Myanmore; Weekly Guide to Yangon- 27 June 2014

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editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans Wow. There’s a lot of events happening in Yangon for the first time this next week.

Frank Nitt, as part of Yancey Boys, will drop their Hip Hop beats from their current LP Sunset Blvd and other hits. The Punchline Comedy Club is happening @ Union Bar with Eddy Brimson, Jeremy O’Donnell and Stefano Paolini ; expect a riotious night. TS1 is hosting their very first Open Mic. This is an open invitation for everyone and anyone who has something to share.

I encourage you to come out and give all of them your support. Be part of Yangon’s history!

A triple bonus – 3 coupon deals today! Have a great weekend!

what’s on FRIDAY 27TH JUNE HIP HOP ARTISTE FRANK NITT LIVE @ MOJO - STAGE

Hailing from the USA, Frank Nitt, part of the infamous Yancey Boys phenomena and an international Hip Hop recording artiste, will be dropping Hip Hop beats and hits for the first time in Yangon. Tickets @ door – 15,000Ks + One Drink Included. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 10:00 PM - TILL LATE Frank Nitt is the first international Hip Hop artiste in Yangon. Be part of this Hip Hop history @ MOJO

FILM NIGHT: MILK @ AMERICAN CENTER | COMMUNITY

The story of Harvey Milk, an American gay rights activist who became California’s first openly-gay elected official. Free Entry! ? 14, Taw Win St, Dagon Tsp (Near by Governor’s Residence) | P 5:00 PM - ONWARDS

LIVE MUSIC @ 5Oth ST BAR | NIGHTLIFE

Enjoy live Music on Friday @ 50th St Bar & Restaurant plus Daily Food Specials. ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 7:00 PM - ONWARDS

STRAND HOTEL FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR | NIGHTLIFE

All-night happy hour. Delicious cocktails are at 50% off. Enjoy free snacks at their beautiful bar. ? 92 Strand rd (Next to the British Embassy) | P 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

WORLD CUP: SOUTH KOREA VS BELGIUM @ IFB

Beer, bbq, French fries (and breakfast with loads of coffee!!!) will help us support our teams! ? 340, Pyay Rd (Near Hantha Waddi Circle) | P 2:15 AM- 4:00 AM

what’s on FRIDAY 27TH JUNE - 18TH JULY PEOPLE OF THE RIVER OPENING NIGHT & PHOTO EXHIBITION | ART

A photographic exhibition exploring the lives of those who live along the Yangon river. ? The WItness Yangon Documentary Arts Space - 3rd Fl, Pyan Hlwar Building, 4A Parami Road, Mayangone. (Junction of Parami rd and Kaba Aye Pagoda rd) | P 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SATURDAY 28TH JUNE FAB 18 BY YG | NIGHTLIFE

We’ll rock the city with great music, beautiful people, and the best looking dance floor in town. Resident DJ Bay Tar will be working the decks, together with our new regular DJ Mr Y. Entry: 2000Ks & CHEAP DRINKS ALL NIGHT! ? VIP BAR - Pyay Rd, 8 mile Junction (inside Yangon Hotel) | P 10:00 PM - TILL LATE FAB parties are always a great way to end the month with a big bang. Fabulous, darling! Just fabulous!

SHUT UP AND DANCE @ MOJO - NIGHTLIFE

International artist, producer and DJ Adam Nicholas spins and rock your night. Prepare to hump the speakers, literally. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) |

P 10:00 PM - TILL LATE

LIVE MUSIC @ KOKINE BAR & RESTAURANT | NIGHTLIFE

Live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Be there or be square. ? 34, Kokkine Swimming Club Lane, off Saya San Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6:00 PM - ONWARDS

SUNDAY 29TH JUNE MUSIC ALBUM PROMOTION OF MI SANDI | STAGE

Mi Sandi is one of the Myanmar’s famous singers among youths. The album ” Pyit Taing Htaung” is her 2nd music album. . ? Junction Square - Between Pyay Rd and Kyun Daw st | P 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM

SUNDAY BRUNCH WITH JAZZ BAND @ PARKROYAL HOTEL | DINING US$33 includes a glass of soft drink or fresh juice. US$38 a glass of beer, wine, sparkling wine, house spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, coffee or tea. ? 33 Alan Pya Pagoda Rd (Next to Thamada Hotel) | P 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM

CHEFS TABLE SUNDAY BRUNCH @ SEDONA HOTEL | DINING

Sedona Hotel debuts their Chefs Table Sunday Brunch. Live band 5 mates entertains while you dine. US$38 / person. ? Sedona Hotel - 1, Kaba Aye Pagoda Road, Yankin Tsp | P 12:00 PM - 2.30 PM

MONDAY 30TH JUNE PUB QUIZ NIGHT @ 50 STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE Free pitcher of beer for every round winning team! ? 9/13 50th st, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 8:00 PM - ONWARDS

what’s on PEACEFUL BLOSSOM ROAD FOUNDATION FUND RAISING SHOW | STAGE Enjoy the performances of many famous Myanmar singers and raise funds for under developed and war zone areas. Tix: 20,000Ks, 10,000Ks, 7,000Ks. RSVP @ 094 512 30066,097 323 8614. ? National Theatre - Myoma Kyaung St, Dagon Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

MONDAY BLUES @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE

Come and enjoy an evening of quality live blues music by talented musicians and random guests every Monday night. Blues night at the new stage upstairs! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) |

P 9:30 PM - ONWARDS

MONDAY 30TH JUNE - 5TH JULY NAY TUN 3RD SOLO SHOW @ LOKANAT GALLERY | ART Come & Enjoy the paints of Nay Tun! It is his 3rd Solo Show. ? Lokanat Galleries - No.62, 1st Floor, Pansodan St | P 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

TUESDAY 1ST JULY LIVE STAND UP COMEDY @ UNION BAR | STAGE

It’s their Asian Tour; we are lucky enough to host the funniest people to have ever come to Yangon. For one night only: Eddy Brimson, Jeremy O’Donnell and Stefano Paolini. Tickets: Union Bar & Gekko. Book early to avoid disappointment. RSVP @ 01 392 263. US$30 ? 42 Strand Road, Botahtaung Tsp | P 7:00 PM - ONWARDS A triple comedy treat! A brilliant way to chase the Tuesday blues. Highly recommended

MYANMAR FOREIGN CORRESPONDENTS’ CLUB | NIGHTLIFE This is a monthly meet - up event. Come join us and enjoy cheap beer all night! ? Kaung Myat beer station - (next to Ko San Bar) on 19th Street, Chinatown | P 6:30 PM - ONWARDS

WINE TASTING @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE

We continue exploring France this week with 2 reds and 1 white with paired snacks. 12,000 Ks. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) |

P 7:00 PM - 9:00PM

WEDNESDAY 2ND JULY GIRLS NIGHT OUT @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE

Meet your besties, sip a complementary cocktail… Now THAT’S a proper ladies night ! ? 135 Inya Rd (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

LADIES NIGHT @ THE SPACE BAR | NIGHTLIFE

One drink free for ladies who feel too bored to stay at home on Wednesdays ? 126 Kabaraye Pagoda road, Bahan Tsp (Near by Pearl Condo) | P ALL DAY

LADIES NIGHT @ THE STANDARD BAR | NIGHTLIFE

Buy one, get one free for cocktails! Ladies, take advantage of this offer and enjoy the live music. ? 10K, Shwe Taung Gyar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

what’s on PIZZA SPECIAL + LIVE BAND @ 50 STREET BAR | DINING Pizza Special + live music - only 6,000Ks! ? 9/13 50th st, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

TOASTMASTERS CLUB IN YANGON | COMMUNITY

Toastmasters is a place where people of all abilities can practice and improve their public speaking skills in a fun, supportive and friendly environment. RSVP - yangon.toastmasters@gmail.com ? The British Club - Alan Pya Pagoda Rd | P 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM

THURSDAY 3RD JULY MY WORD OPEN MIC @ TS1 | NIGHTLIFE

Multi-Lingual, open stage event for people interested in sharing their talents with the community. Food and drinks served! Call - 09 250 064 694. ? Between Lanthit Jetty and Kaing Dan Jetty No.1, Oo-Pa-Sa St, Seik Kan Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM There’s always a gem of a talent hidden somwhere. Myanmar’s own Lady Gaga perhaps?

LADIES NIGHT IN THE PARK @ OFF THE BEATEN TRACK | NIGHTLIFE

10% off all drinks. Ladies- bring your own music on a USB stick or computer and we will play it! ? Kandawgyi Park, close to Karaweik Palace, Mingala Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm FOR MORE UPDATES GO TO MYANMORE.COM

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Junction Maw Tin Cineplex (01-225244) SHOW TIME : Sun to Thur @ 10 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM & 7 PM! For Fri & Sat @ 7 PM & 9.30 PM (additional show time)

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gallery

THE SIGNATURE POP UP CLUB 21ST june 2014 photos by the picture man

11TH AHRA-ASEAN BARTENDERS’ CHAMPIONSHIP 2014 20TH june 2014 photos by the picture man

FOOD & HOTEL EXHIBITION 2014 18TH - 20TH june 2014

photo of the week

Photo: Holy Trinity By kdessis

world cup

Date Time(MST) MATCH SCHEDULE

27/6/2013 02:30 South Korea Vs Belgium

27/6/2013 02:30 Algeria Vs Russia

28/6/2013 22:30 1A Vs 2B

29/6/2013 02:30 1C Vs 2D 29/6/2013 22:30 Fortaleza

30/6/2013 02:30 1D Vs 2C

30/6/2013 22:30 1E Vs 2F

1/7/2013 02:30 1G Vs 2H

1/7/2013 02:30 1F Vs 2E

2/7/2013 02:30 1H Vs 2G

GROUP - A

GROUP - e

BRAZIL CROATIA MEXICO CAMEROON

SWITZERLAND ECUADOR FRANCE HONDURAS

SPAIN NETHRELANDS CHILE AUSTRALIA

ARGENTINA BOSNIA IRAN NIGERIA

GROUP - b

GROUP - C

GROUP - f

GROUP - g

COLOMBIA GREECE IVORY COAST JAPAN

GRAMANY PORTUGAL GHANA UNITED STATES

URUGUAY COSTA RICA ENGLAND ITALY

BELGIUM ALGERIA RUSSIA SOUTH KOREA

GROUP - D

GROUP - h

THE WORLD CUP WILL BE SHOWN AT THE VENUES: 50TH STREET BAR 9-13, 50th Street | 01 397 060 ESCAPE GASTRO BAR 31D Kan Yeiktha St (Corner of Kaba Aye Pagoday Rd) | 01 660 737 MOJO BAR 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp | 01 511 418 SPACE BAR 126, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd | 01-430344 THE LAB Wine Bar Tapas Bar & Restaurant 70A Shwegondaing Rd, Bahan Tsp | 09 250018200, 09 250537979 UNION BAR 42 Strand Road, Botahtaung Tsp | 09 42010 1854 GALLERY BAR @ SULE SHANGRI-LA 223, Sule Pagoda Rd | 01 242 828 LOBBY TERRACE @ KANDAWGYI PALACE HOTEL Kan Yeik Tha Road | 01 249 255

Belmond Governor’s Residence Mindon Lounge Caipirinhas Special $5 ++ 35 Taw Win St, Bahan Tsp | 01 229 860 Local places Sakura | beer station G Flr, Tamwe Plaza, Thamain Bayan Rd., Tarmwe | 0973054949, 09421049437 See Sein Shin | tea shop Address: 98, Lay Daunt Kan Rd., Near B.O.C Bus Stop, Thingangyun | 095501314, 09450038021 Shwe Kaung Kywe | tea shop 201, Kyaikkasan Rd., Tarmway Gyee (Ka/ Ga-Nge) Ward | Tarmwe Kyan Tine Aung | tea shop Corner of Thiri St, & Baho St. New Burger Bldg S/27, U Chit Maung Housing, U Chit Maung Rd., Tarmway Gyee (Kha) Ward | Tarmwe

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in conversation with FRANK NITT, HIP HOP ARTISTE

TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOU

I am a recording artist/ producer/ DJ/ author from Detroit, Michigan. I put out my first release in 1999 with my group Frank N Dank with famed producer from Detroit J Dilla, also known as Jay Dee. He made music with Slum Village, A Tribe Called Quest, Janet Jackson, Busta Rhymes, Eryka Badu, De La Soul and many others. He passed away in 2006 of lupus. I’ve done solo recordings as well, featuring the talents of artistes such as DJ Quik, Kurupt, Rapper Pooh (of Little Brother) Slum Village and Busta Rhymes. I’ve also worked with notable producers such as Madlib, Black Milk, and Terrace Martin. Currently, I am in a group with the younger brother of J Dilla (Illa J) called the Yancey Boys, our current LP “Sunset Blvd” is in stores now and features production by J Dilla and appearances by Common, Talib Kweli, Eric Roberson, Posdnous (of De La Soul) and many others.

WHAT BRINGS YOU TO YANGON

I’ve come to share my experiences with the lovely people of Yangon thru’ music! And of course connect with the people and allow them to show me their experiences as it relates to my music and the culture of Hip Hop; make people dance and be free as I play great Hip Hop music with other great artistes

HIP HOP TO ME IS………….

Universal

IF YOU WEREN’T A HIP HOP ARTISTE, WHAT WOULD YOU BE I have no idea..lol. This is my passion

YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO CHILL

I travel so much and have been to so many cool places that now I like to be in the house, in my house. I can work, play, sleep - whatever I want.

That in itself is very relaxing for me

WHAT HAVE YOU GOT FOR US IN YANGON

Great Hip Hop music from the past, the present and even maybe a few things you haven’t heard. It will be good vibes and good music all night!

IF YOU CAN PERFORM WITH ANYONE, DEAD OR ALIVE, WHO WOULD IT BE

J Dilla. It would be an opportunity to perform once again with my mentor and best friend.

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