If you have nothing but rap, or indie rock, or reggae in your iPod, this event is not for you. However, if you have a little bit of each, you won't find a better live show in Arizona.   Friday October 3rd @The Big Fish Pub in Tempe, AZ Bear the Astronot with the help of his company Optimix Prime Productions presents "The Grab Bag 2".  The first "Grab Bag" event was extremely successful, packing the house with music fans, and gaining praise from local media.  visit the following link to check out what the New Times had to say about it http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/2008-05-15/calendar/eclectic-shock/ . The second Grab Bag will be a much bigger event with a total of 10 bands/performing artists.

"The Grab Bag 2" is packed full of musical goodies for fans of every genre.  With a mixture of sounds including Reggae/Indie Hip Hop/Ska/Folk/Rock/Electro/Dance Rock/Dub/Acoustic & More. Marc Pedraza will open the night with a political and smooth acoustic performance marked with his mix of Folk/Soul/Reggae.  Very fitting since attendees of "The Grab Bag 2" will be able to take advantage of the "Rock Your Vote" booth, which will allow procrastinators to register to vote in the 2008 Presidential Election just a few days before the Arizona State issued deadline. With performances by Bands such as The Skacas, Soulafide, 21 Pump Street (Tucson AZ), and Hip Hop artists, WildLife Refuge (Earsweat Records), O.P.E.X. (A.S.O.M. Records), G-Owens, Passtime (Blind Truth Studio), Orchestra Records, and of course Bear the Astronot & The Cosmonauts this will be an amazing night, highlighting some of the best music the valley has to offer.

Please come out and help support local music of all genres.  Enjoy the great drink specials the Big Fish is offering, register to vote, hang out with the bands, and help keep the Arizona music scene a growing force and culture!

Friday October 3rd @The Big Fish Pub.  This is a 21+ event. Enjoy the beer connoisseurs happy hour with $.50cent PBR from 7-9pm, $3 Jager 9pm-close. Pre-sales are $6 and available from all bands, or by contacting beartheastronot@gmail.com. Tickets can also be purchased online at http://thegrabbag2.eventbrite.com.  Cover will be $8 @The Door.  The Big Fish Pub is located at 1954 E. University Dr. Tempe, AZ  85281. Doors open @7pm and the show starts shortly after, so come early!  Volunteers for the "Rock Your Vote" booth are welcome.  To help us register people to vote at the show contact beartheastronot@gmail.com and leave your information.