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Duff McKagan Hits The Books

Last week, one of The Sunset Strip’s most beloved players, Duff McKagan, hit the books at a signing and discussion hosted by famed literary rock n’ roll establishment Book Soup.

Addressing an audience of Guns N’ Roses/Velvet Revolver fans whose ages ranged from 6 years old to 60, McKagan proved that his talent continues to influence a new generation of rockers and ultimate fans. The bassist/actor/columnist/author engaged the audience with stories and a discussion of his new “no holds barred” memoir It’s So Easy: And Other Lies, before taking questions from the crowd.

Book Soup has lined up an all star list of book signings and discussions in the next two weeks, including writer/director Oliver Stone (Oct. 22), Def Jam Recordings 25th anniversary discussion with authors Bill Adler and Cey Adams (Oct. 23) and musician/writer Henry Rollins (Oct. 27).

Dia de los Muertos-Themed Strip Crawl This Saturday!

While Halloween may be two weeks away, The Sunset Strip’s businesses are partnering to present a very spirited pre-party this Saturday, Oct. 22, as they host a Dia de los Muertos-themed Strip Crawl.

Haunted Midnights Bring The Comedy Store’s Spirited Past To Life

The world famous Comedy Store is pleased to announce the return of Haunted Midnights, an exclusive event that brings the building’s haunted past to life.
Originally opened as the mob-owned and operated Ciro’s nightclub, The Comedy Store building has been the subject of mythology and tall tales regarding the spirits that reside there. Who is “The Lady in White”? Why is the spectral “Gus” laughing? What nefarious deeds took place in The Comedy Store basement? And what famous person made contact during a séance in The Comedy Store green room?
During Friday nights in October, staff and comics from The Comedy Store answer these questions and take guests on a journey through the haunted tales of a violent era in L.A. history and how the spirits of that time haunt the building to this very day.

Get Your Appetite Ready! DineLA Restaurant Week Returns In October

Foodies and those who use their kitchen for decorative purposes only can rejoice when DineLA’s Restaurant Week returns for its fall installment October 2-7 and 9-14. Created as a way to showcase Los Angeles’ diverse dining scene and neighborhoods, Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to try all those restaurants on your “to eat” list by sampling multi-course meals at a reduced price.

Each participating restaurant offers three-course prix fixe lunches and/or dinners, with nine restaurants on The Sunset Strip joining in on the fun. Thai, Italian, sushi, French, Asian-fusion, steak, Mexican and California cuisine are all represented. Who’s hungry?

Fashion’s Night Out Transforms The Strip Into A Fashion Runway

Fashion’s Night Out took over The Sunset Strip on Thursdsay, Sept. 8, turning the sidewalks into a fashionable runway set beneath a warm Southern California evening. Clothing and retail stores in Sunset Plaza and on The Strip extended their hours to celebrate the new fall fashion and featured store specials, cheese, wine, champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and racks and racks of the latest trends for the season.

LIVE! On Sunset, Nicole Miller and Code C showcased new accessories and jewelry made of feathers, chunky necklaces and stylish handbags along with an array of scarves to gear up for the colder weather. Fashionistas should get ready to strut their stuff with mini dresses, leggings, leather jackets and heels, as they are also set to score big this season. Sunset Strip businesses BCBG Maxazria, H. Lorenzo, Andaz West Hollywood and the Skybar at Mondrian also participated in the evening’s events.

Party Time

Are you ready for the weekend? Our friends at Black Star will get you in the party spirit with this amazing video highlighting the 2011 Sunset Strip Music Festival cocktail party hosted by Virgin America and Black Star at the Skybar. Jamie Foxx, Tommy Lee, Nikki Sixx, Vince Neil, Mick Mars, "Entourage"’s Jerry Ferrara, Chad Michael Murray and "90210"’s Shenae Grimes were among those who joined the fun. It was a great night, and we’d love to recreate it tonight!

West Hollywood Gets Ready To Dress To Impress During Fashion’s Night Out

West Hollywood will once again celebrate Fashion’s Night Out on Thursday, Sept. 8. The festivities will begin at 6 p.m. and retailers around the city will extend their hours into the night with parties, special guests, trunk shows and entertainment. As the in-store festivities conclude, shoppers are invited to the official West Hollywood after-party at Skybar at the Mondrian hotel beginning at 10 p.m. The party will include photo opportunities, champagne, desserts and music.

Participating Sunset Strip businesses include Andaz West Hollywood (pop-up shop and fashion exhibit curated by celebrity stylist Brett Alan Nelson), BCBG Maxazria, Code C (prosecco and appetizers, designers and DJs), H. Lorenzo (special promotions), LIVE! On Sunset (meet and greet trunk show with Sam & Lavi), Nicole Miller (DJ, light bites and spirits as well as exclusive fall shipments), Skybar at Mondrian (official after party).

Headed To The SSMF Street Fest Tomorrow? Get Your Gameplan (And Set Times)

The set times for this year’s street festival on Saturday, Aug. 20. Please be sure to follow @SSMF or Facebook.com/SunsetStripMusicFestival to stay up to date on any changes or additions.

DOORS OPEN – 1 p.m.

WEST STAGE — OUTDOORS
8:15- 9:45 p.m. MOTLEY CRUE 
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. BUSH
4:30 – 5:10 p.m. ESCAPE THE FATE
3:10 – 3:50 p.m. SHE WANTS REVENGE
2:00 – 2:30 p.m. BLACK VEIL BRIDES

EAST STAGE — OUTDOORS
7:00 – 8:15 p.m. PUBLIC ENEMY 
5:10 – 6:00 p.m. MATT & KIM
3:50 –.4:30 p.m. THE DIRTY HEADS
2:30 – 3:10 p.m. COBRA STARSHIP 
1:30 – 2:00 p.m. TRIBAL SEEDS

Corey Taylor Book Signing (And Acoustic Performance) @ Book Soup

Last Wednesday, July 20, metal fans descended on The Sunset Strip to meet the voice of their idolatry, Slipknot/Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor.

Signing copies of his new philosophical memoir, Seven Deadly Sins: Settling the Argument Between Born Bad and Damaged Good, Taylor packed the Book Soup aisles with eager youngsters who were treated to a reading from his new book, a Q&A session, and even a brief acoustic performance.

Check out the full listing of Book Soup’s author events at www.booksoup.com

–Brent X Mendoza

Beer & Animal Lovers Unite At The Roxy’s Vegan Beer Fest

As we count down the days (there’s two) ’til the first pop-up Craft Beer Garden on The Sunset Strip, we take a look back to another fun-in-the-sun craft beer day on The Strip: the second annual Vegan Beer Festival!

On June 25, fans of craft beer and animals joined forces to enjoy cold brews, vegan food trucks, sunny weather and live music throughout the day at The Roxy Theatre. The event featured more than 40 craft beers, pretzal necklaces and performances by The Stripminers, The Silent Comedy and The Mowgli’s.