This Saturday is the 100th Ray At Night and the last before Gustaf of Planet Rooth shudders his doors on Ray Street. Come celebrate and enjoy free local music.
Rubber Rose Lot:
6pm - 7:30 - High Wire
8:15pm - 8:45 - Tropical Depression
9:15pm - 10 - Dynamite Walls
Planet Rooth Backlot:
6pm - 7:45 - DJ Captain Red Eye
8pm - 9 - Gregory Page Band
9:15pm - 10 - The Hindu Pirates
10:15pm - 11 - Scarlet Symphony
Inside Planet Rooth:
DJ Lips
Blondy
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Friday, January 08, 2010
Monday, July 20, 2009
Walk the Walk Presents Sight & Sound: 07.18.09
This month, Sight & Sound went up against two major heavyweights: the San Diego Pride Festival in Hillcrest and the StayClassy.org Padres Tailgate at Petco Park, with both events boasting some great local and national talent. Even so, S&S held their own, which was no surprise considering they had some ringers themselves. The visual and aural exhibition—hosted by Bart Mendoza, of Blindspot Records and The Shambles—offered up quite the selection this weekend.
But first, I’ve gotta tell you: This is just about the best $5.00 you could spend for a night out, or even to get your night started. Not only can you get an evening full of entertainment, you can also feel good about supporting the local music and art scene in general, and proceeds for this month’s event also went to benefit Pride and Little & Large. People who arrived before 8:00 p.m. received a free “adult beverage,” plus first dibs at free concert tickets from House of Blues. This last part alone was worth way more than the cover. HOB was giving away pairs of tickets to shows ranging from Journey and Sublime tribute bands to Gomez and Michael Franti & Spearhead, and a whole slew of others.
Back to the show . . .(click keep on reading for more)
At Planet Rooth & 4 Walls Gallery, past their current exhibit in the front, the back section of the gallery—essentially where all the art magic happens—housed a makeshift stage where the Afghan fusion trio of Brothers Nasrat opened up for Astra Kelly’s one-woman acoustic set.
In between these music sets, the Lotus Theater Collective performed a preview of what can only be described as the best bastardized versions of Shakespeare plays that one could hope for. What they were lacking in costumes, they made up for in witty dialogue and clever antics. (You can catch their full show, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare[abridged] by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, at Swedenborg Hall, August 6th through 29th.)
Just beyond the workshop, in the small courtyard, the talented comic book artist Sean Dietrich was live painting. (He’s currently working on a painting depicting a quasi-tapeworm/lifesucking beast sporting a Commie hammer and sickle with three people dangling from it, all of the people appearing to have had the life sucked out of them. Hmmm. Also, for all the Comic Con fans, since he’s exhibiting his work at The Con this week, you can catch him out at various venues just about every night.)
Beyond the courtyard near what we’ll call the “outdoor stage,” the San Diego Art Journal and local abstract artist Mark Jesinoski hosted a booth with a giant canvas for a collective group art project. Kathleen, the Fire Fairy, and Silke Polanco entertained the crowd with their hypnotic, light-up hula hoops.
On the outdoor stage, opening for Monsters from Mars, was the Satanic Puppeteer Orchestra. Deeeelightful! The mastermind Professor B. Miller was dressed in a white lab coat and stood behind a fur podium, where he appeared to be mixing while dancing. The real star of the show, SPO-20, was a life-sized robot with a brain inside of a clear domelike head and devil horns on top, of course. On SPO-20’s torso, a mesmerizing round screen provided the perfect visual complements to the bizarre lyrics—all sung in a robot voice. He/they opened with “Ornithophobia,” a hilarious song about the possibility of poisonous birds.
Monsters from Mars headlined and finished off the night, in spite of some technical difficulties.
You just never know what to expect from Jon Block and Adam Rosen, the creators of Sight & Sound. According to Block, next month’s event will be revamped significantly and will undergo a major facelift.
Stay tuned.
But first, I’ve gotta tell you: This is just about the best $5.00 you could spend for a night out, or even to get your night started. Not only can you get an evening full of entertainment, you can also feel good about supporting the local music and art scene in general, and proceeds for this month’s event also went to benefit Pride and Little & Large. People who arrived before 8:00 p.m. received a free “adult beverage,” plus first dibs at free concert tickets from House of Blues. This last part alone was worth way more than the cover. HOB was giving away pairs of tickets to shows ranging from Journey and Sublime tribute bands to Gomez and Michael Franti & Spearhead, and a whole slew of others.
Back to the show . . .(click keep on reading for more)
At Planet Rooth & 4 Walls Gallery, past their current exhibit in the front, the back section of the gallery—essentially where all the art magic happens—housed a makeshift stage where the Afghan fusion trio of Brothers Nasrat opened up for Astra Kelly’s one-woman acoustic set.
In between these music sets, the Lotus Theater Collective performed a preview of what can only be described as the best bastardized versions of Shakespeare plays that one could hope for. What they were lacking in costumes, they made up for in witty dialogue and clever antics. (You can catch their full show, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare[abridged] by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, at Swedenborg Hall, August 6th through 29th.)
Just beyond the workshop, in the small courtyard, the talented comic book artist Sean Dietrich was live painting. (He’s currently working on a painting depicting a quasi-tapeworm/lifesucking beast sporting a Commie hammer and sickle with three people dangling from it, all of the people appearing to have had the life sucked out of them. Hmmm. Also, for all the Comic Con fans, since he’s exhibiting his work at The Con this week, you can catch him out at various venues just about every night.)
Beyond the courtyard near what we’ll call the “outdoor stage,” the San Diego Art Journal and local abstract artist Mark Jesinoski hosted a booth with a giant canvas for a collective group art project. Kathleen, the Fire Fairy, and Silke Polanco entertained the crowd with their hypnotic, light-up hula hoops.
On the outdoor stage, opening for Monsters from Mars, was the Satanic Puppeteer Orchestra. Deeeelightful! The mastermind Professor B. Miller was dressed in a white lab coat and stood behind a fur podium, where he appeared to be mixing while dancing. The real star of the show, SPO-20, was a life-sized robot with a brain inside of a clear domelike head and devil horns on top, of course. On SPO-20’s torso, a mesmerizing round screen provided the perfect visual complements to the bizarre lyrics—all sung in a robot voice. He/they opened with “Ornithophobia,” a hilarious song about the possibility of poisonous birds.
Monsters from Mars headlined and finished off the night, in spite of some technical difficulties.
You just never know what to expect from Jon Block and Adam Rosen, the creators of Sight & Sound. According to Block, next month’s event will be revamped significantly and will undergo a major facelift.
Stay tuned.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Don't Forget: Sight & Sound, Planet Rooth, 2.28.09
Since it's over by midnight, you'll still have time to get to Ruby Room for Seth's Birthday and Transfer's set.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Save The Date: Sight & Sound, February 28, 2009
I'm a fan of the Sight & Sound events put on by Jon & Adam of Walk the Walk Presents that happen monthly at Planet Rooth and this month, I not only love the lineup, but I've been asked to host the event. If you've ever wanna seen me make an ass of myself on a microphone, this is your chance.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Overdue Recap: November Sight & Sound, 11.22.08
November's Sight & Sound event was once again held at Planet Rooth Gallery on Ray Street in North Park. It's such an ideal location for the event because it allows for the vendors, sponsors, artists, and musicians to all have space in one location and allows the crowd to meander throughout. (December S&S is this Saturday)
I enjoy attending the event and decided to stop by before the show at the Beauty Bar. Having not eaten, I was pleased that El Comal was there with some snacks and I talked to the woman who told me it was the same restaurant that used to be on Imperial Avenue (& 28th?), contrary to what I'd been told by friends. I cannot wait to go there.
It is a chill event and one I highly recommend. I couldn't stay long, but I did meet some cool people. I also saw Rob Deez perform for the first time. He writes quirky songs, mostly about chicks he crushes on but is too shy to talk to.
I also stuck around to hear a couple songs from Tropical Depression which made me really look forward to catching them in a full set. I was only going to stay for one song, but ended up staying for a few more.
Unfortunately, I had to bolt quickly and get on my way to Beauty Bar, but I look forward to this Saturday to do it all over again, this time with Gregory Page performing.
I enjoy attending the event and decided to stop by before the show at the Beauty Bar. Having not eaten, I was pleased that El Comal was there with some snacks and I talked to the woman who told me it was the same restaurant that used to be on Imperial Avenue (& 28th?), contrary to what I'd been told by friends. I cannot wait to go there.
It is a chill event and one I highly recommend. I couldn't stay long, but I did meet some cool people. I also saw Rob Deez perform for the first time. He writes quirky songs, mostly about chicks he crushes on but is too shy to talk to.
I also stuck around to hear a couple songs from Tropical Depression which made me really look forward to catching them in a full set. I was only going to stay for one song, but ended up staying for a few more.
Unfortunately, I had to bolt quickly and get on my way to Beauty Bar, but I look forward to this Saturday to do it all over again, this time with Gregory Page performing.
Thursday, November 06, 2008
Recap: Sight & Sound feat The Burning Of Rome & RE:amp feat Fever Sleeves 10.30.08
Thursday night I headed down to Planet Rooth Gallery for Sight & Sound. I shamefully have to admit that even though I've been invited for months by Jon and Adam from Walk The Walk Presents, it was my first time actually showing up for their event just because something has always seem to come up that prevented my attendance. It was evident that the pair of them are quite possibly two of the hardest working guys in the San Diego local music scene. Jon and Adam were not shy about calling me out, but it was all in good fun.
Entering the gallery, there was beautiful art, a 'donation' beer and wine bar and snacks, then in the back patio, another bar with sponsored vodka from Svedka Vodka, complete with a fog machine on the patio for effect. I was there alone, so I kinda wandered aimlessly, checking out art and everyone in their costumes and all of the sponsors... Pink Party SD was there promoting their breast cancer awareness festival happening downtown this month (11.15), a stand selling jewelery, Hell on Heels had a table, and X1FM.com was there handing out tickets and CDs and promoting their online music channels. "Gun Show Trev" was the MC for the night and introduced the various acts that were lined up.
The first being a "spoon percussionist" who was really quite amazing, playing merely two spoons and what I could only guess are quads made of steel.
Here are a couple video snippets:
Then there were some Hell on Heels burlesque performers. First, with Luna Neuveau singing a song about boobies.
Then with Lady Borgia who is more woman than most women will ever be just for wearing that corsett all night long. Women like me appreciate that it is no longer the renaissance because I could've never pulled off an outfit like that. Not then, and not now.
From there, everyone moved to the patio/parking area to see The Burning Of Rome and all I can say is it had been far too long since I'd seen them play.
I gotta say I was really impressed with the event and it was clear that the guys bust their asses trying to pull together so many different art, culture, and music events into their preview parties so my hat is definitely off to them. Keep an eye out for the next monthly event which you know will always be in my listings when the information is available.
Unfortunately I didn't get the chance to stick around and say hi to Adam and the band because I was on my way to catch Fever Sleeves at Beauty Bar for RE:amp.
RE:amp is a new weekly thing happening at the Beauty Bar. With Marshall at the helm, the whole idea is for bands, musicians, promoters, enthusiasts, and even little ol' bloggers to get a chance to get together for that ever so lame and overused 'N' word (yes, I mean Networking). It's a great concept and a great chance for people to just kinda hang out and let loose. And of course, Fever Sleeves brought it big time. And, while the night hasn't caught on too huge yet, I think there's a really good thing brewing there.
Entering the gallery, there was beautiful art, a 'donation' beer and wine bar and snacks, then in the back patio, another bar with sponsored vodka from Svedka Vodka, complete with a fog machine on the patio for effect. I was there alone, so I kinda wandered aimlessly, checking out art and everyone in their costumes and all of the sponsors... Pink Party SD was there promoting their breast cancer awareness festival happening downtown this month (11.15), a stand selling jewelery, Hell on Heels had a table, and X1FM.com was there handing out tickets and CDs and promoting their online music channels. "Gun Show Trev" was the MC for the night and introduced the various acts that were lined up.
The first being a "spoon percussionist" who was really quite amazing, playing merely two spoons and what I could only guess are quads made of steel.
Here are a couple video snippets:
Then there were some Hell on Heels burlesque performers. First, with Luna Neuveau singing a song about boobies.
Then with Lady Borgia who is more woman than most women will ever be just for wearing that corsett all night long. Women like me appreciate that it is no longer the renaissance because I could've never pulled off an outfit like that. Not then, and not now.
From there, everyone moved to the patio/parking area to see The Burning Of Rome and all I can say is it had been far too long since I'd seen them play.
I gotta say I was really impressed with the event and it was clear that the guys bust their asses trying to pull together so many different art, culture, and music events into their preview parties so my hat is definitely off to them. Keep an eye out for the next monthly event which you know will always be in my listings when the information is available.
Unfortunately I didn't get the chance to stick around and say hi to Adam and the band because I was on my way to catch Fever Sleeves at Beauty Bar for RE:amp.
RE:amp is a new weekly thing happening at the Beauty Bar. With Marshall at the helm, the whole idea is for bands, musicians, promoters, enthusiasts, and even little ol' bloggers to get a chance to get together for that ever so lame and overused 'N' word (yes, I mean Networking). It's a great concept and a great chance for people to just kinda hang out and let loose. And of course, Fever Sleeves brought it big time. And, while the night hasn't caught on too huge yet, I think there's a really good thing brewing there.
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