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Fund-raising underground
The underground DJ/music scene continues to stage Sept. 11 disaster relief benefits, and two tonight should keep the groove on 'til morning.First, a Hawaiian Express-produced show is at Pink Cadillac, featuring six local bands, The Quintessentials, Bronson, Magnum Carnage, Neural Void, 2face4 and The Rockstars. That goes from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Starting up at 9 p.m. nearby at the Hawaiian Hut, is a benefit for the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, "Mele Oka Lani." The diverse lineup includes THC, the Wrecking Crew, Pimpbot, Lose Money, the Knumbskulls, 86 List and DJs A2Z, Equal and Eric H. All of the night's proceeds will go to the Red Cross fund.
>> Place: Pink Cadillac, 478 Ena Road, and the Hawaiian Hut, Ala Moana Hotel
>> Time: 6:30 to 10 p.m. at (Pink Cadillac) and 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Hawaiian Hut)
>> Admission: $5 (Pink Cadillac) and $6 (Hawaiian Hut)
>> Call: 941-5205 or visit www.hwnexp.com
All Roads Lead to Elan
Elan, a 25-year-old Los Angeleno comes to town with a singing voice reminiscent of none other than the late, great Bob Marley. In fact, while Elan was putting together a series of studio sessions, he managed to get original Wailers guitarist Al Anderson to join in. The guitarist returned the favor by inviting Elan to tour as lead vocalist with the reunited Wailers band, a gig that lasted for three years. He's also shared the stage with other local favorites as Shaggy, Maxi Priest and Third World.Now Elan is striking out on his own, singing his blend of reggae, pop, hip-hop and rock, promoting his London/Sire debut album (due Oct. 23), "All Roads," and its first single "I'm in Love With You Girl." His cover of Gregory Isaacs' "Dreams Come True" is also featured on the HBO hit series "Sex and the City" soundtrack.
Elan performed a short set last weekend at the Molokai Hoe beach celebration at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and those taken by him will have another chance to see him twice more in concert.
>> Place: World Cafe, 1130 N. Nimitz Highway
>> Time: Midnight today and Saturday; doors open at 10 p.m.
>> Cover charge: $7 for 21 and over; $15 for ages 18 to 20
>> Call: 599-4450
Corn maze pays tribute to 'Bruddah IZ'
Once again, Aloun has turned a parcel of agricultural land into a maze built for fun, education and a shrine of sorts.While past mazes have paid tribute to the land and ocean, this time the 5.2-acre field of corn has been cut to bear the image of the late Israel "Bruddah IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole, with a rainbow, ukulele and rays of sunshine in the background.
"This seemed like the perfect way to pay tribute to IZ," said the farm's general manager, Alec Sou. "Leeward Oahu was his home, and he truly represented the spirit of the 'aina."
Sou, a longtime advocate of diversified agriculture in Hawaii, got the idea of creating the maze to promote agricultural education and wholesome family fun.
The maze features more than 300,000 stalks in a 2.17-mile puzzle of twisting pathways and baffling switchbacks that generally take an hour to complete.
Every year there are a few claustrophobic souls who try to muscle their way through the maze rather than use patience and brain power. If this sounds like you, maybe you'll just want to wait outside for your friends, rather than spoil the trip for others by killing the plants.
And if you're tempted to harvest the corn, you may not want to bother as the corn used is not the sweet kind geared toward humans, but is the kind grown as cattle feed.
>> Place: Aloun Farms. To get there, take H-1 to Kapolei/Makakilo exit, turn left until you reach Farrington Highway, turn left onto the highway, driving about 2 1/2 miles.
>> Time: 4 to 10 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, 4 to 11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 25.
>> Kama'aina admission: $8 for 12 and older, $5 for ages 6 to 12. Discounts available for families, school field trips and large groups.
>> Call: 677-6412.
Soap star at Ala Moana
To celebrate its home on Oceanic Cable's expanded basic lineup, SoapNet and the cable company are bringing "A Little Bit of Luxury" to Ala Moana Center from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, with free makeovers and massages offered at Centerstage.Jon Lindstrom, one of the two founding characters on "Port Charles," will also be there from 1:15 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. to meet fans, sign autographs and answer questions.
The Pacific Northwest native who plays Dr. Kevin Collins is the winner of the Soap Opera Digest "Best Supporting Actor" award.
"Port Charles" is a spinoff of the top-rated, award-winning drama "General Hospital." "Port Charles" focuses on the romantic lives, loves and adventures of dynamic young doctors who strive to balance their careers and personal entanglements.
There is also the SoapNet Wheel Trivia Game that offers a chance to win SoapNet prizes or a gift certificate to an Ala Moana retailer.
Live entertainment will be provided by Na Leo Pilimehana.
While there, enter to win a luxury trip for two to Las Vegas, including airfare, four days and three nights at a luxury hotel, limousine transportation to and from the airport, tickets to a performance of "O," dinner, a full-day spa package and spending money.
SoapNet is available in Honolulu on Oceanic Cable channel 67 and digital channel 543.
[Da Kine] Jensen at the bandstand
Legendary Waikiki entertainer Dick Jensen returns to perform at the Kapi'olani Park Bandstand Concert at 5:30 tonight.Known as the "Giant," in his showroom acts, Jensen is a dynamic singer, dancer and comedian who has appeared with such diverse acts as Sammy Davis Jr., the Rolling Stones and Lou Rawls.
Bring a mat for lawn seating. The free concert is being presented by the City Office of Waikiki Development. For more information, call 843-8002.
Maze grand opening
The Maze in Kapolei will open at 6 p.m. tomorrow with a concert featuring DisGuyz, Tino, Dita Holifield, Forte and Ellsworth Simeona.DisGuyz will be performing "Our Nation in Song," written in memory of events of Sept. 11.
The concert is free and the public is welcom to see the maze, a tribute to the late Israel "IZ" Kamakwiwo'ole.
For more details about the maze, see page 26 of the Star Weekend section. For more information, call 677-9412.
Hip hop Shakespeare
Hip hop culture and a Shakespearean classic collide with the Hawaii premiere of Rennie Harris PureMovement in "Rome & Jewels," taking place at the Leeward Community College Theatre at 8 p.m. today and tomorrow, and 4 p.m. Sunday.Critically acclaimed choreographer Harris has amassed an outstanding ensemble of hip hop dancers, musicians and video artists to bring the tale of "Romeo & Juliet" into a gritty urban world.
Harris' primary influence on this project included the films "West Side Story" and "Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet." The resulting creation tells the story of warring families on a stage bursting with projected video manipulations, and a cadre of musicians arranging beat box vocals, sampling and an original score.
The Montagues are a hip-hop gang who don fatigues, while the Capulets are b-boys (break dancers) who wear hoodies and skullcaps.
Rennie Harris, artistic director and choreographer of PureMovement, has pushed audiences to see hip-hop movement as a distinct dance form by taking it from the streets and clubs to the concert stage.
Harris was a co-creator and choreographer of "Cool Heat Urban Beat" which toured Hawaii two years ago.
Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for students, seniors (60+) and active military. Tickets may be charged by calling the LCC Theatre box office at 455-0385.
'Aloha Liberty' poster
Photographer Kim Taylor Reece introduces the release of his new print, "Aloha Liberty" from 9 to 11 tonight at Restaurant Pier 7 next door to the Aloha Tower Marketplace.The sepia-toned print features a halau dancer with her arms outstretched, set against a backdrop that features the Statue of Liberty and the American flag.
The event is a fund-raiser for the American Red Cross. Reece will be signing copies.
Proceeds from sales of the $55 posters -- the price will go up to $65 -- will go to other Hawaii nonprofits as well, supporting such causes as breast cancer research and women's shelters. Call 293-2000 for details.
A Splendored Thing
Designs by Takeo and Eric Chandler will be presented during the Chinese Women's Club of Honoluu's luncheon/fashion show, "A Splendored Thing," taking place at noon tomorrow in the Royal Hawaiian Hotel Monarch Room.Cathy Foy will perform and celebrity models will include Vicky Cayetano and her daughter Marissa Liu, KITV's Pamela Young and isle beauty queens.
Tickets are $40, available by calling 737-9046.
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