Dennis Hatch Continues to Own the Joss Tour Northeast Tour, as he captures the Ocean State 9-Ball Championships
November 29, 2008
NYC Grind's Geoff Conway with Dennis Hatch
Written By NYC Grind Contributor, Geoff Conway
The Joss Tour’s 20th Annual Ocean State 9-Ball Championships, got under way at Snookers Billiards in downtown Providence, RI, on Saturday, November 24th, and did not finish until the early hours of Monday morning.
Once again, this two day event attracted a full field with 80 players turning up to make a grab for the huge prize fund.
The following notable players trying to knock Dennis “The Hatchetman” Hatch from his perch, including George “Ginky” San Souci, Tony “The Silent Assassin” Robles, Shaun Wilkie, 2007 Ocean State Champion Jeremy Sossei, Mike Dechaine, Joe Tucker, and Joey Korsiak.
Dennis, who is on a tear on the Joss Tour again this year, has won three of the last four Joss events leading up to this championship in Rhode Island.
Tonight - Revive Da Live invites you to Celebrate Thanksgiving Weekend with Rob Swift and Igmar Thomas & The Cypher!
November 29, 2008
Tonight SATURDAY NOVEMBER 29TH come out to celebrate Thanksgiving Weekend with Rob Swift and Igmar Thomas & The Cypher!
The last show that Revive Da Live put together was truly groundbreaking. Click Here to check out pics and video!
Live at THE ROSE (Williamsburg BK)
btw Marcy & Bedford
Take J to Marcy or L to Bedford
RSVP NOW FOR $5 COVER
10pm Doors - 21+
Be sure to read the story for the details.
“The Ice Man” Mika Immonen breaks through to capture the Japan Open - Xiao Ting Pan wins Womens division.
November 29, 2008
Mika Immonen has a lot to be Thankful for, during this Holiday Season. Mika has finally broke through at the Japan Open, snapped off the US Open 9 Ball Championships… along with an IPT Pro am victory and a recent second at the Asian 10 Ball Championships.
Mika’s breakout hot stick, will surely inspire interest in the recent launch of a breakthrough instructional DVD called Mastering Pool (www.mastering-pool.com), which is unlike any other instructional DVD on the market today.
Along with MIka Immonen, Xiao Ting Pan, continues to show the World that she is a dominant force on the Women’s Professional pool scene.
Read the story for the breakdown from Dragon Promotions.
Rooftop Films Pushes Underground and Independent Film to new Heights!
November 24, 2008
Rooftop Films, started out atop a tenement apartment building on 14th Street in Manhattan.
In June 2009 Rooftop Films will celebrating their 13th year of bringing the best underground films in the world outdoors and to the rooftops of New York.
Through a forward thinking paradigm of getting people interested over independent screenings and short films, Rooftop raises the bar.
Rooftop Films has emerged as an organizing force that mashes up unique and entertaining shows. Rooftop has stood out for inviting musicians to perform before shows, as well as other creative fusions.
Currently on their main website (rooftopfilms.com), they have one of the funniest animation shorts that I have ever seen called CRAZY EYES DOLPHIN VS. THE MAD COWS. The film is a sobering animated expose about how Mad Cow Disease is now Killing Dolphis. Via Karate.
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On the final day of Action at the All Japan Championships, Mika Immonen is Undefeated in Quarterfinals!
November 23, 2008
The All Japan Championships is winding down and “The Ice Man” Mika Immonen is proving to ice in his veins.
As Mika Immonen continues to make a statement on both a regional and International level… pool fans everywhere have to take notice.
It is impressive from a pool player and fans perspective to watch a player who is a true athlete, making such a positive impact. Not only is Mika Immonen a great player, but he is also an outstanding pool coach and leader.
As pool’s interest in Asia is incredibly high… Mika’s dominant play will surely stir up a positive buzz for the sport/game. Mika is an international player from Finland, originally but has a huge fan base in NY and the North East.
So maybe Mika isn’t as a dominant force as a Tiger Woods, or Michael Jordan in his prime… but in the here and now, Mika Immonen is tearing up the pool scene.
Read the update below from Dragon Promotions.
Mika Immonen, Yu Ram Cha, Charlie Williams looking strong at the Japan Open! (Japans Biggest Pro Pool Tournament)
November 23, 2008
Mika Immonen, Yu Ram Cha and Charlie Williams looking strong out of the gate. Rodney “The Rocket” Morris stumbles first round, then bounces back strong on the one loss side. Both Francisco Bustamante and Ronnie Alcano uncharacteristically lost their first round.
After winning her first two matches Yu Ram Cha, will have a very tough battle. On her quest to be the first Korean player to win the Japan Open Yu Ram Cha will have to go through China’s former World Champ Xiao Ting Pan.
Read the story to read the breakdown from Dragon Promotions.
Current US Open Champion Mika Immonen and Yu Ram Cha are Looking to Make a Statement at the Japan Open.
November 23, 2008
“The Ice Man” Mika Immonen has been on fire of late, winning the 2007 US Open 9 Ball Championship, the IPT Pro Am as well as following up with second place at the Asian 10 Ball Championships.
Mika has been unsuccessful with a 0-4 record in the finals of the Japan Open. Just as he was able to break through losing in the finals of the US Open and coming in 3rd… Mika will look to break through in Japan.
This event is huge for Mika, as he looks to continue his momentum and stellar play.
Emerging superstar Yu Ram Cha, who recently was named the Most Improved player by the WPBA, will be looking to break through in Japan.
Yu Ram Cha is the real deal, and noticeably stepped up her game in this past year. She will be looking to make a statement at the Japan Open, which she has not faired well in the past.
Read the story from a press release from Dragon Promotions, for further detail.
Two of NYC’s Most Influential Artists Awaken Dumbo’s Senses.
November 22, 2008
November 6th, at the hot spot multimedia art caberet and performance venue, Le Poisson Rouge, Revive Da Live presented the debut of the Flagship Series sparked new audiences to the progression of jazz and hip-hop.
The show brought together some of the best in authentic hip-hop and also featured some heavy-hitting breakthrough jazz talent who are still under the radar to much of the mainstream.
In addition to the musical artists who were showcased, the work of another emerging (visual) artist by the name of Vanessa Chakour was featured at this performance.
Behind the performers hung an amazing Vanessa Chakour piece called “Happier Than the Morning Sun.” The painting was a big hit with the crowd and complimented the overarching theme of change and progression.
Vanessa is showcasing her work along with another modern conceptional artist by the name of Robin Kahn. Robin’s work makes a statement through her unconventional style and perspective.
Currently Vanessa has several pieces up at the Ambrosia Art Gallery which is in New Rochelle. This past Friday, Ambrosia added a few new pieces, which will be up until December 1st.
In Dumbo Brookly, from December 4-7th… Vanessa will be teaming up with Robin Kahn to showcase recent and past work.
Please read the story for the details as well as pics.
Revive Da Live Forwards the Progression of Hip Hop and Jazz Music at the Debut Flagship Series Show!
November 21, 2008
Revive Da Live Sparks the Progression of Hip-Hop and Jazz Music At The Debut of the “Flagship Series”
On November 6, Revive Da Live, one of NY’s hottest “mash-up” underground music promotion movements, debuted their “Flagship Series” and introduced new music at the Village hot spot, Le Poisson Rouge. The “Flagship Series” is Revive Da Live’s focus for introducing new, genre-bending live music to the jazz, hip-hop, and underground music communities.
Coming into the show at Le Poisson Rouge, the goal of the Revive Da Live team was to enrich the soul of hip-hop and redefine jazz as a genre that should be relevant to the hip-hop and youth generation at the same time. Meghan Stabile, the founder of Revive Da Live, brought together a collaboration of legendary hip-hop artists to meet some of the most engaging emerging underground jazz artists.
This breakthrough event was hosted by Peter Rosenberg of Hot 97 from Hot 97.
Please be sure to read the story for a holistic perspective on this groundbreaking show, as well as photos by NYC Grind’s Alison Fischer. (Complete photo gallery coming soon…)
Monica Webb Wins the WPBA Championships for Her First WPBA Title!
November 18, 2008
Monica Webb
The last tournament of the year for the WPBA called the WPBA Championships ended Sunday. Along with the women’s professional pool tournament, there was the WPBA’s annual Awards Banquet that took place at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, in Hollywood FL.
Please read the story for the breakdown of the two semi final matches (Monica Webb vs. Vivian Villareal + Kelly Fisher vs. Sarah Rousey) as well as the details of the final match between #1 ranked Kelly Fisher and Monica Webb.
In this post, we also break down some of the highlights from the Awards dinner as well as give you an entire overview of the action.
