Create:Fixate: Vitalizes Your Eyes
“We awaken this spring Vitalized, by the knowledge that all possess the power to evolve and reinvent ourselves and the world around us. In a time when so much revolves around conflict or passivity, by tuning in, showing up, and making LIFE happen, we move everything forward. How will you Vitalize your life and the [...]
An Inevitable Unveiling: Masque Films
I first caught Sandra Powers films at The Night of Sinister Amusement at the Unknown Theater in December. Horrifyingly beautiful, her exquisitely-shot films provoke a squeamishness that you just can’t look away from, and that you can’t help but want to see more. From the creators of decadent and dark short films, music videos and [...]
Like a vision from a fairytale: SILVER PHIAL
I defy you to hold on to that existential angst once the sound of Silver Phial wafts your way.
UCLA radio (.com) for indie music?
Every Sunday morning DJ Octoon arrives at the UCLA radio studios at a bright and way-too-early hour (for most partyin’ indie rock fans) to crank up his show: “I’m in a Band..”
SOUP Kitchen 7
The indie music event that’s been taking hold in LA these days, the SOUP Kitchen, has been consistently presenting some of the best new and emerging bands in Los Angeles. The most recent SOUP Kitchen show, SOUP Kitchen 7 was one of the most successful yet, featuring a wide variety of genres, from garage punk [...]
Megadeth Is God
Remember Megadeth and how much they absolutely rocked ever since frontman Dave Mustaine got kicked out of Alcoholica for being alcoholic, got pissed off and vowed to create a bigger, better monster than Metallica, and then, as if by magic or a decree from above, the world was blessed with Megadeth? Remember that? Get ready [...]
Thrashers Unite!
This weekend, Tony Alva, Richard Villa III, and Levi’s presents Daggers Rule, an Exhibit A Gallery Exhibition on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 7pm – 11pm. Curated by Catharina Pedersen, this show features are done on Dagger denim vests, in true metal head-style, from artists Tony Alva, Christian Hosoi, Eddi Reategui, Jake Brown, Steve Olson, Greg [...]
Think your family could have their own reality show? Well here is your chance…
This is a post for all you families out there! Think your family could be the next big reality show hit? Do you love watching the crazy shenanigans on shows like Keeping up with the Kardashians and Hogan Knows Best? If you are sure that your family is the next big thing then Pink Sneakers [...]
1st Annual LA Street Food Fest!
Get ready to EAT YOUR HEART OUT at the hottest Valentine’s date in the land! This Valentine’s why not show love to the people who bring us meals on wheels? There are taco trucks, cupcake trucks, ice cream trucks, BBQ trucks, vegan trucks, fusion trucks, fruit carts, fish taco stands, bacon wrapped hot dogs, and [...]
Valentine’s Day at Royal T…..?!?!??!?!
If your love loves oddness, quirkiness, and/or tends to raise their eyebrows quizzically at stuff you’ve never heard of, he (or she) will fall head over heels for this enormous art space, retail store and cafe rolled into one. Stop by on Valentine’s Day for a special Japanese- and French-inspired four-course menu ($60 per person) [...]
Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Don’t do something lame for Valentine’s Day like waste money at an expensive restaurant (you know they jack up the prices just for Valentine’s Day, right? It’s better to go the day after…). Go out, get some exercise, and play games with your Valentine’s Day sweetie. Do a Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt in Venice! Brought [...]
Belly Laughs for Haiti
Haven’t donated to Haitian relief yet? Can’t decide between all the Haiti benefit concerts, art shows, comedy shows, etc, et al? Here’s one you don’t want to miss – the cast of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Family Guy come together on Feb. 12 for a live stage show. Tickets start at $60, but [...]
SOUP’s On! SOUP Kitchen 7 Is Here!
After a long, long, long, wait, you can wait for the long-awaited SOUP Kitchen 7 no more! SOUP Kitchen 7 features, once again, the absolute best in LA’s emerging art, music, and film, performed live right before your very eyeballs! SOUP Kitchen 7 @ Neon Venus Theater 7023 Melrose Ave @ La Brea (by Pink’s!) [...]
Buddha Bark Celebrity & Canine Style Lounge
The Buddha Bark Celebrity & Canine Style Lounge was THE place to go this past weekend for all the grooming needs for you and your pooch. Featuring tons of doggie-centric vendors and products, the Buddha Bark Celebrity & Canine Lounge was a great place to get massaged, shampooed, fed, and watered. There was the Wizard [...]
January Downtown LA Art Walk: The Mixed Bag
…Just like every other Downtown LA Art Walk. But the art walk last week was the first I’d actually “art-walked” as a spectator. First off, even though LA is a driving town, there was a distinct lack of wine present. I’m comparing, naturally, to the artwalks of Chelsea and the Meatpacking Districts of Manhattan, where [...]
Anvil: The Story of Anvil’s Life
So so many things wrong with the Critic’s Choice Awards, going on in Downtown LA tonight. Such awkward pairings (aren’t these people supposed to be actors?), such a bad, nay – terrible host (Kristen Chenoweth? Amy Sedaris did it first and did it best. Go home.) The vibe of the evening seems to be that [...]
Nevermore, My Love-Children…Nevermore.
“It started out simple enough: a couple glasses of wine, several shots of bourbon, and pondering what would happen if Dr. Seuss, Richard Scarry, and a stable of My Little Ponies each downed a bucket of liquid acid and proceeded to engage in an orgy that spawned a hundred love-children.” The Lot 44 Gallery invites [...]
It’s Chinese New Year Time!
If you were at some other lame party besides Area 33′s awesome New Year’s Eve party, you really missed the boat. But not to worry, there’s always Chinese New Year to make up for any great partying you missed on New Year’s Eve. Chinese New Year at Area 33 is hosted by LA’s top techno [...]
One Too Many Mornings: NEW Indie Film to Hit Sundance
Just got a chance to see the new trailer for One Too Many Mornings, co-produced by Alex Mackey. who’s sitting here in our Culver City headquarters. The film will premiere at Sundance on January 22, 6pm. Tickets are already sold-out for this screening, but check with your peeps to see if you can get in. [...]
Rachel Rosenthal’s at It Again!
Interdisciplinary artist Rachel Rosenthal will appear at Samuel French’s Hollywood location on Saturday, January 23, from 2:00 to 4:00pm to sign copies of her new book. Her long awaited book, The DbD Experience: Chance Knows What It’s Doing!, just came out last month through Routledge. Samuel French is Los Angeles’ largest theater and film bookstore. [...]
Area 33 NYE was…Cozy!
In my estimation, Area 33 was the place to be for NYE in LA. At any point in the night. This new venue in Culver City seems like it could very well be the replacement Space Island, or at least that’s what I hoped. Space Island was such a cool venue, with 3 separate DJ [...]
Jen Gloeckner – Mouth of Mars
If you haven’t heard of Jen Gloeckner, you need to. There’s something about the way her dreamy music comes together that makes it altogether unique and completely fresh. I recently got my hands on her 15-track CD, Mouth of Mars – an entirely beautiful collection of songs like the voices of delicate hidden curios telling [...]
Absinthe, Opium, & Magic
There’s a movement of sorts happening in theatre, a decidedly darker realm of theatrical performances that include aerialist, fire, caberet, burlesque, and loves to include the audience. The Grand Guignolers is one of these all-inclusive experiences in the vain of Cirque Berzerk, Lucent Dossier, and the whole steampunk aesthetic. Join the Grand Guignolers Fridays and [...]
An Evening of Sinister Amusement
Break out your black and get ready to enjoy a musical and cinematic event. Join them on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19TH for “An Evening of Sinister Amusement”, otherwise known as the second Mather Louth and Radio Noir residency show at the Unknown Theater. The evening promises to provide the eyes and ears with beautifully dark entertainment. [...]
