. Music start sat 9 p.m. and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. Before that, Bruddah Adrian performs for happy hour from 6 to 8 p.m. — admission is free. (downbeatdiner.com)
Star Elite Cage Fighting Matches
Star Elite Cage Fighting hosts a round of MMA matches at FilCom Center in Waipahu. Main event will be Nick Terry vs. Rylan Fonoti; co-main event is Ricky Ing vs. Joey Vonblankenburg. There also will be a special pro-sub grappling match featuring Jai Troche and KJ Kama. Presale tickets are $30. (372-8513)
Saturday August 6
Marques Wyatt Live
Electric Palms Hawaii Legacy Series presents Marques Wyatt performing live at The Safehouse. Sonic love travels in many dimensions and as it relates to music, Marques Wyatt is a seminal pioneer as undoubtedly amongst the most respected DJ’s in the United States and a West Coast legend. In addition to producing some of LA’s most legendary clubs/events, many associate him with “DEEP,” the illustrious event that he nurtured in his hometown of Los Angeles-thriving and continuing today for well over 16 years. Show starts at 9 p.m., and tickets are $20 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Pokémon GO at SALT
Pokémon GO has taken Hawaii by storm, and SALT at Our Kaka‘ako will be celebrating this massive phenomenon with the Pokémon GO Fest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Both Pokémon GO trainers and fans of the game are invited to this fun filled event, which will feature tons of Pokémon themed activities and food for friends and families of all ages to enjoy. Admission is free, and live music from local DJ Romeo Valentine will be available in the SALT barn area, with Pokémon themed activities—including a Pokémon costume contest, Instagram raffle, special day-of deals from the SALT merchants, prize giveaways and photo opportunities with the Hawaii Pokémon GO girls who will come as Pikachu, Charmander, Squirtle and Bulbasaur. (saltkakaako.com)
Scarlet Cord and more Live
Downbeat Lounge presents Scarlet Cord (alternative rock), Beware the Bear (pop-punk quartet) and The Chronies starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Tuesday August 9
Johnny Random and Nick Danger Live
Bikku Shimabuku hosts a night of music with guest performers Johnny Random and Nick Danger at Downbeat Lounge. Hosted by Bikku Shimabuku, 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. Music starts at 8 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday August 10
Grouplove Live
BAMP Project presents Grouplove performing live at The Republik. Grouplove is an American indie rock band that was formed in 2009 by Hannah Hooper (vocals, keyboards), Christian Zucconi (vocals, guitar), Sean Gadd (bass, vocals), Andrew Wessen (guitar, vocals), and Ryan Rabin (drums). Event starts at 8 p.m. and admission is $35 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Sex Trivia
Planned Parenthood presents Sex Trivia at Downbeat Lounge. Play for prizes, provided by Langunitas Brewing Company and Suzies. Free to play with a donation of an unopened box of sanitary napkins, tampons or diapers. All proceeds will go to women’s shelters. Event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. After that, check out Honolulu’s emerging indie hip-hop scene with the psychedelic sounds of Castle Park, the Jawaiian tinged Anton Glamb and a special appearance by b-girl and MC KC Lyn. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday August 11
Silversun Pickups Live
BAMP Project presents Silversun Pickups performing live at The Republik. Silversun Pickups is among the most dynamic and creative rock bands of the modern era, hailed far and wide for their inimitable merging of ethereal melodies and pure sonic force. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $36 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
