8Past Upcoming Shows around SF

8PAST is a band that goes all in for the music they love. From classically trained to self-taught, the musical backgrounds of this quintet are as distinct as their individual personalities. Though the heart of their music is rooted in pop-punk, they draw from an eclectic mix of styles and influences to make each song unique. The catchy riffs and sing-along melodies in every song are fused with lyrics that range from the light-hearted to the thought-provoking, reflecting on relationships, faith, hope, self-confidence, and zany online cartoon characters. On stage, they are known for their intense and intimate performances, thoroughly engaging audiences wherever they go. In the studio, they strive to capture the passion of their music for their upcoming debut album, "No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regret". Bass Player Stanley is Taiwanese American. Their music can also be found on the soundtrack for the recent Asian American film, Leave It To Chance! The director of this film, Bernard Badion, also directed 8Past's recent music video. Click here to view it on YouTube! Or check out their Myspace page by clicking here! Upcoming Shows: 8.30.06 San Francisco, CA - The Ant Show @ Knockout SF 9.08.06 Berkeley, CA - Blakes on Telegraph 9.16.06 San Francisco, CA - TABU Lounge (The Glas Kat) 10.20.06 San Francisco, CA - 330 Ritch

TAP Annual Banquet & Casino Night

Join TAP for the Annual Banquet and Casino Night extravaganza as they spare no expense in celebrating TAP's 2005-06 term and accomplishments. Entertainment will include 15 Casino Night tables and a silent auction. Join us for a night of celebration and fun with new and old friends! Featured honorees include: John Chiang - the highest-ranking Asian American elected official in California. Serves as the Chair of the Board of Equalization representing 73 cities and over 8.5 million residents in Los Angeles County. Michelle Krusiec - graced files such as Sweet Home Alabama, Cursed, Duplex, Nixon... but her uncanny performance in Saving Face garnered her a Best Actress nomination for the Golden Horse award, Asia's equivalent of the American Academy Award. Date: August 19, 6:00PM Location: Gateway Sharaton LAX 610 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA Attire: Semi-Formal Tickets: $40 Pre-Sale (before August 8th) $45 Regular Click here to RSVP Click here to email Vicky or any TAP officer with questions.

Exit Clov features Taiwanese American twin singers

Out of the madness of DC comes trademark beat-driven Exit Clov tunes of revolution, ennui and societal idiocy -- smart music for kids of the next century. Glossing sweet indie pop vocals over vitriolic bass, drum and guitar grooves, the combo introduces an exclusive sound that keeps an edge on dark pop, groove and surf rock. But despite the schizophrenia, you won't find Exit Clov straying far from the hot and catchy, delivering antidotes for a generation of music fans who seek songs clever enough to outlast the times. They're talented. They're cute. They get great reviews for their music. Check out their sound on Myspace. Check out their website here. Upcoming Shows: Thursday, August 17 Bottom of the Hill, 1233 17th St. (17th @ Missouri), San Francisco w/ Horse of Course, Don Cadora Friday, August 18 Google Private Party, Mt. View, CA Saturday, August 19 On the Rox, 9009 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles Monday, August 21 Little Pedro's, 901 East 1st Street, Los Angeles

Book Talk with Justina Chen Headley & Alvina Ling

TACL-LA and the Pacific Times are presenting a Book talk on August 5th at 2:00 PM at the Taiwan Center, located at 3001 Walnut Grove Ave., Rosemead, CA. Join us for a discussion and book signing with Justina Chen Headley and Alvina Ling, Taiwanese American author and book editor, respectively. Ms. Chen Headley's book, Nothing but the Truth, depicts the experiences of a 2nd generation Taiwanese American adolescent girl with witty narration; it has been received with great critical acclaim. Alvina Ling is Ms. Chen Headley's editor at Little, Brown and Company. They will talk about their experiences in writing, publishing, and the responsibilities of representation in these fields as Taiwanese Americans and Asian Americans. Admission is free, and refreshments will be provided. Click here to RSVP by July 29th. For more information, please call Pacific Times at (626) 573-4831.