December 2010

December 1, 2010

Holiday Guide 2010

From burlesque with Dita Von Teese at The Roxy Theatre, to rooftop fireside drinks at The London West Hollywood, to “customized fiesta” price-friendly party packages at Cabo Cantina, the holiday spirit is alive and well on The Sunset Strip throughout the month of December. 

Restaurants nightclubs and shops along The Strip are united in making the 2010 holidays an affordable, fun and hassle-free experience this season with special holiday menu items and events for those looking to get into the holiday spirit. Here's your guide featuring festive things to do and your places to party this month!
 

 

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December 2, 2010

TheSunsetStrip.com Exclusive Interview: Fiction Plane

UK indie rockers Fiction Plane journeyed Sunset Strip side for one of only two U.S. appearances promoting the release of their new record Sparks. The seasoned three-piece, comprised of frontman/bassist Joe Sumner, guitarist Seton Daunt and drummer Pete Wilhoit, has already toured the world in support of Sting, The Police and The Bravery, as well as headlined their own sold-out European tour. Now poised to make their mark in the States, band leader and rock royalty progeny Joe Sumner has relocated to Lala Land and is quickly making his presence known. 

Before taking the stage for their Nov. 18 performance at the Viper Room, the jovial lads from Fiction Plane spoke with TheSunsetStrip.com about the importance of having a driver’s license, the daunting question of nepotism when you are Sting's son, and supermodels who work in coffee shops.  

 

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December 3, 2010

Week In Rewind: Night Market Opens, Sunset Tower rocks a holiday video, BOA remains a celeb hotspot

Thai Street Food on Sunset [Urban Daddy]

A Look Into Night Market, Open Tonight in West Hollywood for Thai Street Food [Grubstreet]

Celebrate The Holiday Season on The Sunset Strip [Kix Axe]

Watch Sunset Tower’s Holiday Video Card – Made by ‘SNL’ Stars [Hollywood Reporter]

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December 6, 2010

Sunset Strip Picks: Dec. 6-12

Tonight, KCRW presents the funky afro-beats of Chico Mann at The Roxy Theatre. You will most certainly want to catch the artist who is described as a “time-travelling multi-instrumentalist-producer who with drum machines, synthesizers and guitars has singlehandedly filled the 30+ year gap between afrobeat, afrocuban, freestyle and electronic music while throwing a wrench into the cogs of musical history.” See if he lives up to his claim. Doors open at 8 p.m. and tickets are $13.50. www.theroxyonsunset.com

 

Some Hear Explosions!? One of The Sunset Strip’s best and brightest takes the stage at the Viper Room on Tuesday, Dec. 7 along with Hollywood Heartthrob, EchoGram and Shawn Chrystopher. School yourself on some great local up and comers. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $10. www.viperroom.com

 

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December 8, 2010

Night + Market Lets You Discover Thailand, Without The Checked Bag Fees

Last Thursday, Dec. 2, Night + Market debuted on The Sunset Strip to a packed, and very vibrant, crowd. The newly opened Thai street food restaurant from owner and chef Kris Yenbamroong is the sister to an already standing Talesai, which opened in 1982 by his parents. Yenbamroong took the helm of the Sunset Strip staple a few years ago, and when the space next door to Talesai became available, he knew it would be the ideal location for a new venture.

 

Night + Market is a late night communal dining spot boasting tapas style plates based on Thai street food items. The menu features favorites like crispy catfish, pork stew and fried chicken wings, all accompanied by a selection of beers from Southeast Asia and wine that can be ordered in “taste” size as well as by the glass or bottle.

 

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December 13, 2010

Sunset Strip Picks: Dec. 13-19

Kicking off the week with the PICK OF THE WEEK:  Monday, Dec. 13 professional party planner Tuesdae (Chelsea Girls/Huntress) presents Rock Club at The Cat Club. This high-demand event boasting "the only weekly live rock n' roll karaoke band in Hollywood" is finally touching down on The Sunset Strip. Struggling singers, put your money where your mouth is, and test your skills with a live band while industry movers and shakers troll for new talent. This new weekly residency features surprise celebrity guests and cheap drink specials. Show starts at 11 p.m. Tickets are $10 or $5 with invite before 11 p.m. Set list online at www.facebook.com/RockClubLA.  www.thecatclubonsunset.com

 

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December 14, 2010

TweetCrawl VI: Sleigh Bells On Sunset – Guaranteed To Be More Fun Than Watching FOX News With Your Grandparents

You’ve decked the halls and spiced the cider, now it’s time to walk in a not so wintery wonderland as The Sunset Strip’s restaurants and bars host TweetCrawl VI: Sleigh Bells on Sunset! The signature venue-crawl-meets-social-networking event is taking over the boulevard – jingle bells and all – on Dec. 18.

 

Participants are encouraged to don their tackiest, most festive holiday sweater as the group carols down The Strip spreading cheer and visiting some favorite spots. Indulge in very merry libations, food and goodies – not to mention a chance to win a bounty of awesome prizes from participating businesses as well as The Roxy Theatre (@theroxy) and Dan Deutsch Optical (@dandeutschoo). (Be sure to follow them all for chances to win.)

 

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December 29, 2010

Happy New Year! Your Guide To The Strip's Events

Before you make resolutions you know you won't keep, venture to The Sunset Strip for a night of champagne-popping good fun as we ring in 2011!

 

MUSIC, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & PARTIES

The Raveonettes + Autoluxe at The Standard, Hollywood
KCRW presents Danish duo The Raveonettes and Autoluxe. Doors open at 8 p.m. and pre-sale tickets are $50. Need more info?

 

Neon New Years at Skybar
Skybar hosts ultimate New Wave ’80s rockers the Spazmatics on New Year’s Eve. Guests can also enjoy an open bar from 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. Entrance is $175 ($125 for Mondrian hotel guests). For reservations, call 323.848.6025. www.mondrianhotel.com

 

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December 17, 2010

Give Your Wallet A Break: Affordable Holiday Gift Guide

The countdown is officially on, and you haven’t started to conquer your ever-growing holiday shopping list. Fear not. We’ve got a list of affordable options on The Sunset Strip that will make your wallet happy and those near and dear to you sing your praises. And to help get you into the holiday spirit, those shopping this weekend can enjoy carolers roaming Sunset Plaza Friday and Saturday nights from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. (Dec. 17 and 18), and warm cocktails served by the fire on The London West Hollywood’s rooftop from 5-9 p.m. Now, back to your list… 

 

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December 17, 2010

8 Questions With 8mm

‘Tis the season tonight at the Viper Room when 8mm hits the stage for their Third Annual Holiday Show. Promising “candy, balloons and holiday cheer,” the trip-hop duo comprised of A-list producer/engineer Sean Beavan (GNR, Marilyn Manson, NIN, No Doubt) and wife Juliette Beavan will deliver a sleigh full of sexy carols to the masses. Before they take the stage, learn about the holiday movie quotes and albums that inspire their sultry seasonal spectacular.

 

Your first LP was titled Songs to Love and Die By. What’s your favorite song to make love to?

Juliette: Anything off of Blackjazz by Shining!

 

And on the other hand… what’s your first choice for a swan song?

Juliette: “In The Lap Of The Gods” by Queen. It’s the appropriate mix of grandiosity and resignation.

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