Pitstop: 12/13/13
Friday December 13
The Mixers Live
O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. Live mixture of classics, rock, blues and party/dance music. (909-255-1009)
Jazi’s House Party
The Coconut Waikiki Penthouse, 450 Lewers St., Honolulu, 8 p.m., free, 18 and older. Video shoot for Jazi Hawaii’s upcoming single. Performances by Hawaii’s finest hip-hop acts. (jazimusic.com)
Saturday December 14
Groundation & Abyssinians Live
The Republik, 8 p.m. show starts, $35/general admission, increase day of show, plus applicable fees. Groundation captures the essence and drive of true roots reggae, the internationally renowned band takes the art form to new heights by blending elements of jazz, funk, salsa, fusion and transcendental dub in a progressive amalgam of sound. The Abyssinians’ first full album was recorded in 1976 and is regarded as one of the greatest in the history of Jamaican music. (groovetickets.com)
Sasha Live
The Underground, 1146 Fort Street Mall, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $20-$30, 18 and older. Sasha is a Welsh DJ and record producer. Sasha began his career playing acid house dance music in the late 1980s. Sasha has remixed tracks for artists such as Madonna, The Chemical Brothers and Hot Chip. (oospot.com, flavorus.com/oospot)
African Dance Night
Da Spot, King Street, 9-11 p.m., $10/door, children 12 and under free. Wear your African attire. Drum and dance is an amazing art form that will always lift your spirits. (389-9573)
Simplicity Live
Mo-Joe’s Sports Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. to midnight, free. Simplicity rocks Mo-Joe’s. (234-6656)
Unplugged
Morning Brew Café & Bistro, 6-8 p.m., free. Soul Patrol performs rock, blues and soul music. (262-7770)
Sunday December 15
Solo Competitive Racing
Aloha Stadium, visit website for more information. With over 30 classes, your best driving time during four separate laps will be measured against other drivers, both female and male, in same class of vehicle. (sccahawaii.org, JL24@hawaii.rr.com)
Tuesday December 17
Jamie Winpenny and Andrew Catanzariti Live
Downbeat Lounge, 8-10 p.m., free, 21 and older. True Tone Tuesdays is a singer songwriter showcase featuring Hawaii’s top acoustic music makers. Hosted by James McCarthy of Doolin Rakes, 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. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday December 19
YUZU Karaoke Challenge
YUZU at the Ala Moana Hotel, final round of prelims tonight, prelim registration 7-8:30 p.m., contests 9-10:30 p.m., open karaoke 10:30 p.m. to midnight, finals Dec. 26, no cost to enter the karaoke challenge, 21 and older. Two drink minimum for all contestants and audience members. Visit website for more rules. (yuzuhawaii.com)
Tavana And Friends
Downbeat Lounge, 9 p.m., free. His music can be described as a unique blend of heavy American blues with sprinklings rock and roll, and even Hawaiian slack key. A one-man band, he plays acoustic guitar, slide steel guitar, kick drum and the high hat. (533-2328)
