Tattoo Artists // Burlesque // Pin-up Models // Live Music // Comedy // DJ's // Artwork on display // Area Tours // Movie Screening & more...
ABOUT THE TEAM
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS / HOSTS
The brainchild of Jason Miller from 808shows.com / Hawaiian Express Records / The Home Grown Music Hour / etc. who has long been a fan of the art form (getting his 1st tattoo in 1987 and second from the legend Pinky Yun in 1988), and who's ex-wife is a tattoo artist in Waikiki. Jason's grandfather, Jim Farish (R.I.P.) was also an inspiration... since some of Jim's fondest memories came from his six months stationed on Oahu... during his return from a stint in China with the United States Marine Corps. The man was also a race car driver, had a successful rodeo career, got kicked out of the famed Mustang Ranch in Nevada, shot at his own foot to kill a rattle snake, and was both a joker and a notorious flirt... all with a heart of gold. There is little doubt that he was down in Chinatown getting his four shots of booze (and more) on many occasions. Jason later brought in his long time friend "Josh86" who was a founding co-owner of 3 venues in the Chinatown area (Downbeat Diner, Downbeat Lounge, and Proof Public House) as well as the front man for several talented local bands such as Black Square, The 86 List, and Josh86 & The Pressure. Harisumi (aka Mr. Silk Tattooer / @hari_seda_tattoer) is our 3rd official co-host in the event, and is the super skilled tattoo artist and current owner of Sailor Jerry's old shop, still located on Smith Street in Honolulu/Chinatown. Currently named Old Ironside Tattoo. Harisumi has been tattooing since 1989. Not surprisingly, he also owns Harisumi Tattoo Studio in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
The festival was first tentatively titled "The Old Ironsides Music Festival"... which was in reference to Sailor Jerry's moniker on his radio show in Hawaii, as well as Jerry's appreciation for music as a sax player. Since the event will always be about more than just music; however, the name was changed.
We partner and highly recommend the Chinatown tattoo shops:
Old Ironside Tattoo (Smith Street between King and Hotel)
Black Cat Tattoo (Corner of Hotel and Nu'uanu)
Lilium Tattoo (Merchant Street south of King)
Genuine Tattoo (Bethel & Chaplain)
Pre-Covid, the event grew each and every year. Thank you Hawaii.
The support so far has been tremendous.
WHO ELSE IS ON THE TEAM?
We're proud to have a very inclusive group.
Leadership Roles:
Art Show Coordinator & Program Manager
♀ -- TBD (Formerly Tia C. & Meleina H.)
Pinup Beauty Bar
♀ -- Andrea
Pinup Contest Coordinator & Stage Manager
♀ -- Miss Savvy
Burlesque Coordinator & Stage Manager
♀ -- Miss Savvy (Formerly "Tracy Lashes"/ "La Femme Rikita")
Neighborhood Tours Coordinator
♀ -- TBD (Formerly Carter)
Twisted Cuts Fashion Show Coordinator
♀ -- TBD (Formerly Nickie)
2015 Page to the Stage Fashion Show
♀ -- Bertie
Comedy Coordinator & Stage Manager
♂ -- Patrick T. and/or Aaron P.
Catering
♀ -- Olay's Thai-Laos Cuisine
Official Festival Merchandise Booth
♀ -- Juli G.
Partner/Consultant
♂ -- Jason C of NMG Network
[Online Merch Sales -- 808shows.storenvy.com]
Tattoo Specials --
Each individual Tattoo Shop (Old Ironside, Black Cat, Lilium, and Genuine Tattoo)
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PLEASE NOTE: A portion of any proceeds from this event will always be set aside for Norman's remaining family.
His widow and some children / grandchildren still live here in Hawaii. In fact, his son came to the inaugural event and a big group reunited in 2017.
Some had lost touch with each other but our first festival led to his daughters, grandchildren, widow, great-grandchildren, niece, and others
reconnecting and later flying over and meeting up at our event. Pretty proud of those facts. Here's a photo of the group that night:
