October 2010

October 4, 2010

Sunset Strip Picks: Oct. 4-10

The first full week of October kicks off a host of new residencies that will be filling your social calendar for months to come. From country music, to ghost hunting, to industry mixers, The Sunset Strip has got you covered for whatever brand of nightlife tickles your fancy.

 

Beginning Monday, Oct. 4 The Standard hotel presents a new night for us weekday warriors -- you know, those of us who party during the week and work on the weekends. Every Monday, Working Class brings together industry movers and shakers, musicians and scenesters for a night of networking, music and half-price drinks. Hosted by Heather Garfias, this week’s gathering will feature sets from Tetris and Al Squared spinning til 2 a.m. Doors open at 10 p.m. RSVP at missahhbrey@gmail.com. www.thestandardhotels.com/hollywood

 

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October 5, 2010

The Cat Club, JD Bender Partner For Weekly "Hollywood Hayride" Country Music Night

The Cat Club may be a lot rock and roll, but starting this Wednesday it also gets a little bit country with JD Bender’s Hollywood Hayride, a new weekly residency that promises to put some Hollywood tinsel in your two-step. Country crooner turned club promoter JD Bender was able to hang up his boots long enough to speak with TheSunsetStrip.com about opening night of his Hollywood Hootenanny.

 

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October 15, 2010

The Comedy Store Unleashes Its Ghostly Past

Opening its doors in 1940, Ciro’s nightclub was the original Sunset Strip hotspot for the who’s who of Tinseltown. Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Cary Grant, Joan Crawford and notorious members of the mob were among those who performed and played here.

So with 70-plus years of storied history – as well as some illicit scandal from the mob days – under its belt, it should be no surprise that the building that now houses the world famous Comedy Store is considered one of the most haunted landmarks in Los Angeles. 

On Oct. 8, The Store kicked off a month-long series paying tribute to its specters in residence with “Haunted Midnights.”  Part history lesson, part tour and all laughs, the night had a great balance of spooky Sunset Strip lore and comedic performance. 

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October 7, 2010

Photographers Celebrate Community, Art & Music With "Stripped" Exhibit

Have you ever dreamed of being on stage with Slash, backstage at The Roxy Theatre or front and center performing in front of thousands of people during the Sunset Strip Music Festival? Luckily for you, a host of photographers is bringing this experience directly to you as part of their "Stripped: A Collection of Photographs from The Sunset Strip" exhibit.

Initially launched  during the Sunset Strip Music Festival in August, the exhibit showcases the collective works of those who have documented and captured concerts and life on The Sunset Strip during the past four decades. And the exhibit doesn't just celebrate amazing performances by legendary artists like Ozzy Osbourne, Jay-Z and Slash, but more importantly, it illustrates the new sense of community and artistic camaraderie on The Strip.

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October 11, 2010

Sunset Strip Picks: Oct. 11-17

Curb your cubicle angst and inner Garfield at the Working Class party on Monday night. Off to a roaring start in only its second week, this new “industry night” at The Standard’s Purple Lounge features half-priced drinks and hot hipster DJs. Doors open at 10 p.m. RSVP to missahhbrey@gmail.com. www.thestandardhotels.com/hollywood

 

Tuesday, Oct. 12 ShowlistLA presents That Noise, Bjorn Baillie, Dirt Dress and Shytown at the Viper Room. No need to dirty your ears, talent buyer turned promoter David Gordoni sifts through So Cal’s musical refuse to bring you the best of the best in unsigned talent. Catch the next big act before they break. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. www.viperroom.com

 

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October 11, 2010

Summer Continues With Poolside Concert Series

The calendar may say we are in the middle of October, but the heat index definitely screams summer. So before you pull out the scarves, boots and light weight coats, enjoy the extended sunshine and warm nights with Mondrian Sessions. This uniquely L.A. outdoor music series is hosted poolside and features top indie and acoustic artists.

The series kicks off at 8 p.m. with special guest DJs, and the live performances last until midnight. The schedule includes:

Friday, October 15: Warpaint

Friday, November 5: Peter Moren (of Peter, Bjorn And John)

Saturday, November 20: Yacht

Saturday, December 4: Jens Lekman

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October 12, 2010

Key Club Booker Takes Innovative Approach To Music Networking, Promotions Game

Filling a venue as spacious as the Key Club is no easy feat. Doing it night after night, well that’s a job that even seasoned bookers would shy away from. So the fact that the venue’s national talent buyer, David Gordoni, has any time for side projects is a genuine tribute to his networking skills and industry experience.

 

Graduating from the University of Southern California’s music industry program in 2002, Gordoni began his journey in the music business working as an assistant at a major talent agency. Looking for a way to network in his new found community, Gordoni thought of an innovative strategy to build relationships by compiling and centralizing all the pertinent info on upcoming concerts in the L.A. area.

 

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October 14, 2010

Frampton Comes Alive On The Sunset Strip!

Legendary guitarist Peter Frampton spent his afternoon on The Sunset Strip, signing a larger-than-life Gibson art guitar and mingling with fans.

The 10-foot tall mixed media guitar, titled "Good Time Tonite," was created by artist Anne Daub to celebrate Frampton's career. Fans greeted the Grammy-winning artist, who signed autographs and posed for photos.

The art guitar is part of of GuitarTown Sunset Strip, which features 26 guitars created by locally and nationally recognized artists to celebrate The Sunset Strip's history. For a full list of artists, visit www.gibson.com/sunset-strip. You can also view the location of the guitars on The Sunset Strip walking map.

Photos courtesy Erik Voake

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October 18, 2010

Spooky Liquid Spirits, Costume Parties, Treats & "The Lost Boys"

As All Hallows' Eve inches closer and closer, we invite you to enjoy events that will make you scream with delight. Grab a devilish cocktail at "London After Dark", check out "The Lost Boys" with Corey Feldman and trick or treat on The Sunset Strip with TweetCrawl V. And don't forget your costume. Skybar, Rainbow Bar & Grill, the Viper Room, Key Club and Cat Club are hosting Halloween parties, too.

 

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October 18, 2010

Sunset Strip Picks: Oct. 18-24

 Start your week off on the right foot when Waka Flocka Flame takes over The Roxy Theatre. This hip-hop newcomer burst on the scene one year ago with his debut mixtape Salute Me Or Shoot Me, Vol. 1. Spawning hit single, “O Let’s Do It” this "The Muppet Show"-named rapper has been on the fast track to bling and Bentleys. Doors open at 7 p.m. www.theroxyonsunset.com

 

Tuesday, Oct. 19 the Viper Room presents The Shoos with Jet Set Go. Fresh off their tour with One Republic, these Irish imports are quickly making a name for themselves stateside with their thoughtful pop melodies. See what all the fuss is about. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. www.viperroom.com

 

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