Doors 8pm | Show 9pm
Mickey Avalon’s life story plays out like an episode of VH1′s ‘Behind The Music,” marred by personal tragedy, triumphs and immense pain. Raised by his heroin-addicted father, he began selling pot at a young age, a trade he acquired from his mother. In an attempt to clean up his act, Mickey converted to Orthodox Judaism in his late teens, an effort that didn’t last due to constant family tragedy, such as his father’s death in a tragic drunk driving accident. He also lost his sister at a young age to a heroin overdose.
Avalon decided to clean up and headed to LA where he became friends with Dirt Nasty, who encouraged him to pursue a career in hip-hop. The two collaborated on a few tracks and Dirt Nasty spread Avalon’s mixtape around the LA nightclub scene. Avalon’s popularity grew as clubs wanted to host his legendary live show. In 2005, Interscope Records took notice and signed Avalon. Avalon released a self-titled album that honed in on his experiences on the streets, including drug use and prostitution, drawing in audiences with his raw honesty. Avalon has toured and performed sold-out shows with Red Hot Chili Peppers, Travis Barker and DJ AM, Snoop Dogg, Stephen Marley and Slightly Stoopid.
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Mickey’s contagious demeanor and unique writing style have made him a hot commodity in the music industry. He shows diversity as he slips from electro-synth to classic hip hop beats. His sophomore album Loaded, which drops on April 24th, celebrates the hedonistic glory of rock ‘n roll, appealing to our ids that tell us to indulge, indulge, indulge. Head out to this show and let loose. We won’t tell your bosses what you did if you promise not to tell ours.