Pitstop: 9/11/15
Friday September 11
Good Foot Live
Good Foot brings its afropunk beats to Downbeat Lounge from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Bacardi Bangers
Bacardi Bangers featuring Massfunk performing live at the Safehouse. Despite his rapid rise to the top of the EDM food chain, every crowd is a challenge and Massfunk takes his craft very seriously. Bacardi Iron EDM DJ Finalists 238 and Dallas Debauch will open the show. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 9. Tickets are free before 9 p.m. at the door or $5 after. Those 18-20 pay $10 after 9 p.m. (jointherepublik.com)
Saturday September 12
IamSu! Live
The Republik hosts American rapper and record producer IamSu!, who also is a member of The Invasion and The HBK Gang. Iamsu!, born Sudan Ameer Williams, has been making music for over a decade. He began playing the drums as a child and later branched out to writing, producing, and finally rapping. The show starts at 8 p.m. and advance tickets are $30, plus applicable fees. (bampproject.com)
Rockaway Saturday
Hawaiian Brians hosts Rudie’s HiFi and DJ Sleepless from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Vinyls all night long, as well as reggae, lovers rock and rocksteady. Admission is free for those 18 and older. (946-1343)
Smokestack Live
Innovative nine-piece band Smokestack takes the stage at Downbeat Lounge at 9 p.m. Their eclectic sound blends an array of ‘70s reggae with a Motown Riff, spiced with a little Smokestack. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Sunday September 13
Autocross Season Opens
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)
Sunday Funday Art + Flea
Ward Warehouse, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Featuring a unique monthly shopping experience showcasing Hawaii’s talented local small businesses and artists. Also taking place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is a Courtyard Brunch featuring comfort foods. (artandflea.com, wardvillageshops.com/courtyardbrunch)
Tuesday September 15
Circa Survive Live
Pennsylvania’s Circa Survive marks more than a decade of pushing the boundaries of musical genres and have jumped between post-rock, psychedelic, prog, shoegaze and more. Check them out at The Republik. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $27 general admission with an increase on the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Griff Jurgens, Serpico & The Sinners Live
Griff Jurgens, Serpico & The Sinners perform acoustic tunes at 8 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday September 16
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 entertainment. (theweddingcafe.com)
Look Back Wednesday
The Dave Young Band and Khanobis Holidaye perform at 7:30 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. The Dave Young Band’s influences include Creedence, Van Morrison, Eagles, James Taylor, and Bob Dylan; while Khanobis Holidaye is a three-piece acoustic guitar, electric bass, and percussions acoustic/jam band. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Kona Nui Nights
Join Ward Village for Kona Nui Nights, a free outdoor cultural event that will treat guests to an evening of entertainment under the stars: Featuring popular Hawaiian musicians and hula halau. Runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (wardvillageshops.com)
Thursday September 17
EDM Electric Sun
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand hosts a summer EDM night featuring EDM DJs KSM plus rotating special guest artists DJ NOKTERNAL and DJ Shaun Coon. (hulas.com)
Live at 35
Jamm and Friends take over Bar 35 starting at 9 p.m. for an evening of live music. No cover. (bar35hawaii.com)
