Hawaiian music has evolved like most things on islands do—slowly, and with its own nuances. Bringing a new breed of rock and roll/punk/rockabilly to the mainland are The Hell Caminos, Hawaii’s first band to capture these genres and bring them together. The Hell Caminos will be at Sundance's Place (116 N Montezuma St, Prescott) on May 17th, touring in support of their new CD, Lust.

The Hell Caminos wanted a CD that could accurately represent their diverse sound, and after a first release (Through the Day, and Through the Night, self-released, 2005), two mainland tours, four years and a lot of hard work, they created their second release, Lust, a product of which they are very proud. The title track sounds like Boston punk in the vein of Dropkick Murphys. “18” has more of an early ‘80s sound with simple guitar, and vocals rivaling an X-rated Cars song. If June Carter and Johnny Cash had more of a psychobilly sound, they would have created the 12th song on Lust, “Brackish Line,” instead of “Jackson.”

Although the CD is excellent, the band’s live show is what really does these songs justice. Michael Camino (doghouse bass, vocals), Nick Danger (lead guitar, vocals), Jesse Atomic (rhythm guitar, vocals) and Handsome Jack (drums) get up on stage and come alive—singing, shouting, running, bouncing, twirling their instruments, standing on their instruments and standing on each other at times—it’s a very lively performance for the fans each and every night.

It’s important to The Hell Caminos that the fans are happy, all the fans. Michael promotes all-ages shows in Hawaii, remembering the times when he had to sneak into shows because there wasn’t a scene for the underage crowd. The days of the close knit punk scene are not forgotten to The Hell Caminos. Unity is still important. As is fun… and rocking shows, and playing good music. They’ve won two HUMAs (Hawaiian Underground Music Awards) to prove it—Best  Stage Show and People’s Choice. Take that Don Ho!

To listen to some tunes, get a peek at the show or for more information on the tour, go to www.MySpace.com/thehellcamios.

Pinon Pines Sunday Road One South-Rare Blues-Well Done-3-7

Lyzzards Fri/Sat 75Summers.. Interesting Rock- 9:30

Bird Cage Fri/Sat Myron Barnett new 2 the Cage- rock-9:30

Jersey Lilly's Fri  Little Larry& The Drive - R&B and Motown 8-12
 Sat Neon Angel Rick on the Stick-Chris on Drums & a female singer 8:00

Hooligans Fri/Sat KARMA  Classic Rock 8:30

Coyote Joe’s SAT Don Cheek& the Cheektones-good listening & dancing 6:30-10

A birthday is always a special thing for us at The Raven Café, but the birthday of the business itself is by far and away the most special.  Tuesday marks our second official year of being in business, and we couldn't be where we are if it weren't for you.  So, we are inviting everyone down forour birthday celebration. That's right, believe it or not, the Raven Café is two years old, and we've got a full week of events planned.

Monday:  Pizza, Pitcher and a Picture night celebrates the beginning of Bike Month with a Bike In Movie.  Over the course of the month we will beshowing BMX Bandits, American Flyers, Quicksilver, Breaking Away, and finishing the month out with Pee Wee's Big Adventure.  We are big supporters of alternative transportation and hopeyou will come out to support bicycling in Prescott and see a great film while you are at it.  8pm

Tuesday:  It's our birthday party.  Ben and Miguel are planning a special menu that will include some of their favorites they have made over the past year and a few new things as well.  We will be running celebratory specials on Beer and Wine, and Debbie made us a birthday cake, whichI'm not allowed to see until Tuesday, but then again, I have a problem with eating most of her desserts before they ever make it to the menu board, so it's probably for the best.  I hearthere is a lot of Chocolate involved.  DJ Brian Angelo Scavone will be spinning from 4 til 8 and then The Moving Edge Ensemble will take the stage for an evening of great dance music.  We can't wait to see you there.  All Day Long.

Wednesday:  From Sedona Kim DeLacy will be returning to our stage.  She sent a bio over, so I'll save you my interpretation and just paste in her thoughts.  Kim experiments with many different styles, leaning towards folk rock, that are seamlessly blended to create a unique sound experience.  Influenced by Ani DiFranco and many others.   8pm

Thursday:  From Portland, Oregon Norfolk andWestern with John Weinland.  Years ago I was turned on to Norfolk and Western as an accidental discovery.  I've been working to get them here since I started doing booking and we are super excited to be hosting this show.  Between tours as N and W each of the players actively tours as backing band members for M. Ward, Bright Eyes and The Decemberists.  When able, they come together to create some of the most beautiful roots based Americana rock to come out of the Northwest.  John Weinland is reminiscent of the Red House Painters mixed with the quieter side of Neil Young.  Together these two bands will put on an amazing show.  Not to be missed.  8pm

Friday:  A few months ago I was in Tucson and heard an amazing band playing at a street festival.  Proudly, we were able to work out a show to host them at The Raven.  Tom Walbank and The Ambassadors are the best blues band I've yet to come across in Arizona, but blues doesn't rightly explain their sound.  They are a little Howe Gelb meets Django Reinhardt meets Son House with a whole lot of sound that could only come from the low desert.  This show will be absolutely awesome.  8pm

Saturday:  Jackson-Jones Jazz Trio returns for anevening of the best local jazz in town.  Who will be their special guests this time? Who knows, but they arealways amazing.  8pm

Sunday:  After a long week like that you'll beneeding to have a leisurely brunch.  Jon Best will be on the Old Upright. 

Your Album Of The Week:  Ever wonder what it sounded like to be psychedelic in West Africa in the 1960's and1970's Look no further World Psychedelic Classics 3:  Love's a Real Thing  The Funky Fuzzy Sounds of West Africa.  If your body doesn't move to this there is just something wrong with the moving parts of your body.

Until Again

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