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FRANK BLACK TO KEYNOTE 2004 DIY CONVENTION LOS ANGELES (January 6, 2004) _ The fourth annual DIY Convention: Do It Yourself in Film, Music & Books has announced that its Feb. 5-7 event will be keynoted by alternative music pioneer Frank Black. The three-day gathering will be held in Hollywood at the Barnsdall Art Park and The Derby nightclub, offering panels, workshops and showcases focused on independent musicians, authors, filmmakers and entrepreneurs. From the beginning of his career as a founding member of the seminal Boston alternative rock group the Pixies, through his pioneering solo work with digital downloads and unedited releases, Frank Black has been an uncompromising and adventurous artist whose music has always been at the forefront of the next wave. Black will discuss his career, the state of the entertainment industry and his surprising plans for the coming year in a one-on-one conversation with fellow Boston refugee and noted journalist/radio talkshow host Johnny Angel. Regular registration for a full pass to the 2004 DIY Convention is available now at www.diyconvention.com or by calling 323-665-8080 with a credit card. Regular registration deadline ends Jan. 15. In addition to Black, confirmed panelists for the 2004 DIY Convention include Kevin Martin, former frontman of Candlebox; CDBaby founder Derek Sivers; Dead Kennedys lead singer Jeff Alulis; Grammy-nominee Cathy Richardson; DIY pioneer Gary Wilson; "American Yearbook" director Brian Ging; and print-on-demand specialist John Harnish. The full lineup for the 2004 DIY Convention will be announced shortly. 2004 DIY Convention passes include admission to the 2004 DIY Music Festival finals at the Derby nightclub in Hollywood and the 2004 DIY Film Festival finals at Barnsdall Art Park; the gala DIY opening night party; plus the full day of panels, workshops and exhibits on Saturday at Barnsdall. The DIY Film and DIY Music festivals are still accepting entries through Jan. 25, 2004. Registrants can enter at www.diyconvention.com or call our offices at 323-665-8080. Entrants are eligible for prizes and screenings in various cities throughout the year. The 2004 DIY Convention is sponsored by BMI; Primera's Bravo CD/DVD Disc Publisher; Discmakers; Sound Exchange; CDBaby.com; ProductionHub.com; Luck Media & Marketing; Sonicbids; Bryan Farrish Radio Promotions; Imagic; Final Draft Screenplay Software; Lone Eagle Publishing; Alcasid.com and HearItAgain.net. To
join our mailing list for our upcoming shows in Austin,
New Orleans, New York, San Francisco, and other cities,
visit www.diyconvention.com.
The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
WHEN
YOU PUT ON THE PARTY HATS ON NEW YEAR'S EVE, Steve
Lucky & The Rhumba Bums Featuring Miss Carmen Getit,
SWING in the New Year on Wednesday December 31st
at the ever glamorous Hollywood landmark, THE DERBY.
General
Admission: $40 per person (includes buffet, party favors,
champagne toast at midnight) For
information on Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums visit: www.luckylounge.com The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
INDIE STAR POWER ON DISPLAY AT THE DERBY ON DECEMBER 23rd * * *
THE DERBY
& LUCK MEDIA BRING TOGETHER TOP INDIE ACTS
FOR PRE-HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA
* * *
Critically
Acclaimed Eric
Anders, The Dre Allen Project,
The Derby and Luck Media & Marketing, Inc. have put together an extravaganza and holiday party with enough indie star power to light New York's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree on Tuesday, December 23rd. Critically
acclaimed Los Angeles singer-songwriter Eric Anders
will bring his soul-baring repertoire to the Derby stage.
Anders CD "NOT AT ONE" was named "One of the best
CD's I have ever heard!" by Derek Sivers, Founder of CDBaby.com.
Eric Anders, whose song "Halcyon Days" is a hit on
AAA radio, will be performing songs from his introspective
debut album as well as new compositions. This rare Los Angeles
performance is the end of the band's west coast tour.
A homecoming of sorts for Anders as he lives within a stones
throw of the historic Derby nightclub. www.ericanders.com The Dre Allen Project featuring Dawn Robinson of En Vogue/Lucy Pearl fame returns to The Derby as part of their "Grass Roots Road Trip" west coast tour. Named "One of Southern California's Top Unsigned Artists" by Music Connection Magazine in the December 2003 issue, The Dre Allen Project is an indie-music success story that continues to unfold and the man and his music are a testament to the strength of the human spirit. www.thedreallenproject.com Marc Seal, one of the top "Guitar Slingers" in the west and international guitar sensation with a fan base in over 40 countries, will plug in at The Derby for a high voltage set around 10:00 PM. The not-to-be-missed performance by this guitar virtuoso will show why Guitar Center has given their "Seal of Approval" on Marc for wildly popular in-store guitar clinics and on-line showcases. Marc and his solid band of top players will be performing cuts from his forthcoming CD. www.marcseal.com Oaklahoma City's The Stellas bring their 3 minute anthems of love, loss and longing to Los Angeles. The Sonic Blitz Records recording artists are fast becoming college radio favorites with their latest release Music For Umbrella's. The duo consists of Rachel Duncan's sweet vocal and shredding guitar work, tempered with John London's drumming and programming. Don't compare them to The Donna's or the White Stripes as this is tastier than what the deep-pocketed labels are producing as of late. www.thestellasloveyou.com Though
Spaceshot may be a relatively new band on
the scene, its members are seasoned musicians. Hailing from
Long Beach, California, the trio has little in common with
the ska and punk genres most often associated with their hometown.
Instead, Spaceshot fuses a wall-of-emotion with a penchant
for melody and intelligent prose. www.spaceshotmusic.com.
Doors
Open at 8:00 PM. Always 21 and over.
General
Admission is $10.00
Music
Industry and Media contact Luck Media for guest list. info@luckmedia.com
or (310) 860-9170
The
Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst)
in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979 www.the-derby.com
WHEN
YOU PUT ON THE PARTY HATS ON NEW YEAR'S EVE, Steve
Lucky & The Rhumba Bums Featuring Miss Carmen Getit,
SWING in the New Year on Wednesday December 31st
at the ever glamorous Hollywood landmark, THE DERBY.
General
Admission: $40 per person (includes buffet, party favors,
champagne toast at midnight) For
information on Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums visit: www.luckylounge.com The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
The Holidays in Tinseltown would not be the same without The Derby! The World Famous Derby is a fantastic place to host your most important event. Countless music, film, and television enterprises have found The Derby to be the perfect location for holiday and special event parties. The Derby Room cater's to any event whether it's blooper reels on the wall mounted screen, or "gambling" tables and palm readers. Or you can do something unique and intimate. Music is also always an option, from a full swing band to R&B sensations, to DJs and Disco bands. The Derby can achieve the perfect ambiance for your event. The Derby is conveniently located next to the fabulous Louise's Trattoria. The California-Italian cuisine will make your dining experience unforgettable. Whether your party desires a buffet style evening or a private formal dinner, The Derby will create a lasting holiday memory for all. Please feel free to contact us for a daytime tour or complimentary admission to experience The Derby in full swing.
THE
DERBY WHO:
THE DERBY Nightclub Presents JON
B.
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HALLOWEEN - Mesmerizing Magic, Mirth and Merriment will be had this "All Hallows Eve" as THE DERBY presents The Velvet Hammer Burlesque at the world famous Hollywood haunt. On Friday October 31st, a cavalcade of nudie cuties will be featured in "Passage 'a L'Enfer" (Passage to Hell) hosted by Blaine Capatch and starring The Poubelle Twins, Bobby Pinz, Princess Farhanna, Sparkle Diamond, Miss. B. Haven, Sissy Spanks, Scarlette Fever and The Electric Venus. Live Music from Mr. Uncertain and The Maharaja of Melody DJ Millionaire. The Velvet Hammer Burlesque, which has become the core influence on America's burlesque revival, had it's premiere at The Derby in September to a standing room only "wolf whistling" audience. The Velvet Hammer combines silly vaudeville skits, sly social commentary, frisky dancing, and striptease with hot, swarthy jazz, served up with those World Famous Derby Martini's. Tickets:
$15 The
Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst)
in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
NBC’s
"Will & Grace" Star Megan Mullally Chick Singer Night, the nation’s original and longest-running songfest for female artists, celebrates 15 years with anniversary shows across the country. It all begins in Los Angeles at The Derby on Saturday, November 1st. Featured artists include Emmy award winning actress Megan Mullally who plays Karen Walker on NBC’s “Will & Grace” and Vicki Randle, the featured vocalist/percussionist for the Jay Leno and The Tonight Show Band. Also performing are Gretchen Bonaduce (wife to Danny of “The Other Half” and radio station Star 98.7), Mindy Stein (backing vocals for Fleetwood Mac, Don Henley) and a mix of local independent female artists.
Chick Singer Night (CSN) started in Chicago back in 1988 and has grown into a nationwide performance network for female artists, currently running in 7 cities (Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, Las Vegas and Hawaii). The night is an open forum for female artists; all levels of experience, all styles of music, all walks of life.
All proceeds from the CSN Anniversary shows will benefit Breathe – A Foundation for the Artist. CSN founder Lori Maier is president of the nonprofit organization, whose mission is to help artists in all aspects of their creative lives. Breathe is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to the needs of all artists.
For more information on Chick Singer Night, please visit www.ChickSingerNIght.com
2003
DIY BOOK FESTIVAL SETS AWARD CEREMONY HOLLYWOOD, CA (September 24, 2003) _ The 2003 DIY Book Festival awards, a celebration of independent authors and publishers, will this year benefit Beyond Baroque Literary Center of Venice, California. The event, to be held on October 2ND at The Derby nightclub in Hollywood, will feature exhibits, spoken word performances and music by some of Beyond Baroque's most distinguished alumni. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the awards starting at 8 p.m. The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Boulevard at the corner of Hillhurst. Performers on the evening include John Doe of X; Paul Krassner, called "the father of the underground press" by People magazine; Pleasant Gehman, author of "The Underground Guide To L.A."; Larry Jaffe, International Readings Coordinator for the United Nations Dialogue Among Civilizations Through Poetry program; Adam Parfrey, author and proprietor of Feral House, one of the country's leading independent publishers; S.A. Griffin, poet and spoken word avatar; and Shawna Kenney, author of "I Was A Teenage Dominatrix." Advance tickets for the DIY Book Festival awards ceremony are $15, available online at www.diyconvention.com or by calling 323-665-8080. Beyond Baroque is a 35-year old landmark bookstore/performance space/publisher at the cultural heart of Southern California. Formed in 1968 by a group of writers with the publication of an avant-garde poetry magazine, the center has grown into a hub for readings, performances, special events, and ongoing educational classes, including its long-running Wednesday Night Poetry workshop. Among its most important missions is Beyond Baroque Books, dedicated to important work that is unavailable elsewhere. Entries for the 2003 DIY Book Festival competition are being accepted through midnight, September 25th at www.diyconvention.com or by calling 323-665-8080. The DIY Book Festival will consider self-published or independent publisher non-fiction, fiction, children's books, how-to, photography/art, comics, 'zines, fan fiction and e-books released after Jan. 1, 2001. All entries must be in English and have been self-published or issued by an independent house that has published less than 50 works since the entry cut-off point. Competition winners receive cash, travel, software and independent book selections. The 2003 DIY Book Festival is sponsored by Soft Skull Press, Final Draft Screenplay Software, Alcasid.com, the DIYReporter.com and JM Northern Media. The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
KRISTINE
W (Los Angeles) - Pop artist Kristine W celebrates her new Tommy Boy Records CD release, FLY AGAIN at the legendary Los Feliz club, The Derby on Wednesday October 15. Her long-awaited CD is released nationally on October 21. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Kristine broke into the music scene in the late ‘90s with hits like "Stronger", "Land of The Living", and "One More Try." In 2001, while on tour singing her hits from her previous 2 albums, including the single, "Stronger," she was getting weaker and weaker. Plagued by night sweats, confused and bruised, she knew instinctively that whatever was wrong with her was out of her control. She began a battery of tests that led to a bone marrow biopsy and a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). During her treatment she lost many close friends who lost the battle to the disease. On September 11, 2001, she underwent a stem cell transplant, fighting for her life, while others in the World Trade Center were losing theirs. It was a harrowing experience for her. However, it was her music that proved to be a constant companion and inspiration to her during her months of isolation. It is through her music now, that Kristine W hopes to inspire others to fight the good fight and FLY AGAIN. Kristine has joined forces with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society along with The Derby in Los Angeles, to help benefit and bring awareness for the organization, which was a great resource for her during her illness. The Derby lost one its own, longtime co-owner, Tammi Gower, to cancer this summer. So this collaboration also pays tribute to the legendary Los Angeles club-owner. DATE:
Wednesday, October 15, 2003 CONTACT
INFORMATION The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
2003
DIY BOOK FESTIVAL SETS AWARD CEREMONY HOLLYWOOD, CA (September 24, 2003) _ The 2003 DIY Book Festival awards, a celebration of independent authors and publishers, will this year benefit Beyond Baroque Literary Center of Venice, California. The event, to be held on October 2ND at The Derby nightclub in Hollywood, will feature exhibits, spoken word performances and music by some of Beyond Baroque's most distinguished alumni. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the awards starting at 8 p.m. The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Boulevard at the corner of Hillhurst. Performers on the evening include John Doe of X; Paul Krassner, called "the father of the underground press" by People magazine; Pleasant Gehman, author of "The Underground Guide To L.A."; Larry Jaffe, International Readings Coordinator for the United Nations Dialogue Among Civilizations Through Poetry program; Adam Parfrey, author and proprietor of Feral House, one of the country's leading independent publishers; S.A. Griffin, poet and spoken word avatar; and Shawna Kenney, author of "I Was A Teenage Dominatrix." Advance tickets for the DIY Book Festival awards ceremony are $15, available online at www.diyconvention.com or by calling 323-665-8080. Beyond Baroque is a 35-year old landmark bookstore/performance space/publisher at the cultural heart of Southern California. Formed in 1968 by a group of writers with the publication of an avant-garde poetry magazine, the center has grown into a hub for readings, performances, special events, and ongoing educational classes, including its long-running Wednesday Night Poetry workshop. Among its most important missions is Beyond Baroque Books, dedicated to important work that is unavailable elsewhere. Entries for the 2003 DIY Book Festival competition are being accepted through midnight, September 25th at www.diyconvention.com or by calling 323-665-8080. The DIY Book Festival will consider self-published or independent publisher non-fiction, fiction, children's books, how-to, photography/art, comics, 'zines, fan fiction and e-books released after Jan. 1, 2001. All entries must be in English and have been self-published or issued by an independent house that has published less than 50 works since the entry cut-off point. Competition winners receive cash, travel, software and independent book selections. The 2003 DIY Book Festival is sponsored by Soft Skull Press, Final Draft Screenplay Software, Alcasid.com, the DIYReporter.com and JM Northern Media. The
Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst)
in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
Premiering
Saturday, Sept. 20th 2003 The Velvet Hammer Burlesque, which has become the core influence on America's burlesque revival, teamed with the hilariously offbeat sketch-comedy troupe I Can't Believe It's Not Comedy, premieres at The Derby on Saturday, Sept. 20th 2003. The cavalcade of comedy, frolic and live bawdy adult entertainment is set to be a monthly presentation at the World Famous Hollywood supper club. The Velvet Hammer combines silly vaudeville skits, sly social commentary, frisky dancing, striptease with hot, swarthy jazz. The Derby hipsters will marvel and wolf whistle at the kind of naughty entertainment our grandparents enjoyed. The Sacramento based I Can't Believe It's Not Comedy troupe will provide live, bawdy adult entertainment in an unsettling, will-I-go-to-hell-for-laughing-at-this presentation of sketch comedy. The Derby continues to set the trend by bringing the hottest cutting edge entertainment to the Los Feliz neighborhood of Hollywood. Genteel attire suggested for the conscientious Socialite. Tickets: $10 Showtime: 9 P.M. 21 and over For
October, November, December events visit:
BLAME
STEVE LUCKY & THE RHUMBA BUMS Steve
Lucky & The Rhumba Bums Featuring Miss Carmen Getit,
SWING back stateside fresh from their ambitious European
tour to ignite The Derby on Saturday, September 27th. Steve
Luck and the Rhumba Bums are a highly entertaining band from
San Francisco featuring Steve Lucky's soulful piano and vocals
and the vivacious Miss Carmen Getit's vocals and acclaimed
guitar work. Doors
open at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted. Swing Nights are $10.
Always 21 and over. The
Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst)
in Hollywood. (323) 663-8979
THE
DERBY HOSTS ART CRAWL 6 WHAT:
Art Crawl 6 Kick Off Party - 2003
Art Crawl 6 returns boasting over 25 art galleries
that reflect the flourishing art scene in the Los Feliz, Silver
Lake, and Echo Park communities of Los Angeles. Besides the
overwhelming amount of contributing galleries, Art Crawl 6
is excited to include a kick off party, hosted by The Derby,
as well as the participation of the City of Los Angeles’
Municipal Art Gallery in the recently renovated Barnsdall
Art Park. Art Crawl 6 is a free, self-guided, three-day event
promoting access and insight into this dynamic area where
the future of art in Los Angeles is taking shape.
GET
SET GO's national tour commences September 11th GET SET GO's national tour commences September 11th with a kick-off at THE DERBY in Hollywood. The band takes the stage at 10:00pm performing tracks from their new CD, So You've Ruined Your Life, which includes the single “Break Your Heart” which is receiving national airplay. Two
of the members of Get Set Go, Mike TV (guitar, vocals) and
Dr. Modo (bass) grew up and attended high school together
in Palm Desert, California. Their first band, The Spriggans,
were part of the "generator" band scene that spawned
groups such as Queens of the Stone Age, Brant Bjork and the
Operators, Fatso Jetson, Mondo Generator, and Eagles of Death
Rock.
Q&A WITH FILM EXECUTIVE PRODUCER QUINCY D. JONES III AND DIRECTOR PETER SPIRER TO FOLLOW SCREENING BEEF, the much anticipated film that deals with the urban war of words will have a special Los Angeles screening, Thursday, September 4th, 9 PM, at Club DIY (Do It Yourself) at The Derby nightclub in Hollywood. The project takes a definitive look at the deep and harsh world of high profile "beefs" among such rap artists as Jay-Z, Nas, 50 Cent, Ja Rule, DMX and others. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with BEEF executive producer Quincy D. Jones III (QD3) and director Peter Spirer. BEEF will be released on DVD September 30th via Image Entertainment. "The idea and motivation for making Beef came from being close with Tupac," says Jones. "We did a lot of music together, and when we lost him, I was impacted heavily. That loss inspired me to analyze other beefs in hip hop to show the very real effect these beefs have on the lives of the artists as well as their families." The DIY Convention teaches musicians, filmmakers, authors and entrepreneurs to create, promote, protect and distribute independent film, music and books. The Derby is located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd (at Hillhurst) in Hollywood. Pre registration for Club DIY is available at www.diyconvention.com Admission is $10.
IF
ALL THE STARS WERE PRETTY BABIES... Hollywood’s "Pretty Babies," have been drawing sellout crowds to every venue they perform. A show In Style Magazine has called "a breath of old fashioned, big city swank," the Babies continue to impress and inspire new legions of fans. "You can expect to be taken to another place entirely by the Babies," said Peter McQuaid of New York Times Magazine. Not your normal bar act, Pretty Babies are fronted by actresses Zooey Deschanel (Almost Famous, All the Real Girls) and Samantha Shelton (White Oleander) and backed by an eight-piece ensemble. Inspired by Judy Garland, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald – their music and fashion remain true to the times. *Doors
open at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted. Pretty Babies perform
at 9:00 PM.
Photo
Left to Right: "Pretty Babies" Samantha Shelton
and Zooey Deschanel bring their cabaret act to THE DERBY September
17th.
CLUB DIY SETS NEW PANEL, PERFORMANCES HOLLYWOOD (August 26, 2003) _ The DIY Convention: Do It Yourself in Film, Music & Books has set the sixth edition of a series spotlighting top independent talent. On Thursday, September 4th, the new CLUB DIY will present an evening of live music, a film screening, and a special panel discussion at the Derby nightclub in Hollywood, located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. CLUB DIY is held on the first Thursday of each month at the Derby. Paid admissions who pre-register by phone (323-665-8068) with a credit card before September 4th will receive a free transcript of our "How To Sell 10,000 CDs" panel. The event is also open to the public. CLUB DIY's featured panel presentation on September 4th will be "Indie, Major or DIY," a free-ranging discussion on the various paths to music success with and without a record label. The focus will be on what labels look to sign, how they work with artists, and whether signing with a major or independent label is the right move for your career. The
discussion will be moderated by DIY Convention chairman Bruce
Haring and will feature Dre Allen, who has produced projects
for Babyface and Master P and signed with 10 record labels,
only to see the projects dropped before release; Dawn Robinson,
a member of platinum-selling Atlantic recording artists En
Vogue; Bryan Sheffield, owner of Doghouse Records (All-American
Rejects, Limbeck); Graham Macrae, coowner of Sealevel Records
(Kennedy, Vanderslice); and Ian Faith, founder of Sarinjay
Entertainment (Boo-Yaa Tribe). Live music performances will follow the discussion. Featured will be Fruit, an all-female act from Australia embarking on its U.S. tour; and Dre Allen, whose new CD will be out in 2004. Other music acts will be announced shortly. The night will also feature a screening of the hip-hop film "Beef" at 9 p.m. The film features a definitive look at the deep and harsh world of high profile "beefs" among such artists as Jay-Z, Nas, 50 Cent, Ja Rule, DMX and others. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Peter Spirer, moderated by DIY Film Festival programming head and feature film director Richard Martini. Selections for screening and music performance slots for future Club DIY dates in Los Angeles and other cities are done through the 2004 DIY Music Festival and the 2004 DIY Film Festival. Entry for both is at www.diyconvention.com under "upcoming events." The DIY Convention teaches musicians, filmmakers, authors and entrepreneurs to create, promote, protect and distribute independent film, music and books. To join our mailing list or to register for our upcoming shows in Los Angeles, Nashville and New York, visit www.diyconvention.com. DIY
BOOK FESTIVAL OCT. 2nd in Los Angeles
TAMMI
GOWER MEMORIAL TO INCLUDE PERFORMANCE Who: Royal Crown Revue, Tammi Gower Memorial friends, employees, musicians. What:
The Royal Crown Revue will perform at the Tammi Gower Memorial
at 6:45 PM. Tammi Gower, owner and founder of The Derby,
the trend-setting and world-famous nightspot in the Los Feliz
area of Hollywood, CA, passed away the morning of Saturday,
August 9, 2003, from complications of cancer.
TAMMI
GOWER Tammi Gower, owner and founder of The Derby, the trend-setting and world-famous nightspot in the Los Feliz area of Hollywood, CA, passed away the morning of Saturday, August 9, 2003, from complications of cancer. Born Tamar Ellen Chait on November, 12, 1951 in Los Angeles, Tammi died peacefully in the arms of Tony Gower, her husband, long-time business partner and best friend. Also with Tammi were members of her family. In addition to her husband Tony, she is survived by her brothers Jon Chait of Chicago, Bill Chait of Los Angeles and was the much-loved aunt of Jamie, Eli, Brittany, Meredith and Zoe. Tammi Gower launched The Derby in April of 1993 along with co-owner Tony Gower, turned it into one of the most acclaimed supper clubs in the history of Los Angeles. On April 11, 2003, to commemorate the 10th anniversary of The Derby and to recognize the major impact on the revitalization of the entire Los Feliz area, Mayor James K. Hahn proclaimed The Derby Day in the City of Los Angeles and also bestowed upon Tammi Gower a personal commendation for her outstanding accomplishments for the community. The proclamations were presented in a special ceremony by Tom LaBonge, Councilman of the 4th Council District of Los Angeles that includes Los Feliz. Tammi was very proud to make her home in Los Feliz and helped preserve and renovate her house previously owned by Our Gang/Little Rascals filmmaker Hal Roach. Mrs. Gower’s crowning achievement and legacy is The Derby, located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. (at Hillhurst). The building was originally built by Cecil B. DeMille in 1928, was one of five original Brown Derby locations 1940-1960 and served as the exterior of Arnold’s Drive In on the hit TV series, Happy Days, in the 70s. Prior to Tammi taking over the location in 1993 it was a run-down restaurant and the area had become terribly blighted. With a strong vision, creativity and passion, Tammi created a venue that brought back the glamorous glory days of early Hollywood, while insisting on a no-snobs atmosphere for her establishment. The new club’s rich retro styling along with the booking policy of she and partner Tony, soon attracted Hollywood’s top stars as customers including Mel Gibson, Julia Roberts, Jack Nicholson, Cameron Diaz, Bob Hope, Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Lopez to name a few. Not to mention helping to launch the careers of innovative neo-swing bands Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Royal Crown Revue, by providing industry awareness, media coverage and a residency to develop strong fan followings. Top name performers that have also graced the Derby stage include Bruce Springsteen, Cheap Trick, Brian Setzer, Live, Roger Daltry of The Who and landmark artists such as Tex Benacke, Ruth Brown, Robert Gordon, Gene Vincent’s Blue Caps and Sam Butera. The Derby has been the location for numerous film and music video shoots including Swingers and Speed, and is a wrap party and holiday celebration destination for productions such as ER, MTV, The Grammys, Just Shoot Me, Charmed, Legally Blonde 2, to name a few. Tammi’s weekly free swing dance lessons brought back touch-dancing to a new generation and even led to many romances and marriages with wedding receptions held at (you guessed it!) The Derby. In its first 10 years, The Derby and events hosted by Tammi Gower have garnered significant media coverage locally, nationally and internationally by such outlets as MTV, Los Angeles Times, CNN, Entertainment Tonight, Extra, E!, Access Hollywood, TV Guide, Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Glamour, The Food Network and is even listed as a "must see" Hollywood hot spot in international travel guides drawing tourists from as far away as Japan, Great Britain and Germany. Most of all Tammi Gower was a warm and generous friend to many and could be counted on for support in times of greatest need. She loved helping her friends, family, employees, customers and community and will be missed by all. A private cremation took place in accordance with Tammi’s wishes. Fittingly, a Memorial Service to celebrate the life and spirit of Tammi Gower will take place at The Derby on Tuesday, August 12, 5 pm to 8 pm and is open to all her friends, family, valued customers and business associates. Additional information available by contacting Steve Levesque at 310-860-9170 or steve@luckmedia.com.
THE
DERBY HOSTS ART CRAWL 6 LOS
ANGELES - Mark your calendars art lovin’ Angelenos! September
19-21, 2003
Art Crawl 6 returns boasting over 25 art galleries
that reflect the flourishing art scene in the Los Feliz, Silver
Lake, and Echo Park communities of Los Angeles. Besides the
overwhelming amount of contributing galleries, Art Crawl 6
is excited to include a kick off party, hosted by The
Derby, as well as the participation of the City of Los
Angeles’ Municipal Art Gallery in the recently renovated
Barnsdall Art Park. Art Crawl 6 is a free, self-guided, three-day
event promoting access and insight into this dynamic area
where the future of art in Los Angeles is taking shape.
CLUB DIY SETS NEW PANEL, PERFORMANCES HOLLYWOOD (July 29, 2003) _ The DIY Convention: Do It Yourself in Film, Music & Books has set the fifth edition of a series spotlighting top works from its DIY Film Festival and DIY Music Festival. On Thursday, August 7th, the new CLUB DIY will present an evening of live music, film screenings, and a special panel discussion at the Derby nightclub in Hollywood, located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. CLUB DIY is held on the first Thursday of each month at the Derby. Paid admissions who pre-register by phone (323-665-8068) with a credit card before August 6th will receive a free transcript of our "Music Publishing: Your Questions Will Be Answered!" panel. The event is also open to the public, with admission priced at $8 before 9 p.m. CLUB DIY's feature presentation on August 7th will be "The Only Bad Publicity Is Your Obituary," a free-ranging discussion on the various methods of getting the word out on your film, music or book project, including publicity, street teams, advertising and marketing. The discussion will be moderated by DIY Convention chairman Bruce Haring and will feature Sheryl Northrop of Baker/Northrop, longtime publicist for Weird Al Yankovic; Kathy Acquaviva, former publicist for Great White; Julie Doppelt of HooplaPR, who handled O.A.R.'s rise; Josh Mills, the lead PR man for Dead Kennedys; and Steve Levesque, head of Luck Media & Marketing, a leading independent PR firm whose clients include Heart, Dick Dale and the Wondermints. Independent musicians, label owners, entrepreneurs, filmmakers and anyone who sells goods online are urged to attend. The discussion will commence at 8 p.m. on that evening, preceded by a networking cocktail party at 7 p.m. featuring music by Digital CutUp Lounge, one of the leading electronic music groups to emerge from the dance music scene in Asia. Featuring John von Seggern [computer] and Andrew Pask [saxophone], the duo mixes the latest downtempo, dub, and electronica sounds with live jazz. Live music performances will follow the discussion. Featured will be Randi Driscoll, whose song "What Matters" has raised over $25,000 for the Matthew Shepherd Foundation; Holly Light, winner of the 2002 DIY Songwriter of the Year award; singer/songwriter Sherstin, whose music will be featured in the DVD release of the first season of the TV show "Roswell"; and the all-female punk of The Randies. The night will also feature a screening of the 2003 DIY Film Festival best screenplay winner, "Mind Games" at 9 p.m. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Adrian Carr, moderated by DIY Film Festival programming head and feature film director Richard Martini. Selections for screening and music performance slots for future Club DIY dates in Los Angeles and other cities are done through the 2004 DIY Music Festival (www.diymusicfestival.com) and the 2004 DIY Film Festival (www.diyfilmfestival.com). Potential candidates can also bring their material to the Derby and sign up. The DIY Convention teaches musicians, filmmakers, authors and entrepreneurs to create, promote, protect and distribute independent film, music and books. To join our mailing list or to register for our upcoming shows in Nashville, New York and San Francisco, visit www.diyconvention.com.
THE
DERBY HOSTS THE HOTTEST Thousands
of fans from around the Los Angeles area, the country, and
the world will converge on Los Angeles this summer as International
Pop Overthrow (IPO) explodes into its 6th year! IPO Los
Angeles will feature more than 180 of the best pop artists
from around the world, who play in several venues throughout
Los Angeles from July 18-August 3. The Derby's line-up includes
a special theme night "Girls Night Out at IPO,"
on July 23rd. Also on July 23rd there will be a "Meet
and Greet" from 4:30 - 6:30 PM and a raffle for a guitar
give-away from Daisy Rock Girl Guitars. Wednesday,
July 23 - "Girl's Night Out at IPO" Monday,
July 28 Admission
is $8 at the door.
GOTHIC
BEACH STUDIO IN ASSOCIATION WITH DOMINATION Room
One THE LAST DANCE BABYLAND DJ Insomniac & DJ Melody (Domination Presents/LA) & DJ Damian Plague (QXT's/NJ) Room
Two 21+ with I.D. 8:30 pm - 2:00 am $8
Cover before 10:30 pm with Flyer or Email Discount More
Info @
THE
DERBY Avalon is a monthly event spotlighting a variety of talented artists. Michele Bass, of Mystik Alchemy, approached Jan Tompkins, of United Divas, with the idea of coming together to showcase talents from both of their communities, with an emphasis on women and the female perspective. The event is hosted at The Derby is an amazing venue that provides 2 areas to feature musicians, DJ's, fashion, performance and visuals. Graphics, video, and photography will be displayed in both areas of the club. Each Avalon event represents a theme; Thursday, July 31, is "Independence" and Thursday, August 21, is "Cultivation." Many of Avalon's artists design their craft, whether it's music, painting, photography, live visuals, etc., within the context of the theme of the month. INDEPENDENCE: July 31, 2003 DJ's Ben
Milstein-elmconceptions.com, L.A. FASHION DIGITAL
VISUALS/PHOTOGRAPHY/PAINTING TAROT CULTIVATION: August 21, 2003 DJ's FASHION/PERFORMANCE DIGITAL
VISUALS/PHOTOGRAPHY/PAINTING TAROT For
further information about Avalon, or to learn more about the
artists involved in past and future events and to see photos
from our past events, log onto:
THE
DERBY LOS
ANGELES - With its throwback to Hollywood's golden age of
glamour, The Derby is the preferred, unpretentious Hollywood
nightspot. What makes The Derby popular to its patrons
is its low-key, albeit, elegant atmosphere. Located in Los
Feliz, an eclectic community of artists, writers, actors,
and musicians, The Derby has become the spot to have
a drink and listen to some live rock, jazz, swing, blues and
the latest DJ. The Derby is a place where Hollywood goes to
relax, not just "to be seen".
THE
INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW FESTIVAL Thousands
of fans from around the Los Angeles area, the country, and
the world will converge on Los Angeles this summer as International
Pop Overthrow (IPO) explodes into its 6th year! IPO Los
Angeles will feature more than 180 of the best pop artists
from around the world, who play in several venues throughout
Los Angeles from July 18-August 3. The Derby's line-up includes
a special theme night "Girls Night Out at IPO,"
on July 23rd. Also on July 23rd there will be a "Meet
and Greet" from 4:30 - 6:30 PM and a raffle for a guitar
give-away from Daisy Rock Girl Guitars. Wednesday,
July 23 - "Girl's Night Out at IPO" Monday,
July 28 Admission
is $8 at the door.
CATCH
A SPECIAL CLUB DIY DISCUSSION LOS ANGELES (July 1, 2003) _ The DIY Convention: Do It Yourself in Film, Music & Books has set the fourth edition of a series spotlighting top works from its DIY Film Festival and DIY Music Festival. On Thursday, July 3rd, the new CLUB DIY will present an evening of live music, film screenings, and a special "conversation with." discussion at the Derby nightclub in Hollywood, located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. CLUB DIY is held on the first Thursday of each month at the Derby. Paid admissions who pre-register by phone (323-665-8068) with a credit card before July 3rd will receive a free transcript of last month's panel, "Music Publishing: Your Questions Will Be Answered!" Admission at the door is $8 before 9 p.m. The event is open to the public. CLUB DIY's feature presentation on July 3rd will be "A Conversation With Derek Sivers," a one-on-one discussion with the CDBaby.com founder. The discussion will be moderated by DIY Convention chairman Bruce Haring. Sivers, a former professional musician, circus clown, Warner Chappell publisher and one of the online world's leading marketing gurus, will discuss the secrets behind CDBaby's astonishing success, which has seen the company sell over $3 million of independent music in its short history. Independent musicians, label owners, entrepreneurs, filmmakers and anyone who sells goods online are urged to attend. The discussion will commence at 8 p.m. on that evening, preceded by a networking cocktail party at 7 p.m. featuring music by Digital CutUp Lounge, one of the leading electronic music groups to emerge from the dance music scene in Asia. Featuring John von Seggern [computer] and Andrew Pask [saxophone], the duo mixes the latest downtempo, dub, and electronica sounds with live jazz. Live music performances will follow the discussion. Featured will be songwriter Barry Holdship, playing with his acoustic trio; the country flavorings of Rick Monroe; the hard-charging rock of Louden Swain; and the solo style of songwriter Kat Parsons. The night will also feature a screening of the 2003 DIY Film Festival documentary, "Bum's Paradise" at 9 p.m. Shot on location at a Northern California homeless camp, the film is highlighted by footage shot by the residents. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Thomas McCabe, moderated by DIY Film Festival programming head and feature film director Richard Martini. Selections for screening and music performance slots for future Club DIY dates in Los Angeles and other cities are done through the 2004 DIY Music Festival (www.diymusicfestival.com) and the 2004 DIY Film Festival (www.diyfilmfestival.com). Potential candidates can also bring their material to the Derby and sign up. The
DIY Convention teaches musicians, filmmakers, authors and
entrepreneurs to create, promote, protect and distribute independent
film, music and books. To join our mailing list or to register
for our upcoming shows in Nashville, New York and San Francisco,
visit www.diyconvention.com.
BIG
BAD VOODOO DADDY BIG
BAD VOODOO DADDY returns to the house that SWING built!
The Derby will showcase their latest grooves on Wednesday
July 9th to legions of adoring BBVD fans who have waited
for the boys return. SAVE
MY SOUL pays tribute to the wellspring of American music
and, in the words of bandleader, lead vocalist, songwriter,
and guitarist Scotty Morris, "my favorite musical city."
More than that, it documents BBVD's ongoing act of legerdemain,
as the group secures its position as a musical institution
while also rockin' like a new act with something to prove.
CLUB DIY SETS UNIQUE INTERVIEW, NEW PERFORMANCES Los Angeles - The DIY Convention: Do It Yourself in Film, Music & Books has set the fourth edition of a series spotlighting top works from its DIY Film Festival and DIY Music Festival. On Thursday, July 3rd, the new CLUB DIY will present an evening of live music, film screenings, and a special "conversation with…" discussion at The Derby nightclub in Hollywood, located at 4500 Los Feliz Blvd. CLUB DIY is held on the first Thursday of each month at the Derby. Paid admissions who pre-register by phone (323-665-8068) with a credit card before July 2nd will receive a free transcript |
