Pitstop: 01/26/18
Friday January 26
Hirie Live
BAMP Project presents Hirie performing live at The Republik. Hirie is poppy and purposeful, harnessing the power of accessible songcraft, social consciousness, world-class musicianship, and the disarming and spellbinding qualities of reggae. Show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are $20 general admission with a $5 increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Mahi‘ai Kekumu Live
Mahi‘ai Kekumu takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand with Gj. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Sun, Surf and Physical Comedy
Actors Basauri presents Sun, Surf and Physical Comedy from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at The ARTS at Marks Garage. The workshop continues from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, as well as Feb. 2-4. Tickets are $500. (eventbrite.com)
Trishnalei and Friends Live
The Grind Entertainment presents happy hour at Downbeat Lounge featuring local signer-songwriter Trishnalei and Friends. Show runs from 6 to 8 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. After that, The Chronies, The Drowning Dreamers Band, Jonny Eureka and Goon Lei Goon perform starting at 9 p.m.; admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Far Too Loud
Audiophile and Poundtown present Far Too Loud from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Hawaiian Brians, featuring . Tickets available at UH campus center.
Gift of Gab of Blackalicious Live
Jus Bone of KTUH’s Got Rice? Show Sick Dog Productions presents the return of Blackalicious Emcee Gift Of Gab at Pure Nightclub and Hawaii Events Center. Doors open at 9 p.m., and those 21 and older are welcome. The show will also feature hip-hop artist Jahsun & Ra Soul, Creed Chameleon, Koins, Sans, Kwalified X Sirenz, Keith Cross and more. This will also be Hawaii Swish Basketball after-party and the birthday party for long time security service provider “Bigg” Dave Savea. (ticketfly.com, gotriceshow@gmail.com)
The Chronies + The Drowning Dreamers Band Live
Downbeat Lounge presents live performances by The Chronies, The Drowning Dreamers Band, Jonny Eureka and Goon Lei Goon. Selections by DJ Jet Boy. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday January 27
Kings of Spade & Flying Buffaloes Live
BAMP Project & Country 97.5 presents a night of country, rock, and Americana with Kings of Spade & Flying Buffaloes performing live at The Republik. Fronting Kings of Spade is fluorescent-mohawked, Kasi Nunes, whose fiery vocals recall a hybrid of soul queens Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin; Flying Buffaloes, as a band, represents the essence and energy of the current musical climate in Nashville. Show starts at 7 p.m., and tickets are $10 general admission, with a $5 increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Female Comics of Hawaii
The Female Comics of Hawaii will be at The ARTS at Marks Garage from 8 to 10 p.m. for a evening of funny performances. Cover is $10. (artsatmarks.com)
Eat. Drink. Disco. Repeat.
Impact Hub HNL presents Eat. Drink. Disco. Repeat. from 7 to 10 p.m. at its location. It’s the grand-opening party for the organization, and also acts as a fundraising event for Aloha Harvest. Members get in free, and guests pay $30, which includes food and drink scrips. Those under 21 receive entry for $20. Dress code is 1970s disco. (impacthubhnl.com)
Secret Record Store
Secret Record Store sets up shop at Downbeat Lounge from 3 to 8 p.m. Buy vinyl, have an afternoon cocktail and listen to selections by DJ MONKEY, JOHNJOHN and more. Admission is free; all ages welcome. (downbeatdiner.com)
Reggae Revive
Pressure Down Sounds and Rudies Hi-Fi present Reggae Revive at Downbeat Lounge, an all-vinyl reggae event with vintage dance cuts of dub, ska and rocksteady. Special guest selector King Leo. Event starts at 9 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Sunday January 28
SCCA Solo
Try four timed laps at the Sports Car Club of America solo/autocross course in competition with other cars and trucks at Aloha Stadium parking lot. Visit website for more information. (scchawaii.org)
Sharon’s Ride, Run, and Walk
Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii sponsors Sharon’s Ride, Run, and Walk, which starts at 7 a.m. at Kapiolani Community College. The net proceeds of the event will go to sponsor the Foundation’s educational and informational services. Entry fee is $35 (528-3058, edracers@aol.com)
Monday January 29
Open Mic Night
Gj hosts an open mic night at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. Signups begin at 5:45 p.m. (hulas.com)
Open Mic
The Grind Entertainment presents an open mic night, a showcase for local unsigned talent, starting at 7 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. Signup by email. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (tgehawaii@gmail.com)
Tuesday January 30
Jared Ming Live
Jared Ming takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand with Gj. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Greener Reader
Impact Hub HNL presents a book discussion from 6 to p.m. The group will go over When Elephants Dance and enjoy a potluck meal. Reading lineup is available online, and walkins are welcome. Prior to that, the Hub hosts a women’s coffee time from noon to 1:30 p.m.; RSVP required. (impacthubhnl.com)
Griff Jurgens + The Perfect Wave Live
Biku Shimabuku presents live original sets by singer-songwriters Griff Jurgens, The Perfect Wave and Biku. Event starts at 8 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Rotten Blossom + Superfuct Live
Belly of The Beast presents live performances by local punk groups Rotten Blossom, Superfuct, Gehirn and Dillon from Gorgos. The event is a fundraiser to bring Assault & Battery to Hawaii. Show starts at 5 p.m., and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday January 31
iichiko BLŪ Bartender Competition
iichiko BLŪ is bringing a shochu showdown to SKY Waikiki. The search is on for the best cocktails featuring the award-winning shochu at Hawaii’s 2018 iichiko BLŪ Bartender Competition. Event starts at 5 p.m., and more information can be found online. (iichiko.co.jp/en/, skywaikiki.com)
Vincent Royo Live
Vincent Royo takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand with Gj. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Thursday February 1
7 Pairs of Iron Shoes Live
Join howlin’ rockers 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes as they take the stage in Downbeat Lounge with special guest Weatherball. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
