Sunday, September 28, 2008

The Rush 9/30 - 10/6

As the fall continues to RUSH past us we enter into the month of October. With a little over a month count-down to the election the city, the country and the world hold their breath in anticipation. To my lovely sister Happy Birthday, and to the world hang on tight, its going to be a bumpy ride!

September 30th, 2008

Protest Films : Spirit of 68'
It seems that in the wake of the one of the most aggressive and  divided presidential debates, more and more anti-war sentiments appear to be emerging from the general populous. A throw-back to the 1960's spirit of activism, Cinefamily hosts a night of revolutionary cinema.

Time: 8 pm
Admission: $12
The Silent Movie Theatre
611 Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-655-2510
Thou shalt always support this group. Thou shalt see them perform today. Thou shalt listen to the witty and outrages lyrics of Scroobius Pip, and then you'll cry hooray! Thou shalt jam out to the beats of Dan Le Sac. Thou shalt have a rockin' time. Listen for the letter from god to man, its absolutely divine!

Time: 9 pm
Admission: $10
1822 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-413-8200

October 1st, 2008
My Bloody Valentine
Back for Blood, this Irish-British quartet has recently recouped and regrouped after almost 15 years of seclusion. Wooing us back with the haze of nostalgia and hints of albums to come, it is clear that Loveless Valentines wasn't enough for LA LA LAnd.

 Time: 8 pm (Oct 1 & 2)
Admission: $48
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium
1855 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA
310-458-8551

Madame Butterfly
This is the quintessential tragic opera, where terrible circumstances and dire emotions are resonated by a beautiful musical score. This is my favorite Puccini opera, and one of the most celebrated operas ever written. If you have never seen an opera, I suggest you do so before you die, and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is an excellent venue to begin your tour of operatic tragedies. 

Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
135 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Art for Hope : Obama Fundraiser
Hopefully the debate of last Friday night left you with more answers than questions, in spite of the fact that the candidates were heavily divided in their approach to foreign policy. I believe that the next few weeks will be very difficult for all of us, but I encourage everyone in a non-partisan plea, that you do not loose your hope. Perhaps the world will change a little, and perhaps that is exactly what it needs. 

Time: 7 - 10 pm
Admission: $25
Merry Karnowsky Gallery
170 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036

October 2nd, 2008

Happy Birthday Karina Villegas!!!
Singing melancholic songs of the New York City underground, Reed's resonant vocals tell the tales of the Lower East Side hookers and heroin addicts of the 1970's. This indisputable legend has and will continue to influence rockers for generations to come. To be graced by the presence of such an icon would make for the perfect day. 

Time: 8:30 pm (Oct 2 & 3)
Admission: $35 General /$28 Students / $18 CalArts 
631 W. 2nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-237-2800
www.redcat.org

October 3rd, 2008

Orbiting into Los Angeles, this decade old band continues their cosmic journey with their sixth album Earth to the Dandy Warhols. With an interesting history of anti-industry, do-it-yourself mentality, the Dandy Warhols are still producing some seriously sick psychedelic jams. 

Time: 8:30 pm
Admission: $25
3790 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA  90010
213-388-1400

October 4th, 2008

J.U.I.C.E.
Community center J.U.I.C.E (Justice by Uniting in Creative Energy) has joined with Antics Performance to create a night of hip-hop and street dance. Prooving to the world that creativity and artistic expression are the catalist of social change, artists and dreamers unite for one amazing performance. 

Time: 8 pm
2580 E. Cahuenga Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
323-461-3673
The paintings of Joshua Petker evoke the luscious lure of the femme fetal. 
With rich tones his visions of cunningly beautiful females leaves the viewer longing for another taste of that succulent black sugar eye candy. 

Time: 7 - 10 pm
Admission: FREE
Corey Helford Gallery
8522 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-287-2340
www.coreyhelfordgallery.com

If you listen to the same LA radio station that I frequent, you probably have heard all about this little shindig. For anyone looking to rock out on Saturday I recommend this festival and it's seriously AMAZING lie-up: Mars Volta, Hercules & Love Affair, Cut Copy, Black lips, Shiny Toy Guns, The Submarines, Nico Vega, etc...the list is endless! 

Time: 12 noon
City Hall
200 N. Spring St.
Los Angles, CA 90012
213-473-3231
www.detour.laweekly.com

October 5th, 2008

This is a FREE Film festival featuring the films of some of the most innovative and artistic creators of our time. The filmmakers are given one week to complete their film assignment, that is generally on relevant social issues. The purpose of this festival is to elevate mass consciousness and to create artistic and social discourse. 

Time: 3 pm
Admission: Free/VIP Seating $38
777 Chick Hearn Ct.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-763-6030
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Sunday, September 21, 2008

Rush 9/22 - 9/29

As the days get shorter and shorter the approaching election is on everyone's mind, and the political climate in LA is beginning to stew. Many of the events in this week's pick-o-the litter are steaming with political, social, environmental, and humanitarian consciousness. Not only are art and politics often found at the same party, but art plays an important role in creating awareness of socio-political and humanitarian issues. This is a good week to pick your favorite cause and enjoy some art.

September 22nd 2008

This competition is in search for something longer than a poem, with a little more narrative than a rap, and funnier than the last comic standing. With celebrity judges like the luscious Molly Ringwald the search for the wittiest and most amusing story is on! Prepare yourself for a bedtime story that will leave you with a side ache.

Time: 7 pm
Admission: $12
King King
6555 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028

The Raconteurs @ The Greek
Playing their cards with the black-haired Jack White on vocals, the Reconteurs bring the perfect combination of skillful songwriting, soulful singing, and polished playing to the Greek Theatre for two consecutive nights. Truly the Consolers of the Lonely this band is Steady as She Goes. Playing the 22nd & 23rd at the Greek.

Time: 7:30 pm
The Greek Theatre
2700 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-665-5857

September 23rd, 2008
Though I recognize that there are many people out their who may or may not support the political platform of the Democratic Nominee, my own political convictions quite obviously veer to the left. As much as I support the democratic party I highly encourage everyone to educate themselves on both sides of the coin. My only hope is that when we vote in November, that we recognize that the status of our country is in a clear and steady decline and I urge you to take into consideration that we are all in this together. On that note all proceeds from this event will go to the Obama campaign. Don't forget to VOTE!

Time: 6 - 9 pm
Admission: $20
Bert Green Fine Art
102 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213-624-6212
www.bgfa.us
Anyone in Hollywood can tell you that its all about location, but I'm sure you never considered architectural features as a means of getting your groove on! This panel discussion Architecture and Seduction : Bachelor Pads and Sex Machines, will delve into the nature of sensuous space.

Time: 7 pm
Admission: FREE
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-443-7000
www.hammer.ucla.edu

September 24th, 2008
Just because this band only has one girl in it and she isn't Brazilian doesn't mean this band isn't a legitimate sound powerhouse. With the recent release of their new album NEW YORK CITY in August this performance is right on schedule and is certain to be a good time!

Time: 9 pm
Admission: $25
The Wiltern
3790 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
213-388-1400

September 25th, 2008

Art 4 Darfur
A charity in conjunction with HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere), a non-profit dedicated to supporting and developing social projects that educate and aid people through creative and artistic ventures. Held at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica the proceeds of this event will benefit the people struggling in Darfur. Additionally much of the featured artwork is of this subject matter.
Time: 6 pm
Admission: $15 -40
Bergamot Station
2525 Michigan Ave.
Santa Monica, CA
800-800-1733






September 26th, 2008

Funky Munky King Toy Store is hosting a charity auction of original custom designed toys. In conjunction with The Mattel Children's Foundation, these custom collectables will be sold through a silent auction, the proceeds of which will be donated to The Art of Elysium Foundation. The money will benefit children battling serious medical conditions.
Not only is this a worthy cause, but these collectables are amazing, funky, and trendy! Custom toy collecting has grown in popularity over the last few years and much more so with the influx of the bizzar yet intriguing toys and figurines produced by Japanese favorite Takashi Murakami.
These artistic wonders will make you wonder why you ever stopped playing with Toys.

Time: 7 - 11 pm
Admission: Free
Munky King
7308 Melrose Ave.
Los Angles, CA 90046
212-805-8016

Mark Acetelli is one of my favorite LA painters, so you can image how pleased I was to see that he was also working with photography. What is even more exciting, is that his photography is just as viceral and raw as the paintings I know and love him for. Acetelli amazes me with
everything that he does. This is my pick of the week.

Time: 7 - 12 pm
Admission: Free
7600 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
310-880-1912

September 27th, 2008

Stinky Twinky & Cubicle
So I happened to stumble upon this local band through my brother, who interned for the lead singer this summer. I was rather skeptical at first, mostly because the band name didn't exactly sound very appetizing...but a few tracks in and I was hooked to the sticky, warm, feel-good vibe that this band emulates. I have a major sweet-tooth for this band and will be eating my fill of
their sweet-treat sound waves this Saturday!
Time: 10 pm
Admission: FREE
The Mountain Bar
475 Gin Ling Way
Los Angeles, CA 90012


Including the work of 16 different artists this show focuses on how war has been made routine. It is frightening to realize that images of war have become common place in our day to day lives. It makes you wonder just how desensitized we really are.

Time: 6 - 9 pm
Admission: FREE
1639 18th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90404
310-453-3711

Art is a Hammer
A part of the We The People Festival, politically charged cultural festival that's main focus is to promote social awareness. With a plethora of artistic and intellectual stimuli this will supply you with your Political/Art fix.

Time: 1 pm
Admission: $45
The Grind Gallery
1245 North Spring Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

September 28th, 2008

Enjoy a sexy french satire of the swinger culture of the 1960's. Starring Serge Gainsbourg & Jane Birkin, with a live performance by musical tribute Paris Loves LA.

Time: 8 pm
Admission: $15
The Silent Movie Theatre
611 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-655-2510

MSTRKRFT
(More to come Soon!)


















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Sunday, September 14, 2008

Rush 9/15 - 9/22

This week is a busy week in LA LA LAnd, with a plethora of concerts, gallery openings, and other wonderful cultural events. This also happens to be the week my beautiful mother was born: Happy Birthday Mom! Anyhow, I expect that many of you culture-junkies will have a difficult decision to make between these amazing LA events:

Wednesday, Sept. 17th, 2008

Happy Birthday Monica Villegas!

Vampire Weekend @ The Wiltern
Playing two nights back to back at the Wiltern Theatre, this celebrated indie-rock band is one of this weeks highlights. This NY band is your typical indie-crush...you feel good, but a little
disillusioned...welcome to the opening of your Vampire Weekend.

Time: 8 pm
Admission: $22
3790 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
213-288-1400

Billy Idol @ The House o' Blues
After 30's years of being wedded to punk-white hair, Billy Idol has made his way down to the stage of classics. Yelling his little rebel heart out on the Sunset Strip, Billy gives cause to Dance

Time: 9 pm
Admission: $52.50 (18+)
8430 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
323-848-5100

Thursday Sept. 18th, 2008

Over the last two years LA has fallen in love with this indie-rock foursome, and rumor has it that the last time they came to LA they were greeted by a fevered crowd of indie activists. Rocking the walls of the Fonda will no doubt be just as thrilling and vivacious. As though this concert wasn't amazing enough, Flavorpill is giving away a pair of tickets to this show. If you can answer their random question with a sarcastic, witty, and or amusing answer you may just find yourself crowd surfing this Thursday night!

Time: 8 pm
6126 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angles,CA 90028
323-464-0808

Cole Sternberg : Paintings
In the wake of a dangerously controversial political climate, Cole Sternberg's new show presents a body of work that evokes the fears and frustrations of the times. Just in time for the election Sternberg's socio-political graffiti/oil paintings make us contemplate our desperate need for change and the numerous decisions that our country now faces.

Time: 6 - 9 pm
Admission: Free
345 N. Canon Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-858-7815


Just around the corner from the Sternberg show, this makes for an easy artistic double-header. Venturing into digitally enhanced photography and multi-media works, the McLean show makes a nice complement to Sternberg's oil paint abyss. This is an RSVP event.

Time: 7 pm
Admission: Free
354 Bedford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-278-4400
RSVP@Yargerfineart.com

Friday Sept. 19th, 2008

Backhausdance
Guided by the artistic direction of Jennifer Backhaus this contemporary dance company brings meticulously sculpted dances to the stage. Incorporating an eclectic variation of modern dance forms the 12 dancers of this company strive to create a unique movement aesthetic.

Time: 8:30 pm
2580 E. Cahuenga Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
323-461-3673

The Silver Lake Gallery Alliance hosts the first annual multi-gallery exhibition that celebrates the artists of LA's most prominent East Side contemporary art galleries. Featuring work from: La Luz de Jesus, Junc, Thinkspace, and the Black Mari
a, to name a few. East Side represents, and transforms Barnsdall Art Park into the Garden of Earthly Delights.
Time: 7-9pm
Admission: Free
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery
4800 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-644-6269
Armed with two of the most popular bands in the country, Beck celebrates the launch of his newly released album Modern Guilt this Saturday at the bowl. As though the thought of seeing Beck live wasn't tantalizing enough, MGMT & Spoon will also be performing. This is my personal top-pick for the week and I hope to see you all there!
Time: 7 pm
Admission: $20 - 75
2301 N. Highland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
323-850-2000

Create Fixate
Create Fixate presents AMP (Art.Music.Politics), an art show with the intention of shocking the masses awake (as though our recent bank activity hasn't already). With the work and performances of 40 individual artists, musicians, and DJ's, the eve of International Peace Day will be alive with the exchange of artistic and political hopes.

Time: 7 pm - 2 am
Admission: $20/ $15 pre-sale
Create Fixate
613 Imperial St.
Los Angeles, CA 90021
310-590-7199
Sunday Sept. 21, 2008

Hot Chip @ The Wiltern
I am kind of desperately in love with this adorably nerdy UK band. They have an intense "I spent all day mixing in my room" air about them...HOT SHIT...and the truth is they are one of the hardest working bands around. Making their second tour of the US, the band will also be accompanied by a live drummer for a few of the songs.

Time: 8 pm
Admission: $27
3790 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
213-388-1400
www.hotchip.co.uk

My Morning Jacket @ The Greek
KCRW presents this celebrated
Time: 7:30 pm
Admission: $39.50
The Greek Theatre
2700 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA
323-665-5857

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