After Hours: Nightspotting
Compiled by Liane Yim and Debra Yuen
Advertiser Staff Writers
IT'S LIVE: THIS WEEK ONLY
Slydah G's Birthday Bash. with Ooklah the Moc, Mr. 83, giveaways and more. 9 p.m. today, Boardriders Bar & Grill. 261-4600.
Beautiful. Presented by photog Russell Tanoue and co-host Jeremy Staat, Manovich fashion show, Jennifer Pimentel, DJs Rayne and Badmouth, part of the proceeds benefit American War Heroes. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. today, Chai's Island Bistro, Aloha Tower Marketplace. 585-0011.
Wonderful. Hosted by Artist Groove Network with DJs Betty, Ryan-Sean and Mike D. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. today, Zanzabar Nightclub. 924-3939.
Full Moon Party. All Capricorns get in free. 9 p.m. Saturday, Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
ZioN FiyaH and Dubkonscious. Reggae. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Loft, 115 Hotel St. 392-3692.
Natural Vibrations 4th Annual Chronic X-mas Party. With Ooklah the Moc, Iration, 18/older. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturday, Pipeline Cafe. 589-1999, www.islandtix.com.
Aubrey O'Day (Danity Kane). Special guest host for The Monkey Bar, presented by Architechs, Vertical Junkies and Tantriq Entertainment. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Ciao Mein Restaurant, Hyatt Regency Waikiki. www.verticaljunkies.com.
Pimpbot's "Admit One" CD release party. 10 p.m. Saturday, Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.
"Sunset Island Masters." Solo artist prelim competition, hosted by Crystal Akana and the Island 98.5 crew. 8 p.m. Sunday, Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar. 947-2900.
Hunky Santa. Photos with Santa, with donations benefiting the Life Foundation. 10 p.m. Monday, Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
Home for the holidays. Justin Young, from Windward O'ahu, and Tyrone Wells, from Los Angeles, will take a break from Mainland tours for a holiday show at 8 p.m. Thursday at Anna Bannana's. Doors open at 7 p.m. 946-5190. Also, a CD release party for Justin's "All Attached" is set for 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Pakele Live!, Ala Moana Hotel, Pakele Lounge. 955-4811.
Jazz Wednesday. Gabe Baltazar with David Choy, Noel Okimoto, Dean Taba, Dan Del Negro, Robert Shinoda. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Honolulu Club. 543-3916.
Sound/Clash. Featuring Algebra and Temporary Lovers. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Thursday, Lotus Soundbar. 924-1688.
"The Release." Featuring Lupe Fiasco with DJs XL, Anit, Jrama, Delve and Emirc. 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Pipeline Cafe. www.presaleticketsonline.com.
ON THE TURNTABLES
Dynamite Soul. Tribute to James Brown with DJs Eskae and 45Revolover, Justin James, visuals by Oktohekion and more. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday, Jazz Minds Art & Cafe. 945-0800.
NOTABLE, NEW AND NOT-SO-NEW: DJS, BANDS AND SPACES
The Playground. DJed hip-hop, R&B, soul, dancehall for the kids. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, the W Honolulu; 21/older. www.tantriqentertainment.com.
The Circus. Dancers, DJs and the magic of "Cirque Hawaii" performers. 10 p.m. Fridays, Cirque Hawaii (the old IMAX theater). 753-4970.
Reality. Two floors of hip-hop, R&B, neosoul. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Fridays, The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21/older. www.kuriousproductions.com.
Dragonfly Room. Hip-hop, R&B, neosoul, DJ Anit and the ever-present dress code. Aces! 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, W Honolulu; 21/older.
Fly. DJs Jrama, Epic, Lava, go-go dancers, performances by "Cirque Hawaii," more. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturdays, Cirque Hawaii; 21/older. 753-4970.
Happy Tuesdays. Photog Russell Tanoue presents another party for beautiful people. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Tuesdays, E&O Trading Co.; 21/older.
Listening Party. The grooves and views are a hump-day blessing. 5:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Hanohano Room, Sheraton Waikiki; 21/older.
Rising Melody. A weekly singer/songwriter forum with rotating guests and a bar. 8 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays, thirtyninehotel. 599-2552.
Acid Wash. With DJs Vegas Mike, Nocturna, Quiksilva and guests. Always '80s. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Wednesdays, NextDoor; 21/older. 548-6398.
Big Wednesdays. A little something to get over the hump. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Wednesdays, The O Lounge; 18/older. www.verticaljunkies.com.
Cancun. Partying goes south of the border. We ask: What border? 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Thursdays, Seņor Frog's; 21/older. www.verticaljunkies.com.
Redda Fire. Reggae and dancehall on the lovely waterfront. Dance! 11 p.m.-4 a.m. Thursdays, The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf. 395-2100.
Eastside Grill. Not just a sports bar, but a great place to relax with friends; great pupu, too. Daily, Puck's Alley, 1035 University Ave. 952-6555.
Mai Tai Bar. The nonhookup beachside getaway with live music. 4:30-10:30 p.m. daily, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.
Reach Liane Yim at lyim@honoluluadvertiser.com and Debra Yuen at dyuen@honoluluadvertiser.com.
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