So after the lack of set #1 contender after Super Art Fight 11, and the rather…unique way that Brandon J. Carr received his shot at the Super Art Fight Championship, the SAF Championship Committee wanted to make sure of two things…
Coming out of Super Art Fight 12, there MUST be a #1 Contender to the Super Art Fight Championship.
This Contender MUST be found after a hard fought battle!
And so they worked tirelessly, day and night, striving to find the perfect way to find the proper contender. As the evening reached the dawn, an idea struck them. Super Art Fight 11 was to feature the first ever Super Art Fight three way dance, at that time, to determine the winner of the Super Art Fight IDOL tournament. Alas, things changed, and the Ottobar audience was unable to receive such a sight.
But a three person battle – that is a HELL of a way to determine a number one contender! All that was left were the challengers, and quickly they were decided.
Jamie “Angry Zen Master” Noguchi: Member of TEAM IMPACT!, co-creator of Super Art Fight, and the first ever Super Art Fight Champion, Jamie has been building a run of key singles victories on the road. Having been out of the championship mix for some time, it’s time to put him in the mix back at the top, to see how he would do against a new generation of main eventers.
Chelsea “Gross Misconduct” Gross: Having taken a slight hiatus from the Super Art Fight world since Super Art Fight X, this Charm City Roller Girl still holds one of the most impressive singles records in the entire roster, and deserves to be in the mix for title contention.
Jamie “Brawlin’” Baldwin: The first ever female Super Art Fight champion, and a lady who’s reign lasted an impressive year, she has remained a thorn in Michael Bracco’s side, and perhaps it’s time for their third round.
So…at Super Art Fight 12, coming at you live from Baltimore, Maryland‘s historic Ottobar on Saturday Night, November 19th, we are proud to announce the FIRST EVER Three-Way #1 Contenders Bout…
Jamie “Angry Zen Master” Noguchi versus Chelsea “Gross Misconduct” Grose versus
Jamie “Brawlin’” Baldwin
This bout caps off an absolutely stacked card, set to end 2011 with a bang and set the stage for a completely unpredictable 2012. We at Super Art Fight cannot wait for the 19th, and we hope you once again do us the pleasure of joining us live. Tickets are on sale NOW at MissionTix.com. Every single Ottobar show this year has come dangerously close to capacity, so we suggest you get your tickets in advance.
With Super Art Fight 12 in our crosshairs, and our roster getting rarin’ and ready for the final Super Art Fight event of 2011, it’s time for your final opportunity to feed the crazy topic generator known simply across the globe as…
THE WHEEL OF DEATH
Yes, SAF fans, it’s once again that time to put your thinking caps on and guide the destiny of our trained roster of superb artists. Leave your topics in the comments below, and they will be complied and thrown together to make the official list for showtime on November 19th at The Ottobar in Baltimore, Maryland.
As always, brevity is key.
A good Wheel of Death topic? Velocirappers.
A bad Wheel of Death topic? George W Bush on Fire While Riding a Unicorn Who Is Also A Robot And They’re At the Supermarket And It’s Awesome.
Aside from that, the sky is the limit and the decision is yours.
This Wheel of Death Suggestion post is open for your usage until 11:59pm on Monday, November 14th, 2011, so suggest early and suggestion often – and of course, be sure to join us live at the Ottobar for Super Art Fight 12. Tickets are on sale NOW at MissionTix.com. Get them now, you won’t want to be left out in the cold!
Coming out of the insanity that was Super Art Fight 11, you may have noticed that there was no crowning of a proper number one contender for the Super Art Fight Championship, currently held by Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco.
In turn, the Super Art Fight Championship Committee started looking at the entire Super Art Fight roster, past and present, striving to find a proper challenger to Michael Bracco. They weighed win/loss records, experience level, and even intangible concepts like levels of fan interest and whether it would be a first time bout.
But in the end, it was a simple letter that won one of our competitors the title shot. A letter hand delivered by courier, with flowers and a box of chocolates, this letter came to the SAF Offices and earned this person the shot at SAF12. We now present this letter in full.
My Dear Art Fight Commissioners -
I’ve thought long and hard about what I’m about to request and feel that I am well within my rights to request it. For too long has the Super Art Fight title been held by the brutish Michael Bracco (that’s unfair, of course…Mr. Bracco is genuinely both intelligent and friendly (also, as a side note, handsome) and I’m wrong to suggest otherwise, so please forgive me) and it is high time another champion rose up and deposed him in his reign (this makes him sound dictatorial, which might be a misstep and I apologize for any confusion or libel).
I would like to humbly suggest myself as an appropriate challenger, please. The evening of Super Art Fight 12 will be just shy of my one year anniversary as a Super Art Fighter and if I may say so without seeming cocky (or any less vulgar-sounding expression of the same sentiment), I have done quite well. Through (polite) combat and wielding panache and expertise (if I may make an approximation like that of myself (which I probably should not, but it cannot be helped in this matter of proving my point (I hope you wont view it as a manipulation of facts (if so, I beg forgiveness)))) I have won victories (likely by very, very, very small (and always surprising) margins) and suffered only a single loss (to a worthy (and also handsome) competitor who completely deserved his win).
Therefore, I come to you on my knees (I am actually writing out this letter while on my knees for the sake of authenticity) to beg (humbly) for a chance to lose to Michael Bracco in the Title Fight at Super Art Fight 12. While it is no doubt he is the superior fighter (and, I would imagine, player of musical instruments) and completely worthy of an enduring record such as his (moreso, even, but we have to account for a margin of error), I should like the opportunity to try and crush him into the stage floor (not likely, of course (nor literally, as Ottobar would be most displeased)) on November 19, 2011.
I hope this message is not seen as impertinent and is taken in the humble, kind and jovial spirit in which it’s intended.
Yours nicely,
Brandon J. Carr
How could anyone say no to that?
So consider it set as our MAIN EVENT OF THE EVENING as Michael Bracco aims to go ONE YEAR as champion, tying his prior reign, and Brandon J. Carr attempts to celebrate ONE YEAR of Art Fighting as the new champion – it will be…
Super Art Fight Championship Bout Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco (Champion)
vs. “The Nicest Man In Art Fight” Brandon J. Carr (Challenger)
Get your tickets TODAY, and come out to the Ottobar in Baltimore, MD on November 19th to see the action as it takes place – Super Art Fight 12, our final show of 2011 – will it be the beginning of a new era?
Hey, do you guys remember just over a year ago, when it was Super Art Fight 8 and we did an awesome show with the absolutely amazing MC Frontalot?
Well, if you can believe it, he was sick as a dog during the show, but it never once came through in his stunning performance.
Then, a little birdy told us that Front was coming back through town, this Sunday, in fact – November 6th at our home, The Ottobar in Baltimore, MD.
So, being as we have a big show there to promote in just a few weeks, we figured – it’s time for a MURAL!
That’s right – this Sunday, MC Frontalot will be performing at the Ottobar, and he’ll be accompanied by a live mural creation by two of Super Art Fight’s best – Jamie “Angry Zen Master” Noguchi and Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco.
If that wasn’t enough, we’ll also be taking topic suggestions for the next iteration of The Wheel of Death! (Don’t worry, the online form for that is coming up soon, too…)
Either way, it’s a heck of a way to wrap up your weekend. See us in Washington, DC this Saturday Night, then see us and a completely healthyMC Frontalot at the Ottobar on Sunday Night. Awesome, yes? BE THERE!
As we did last month for our Frederick, Maryland return, we are once again offering you (our dear fans) printable versions of show flyers to help spread the word of Super Art Fight’s return to your town across your bedroom/office/city/truck/pets.
So, without further adieu, here are the flyers for our Washington, DC return on November 5th and our Baltimore, MD return on November 19th!
Click them for a high-resolution version, all have been sized for an 8.5″x11″ sheet of paper.
We thank you very much in advance for your support, and look forward to seeing you live at BOTH shows.
This past August at Super Art Fight 11, the search for the first ever Super Art Fight Idol came to a close, and the victor was one Darl “Apocalypse” Gnau.
Having beaten 14 other competitors this past May, and defeated one final competitor at SAF11, he has made an impact since first tackling the canvas – and it’s not just in his impressive art fighting skill, either (having defeated SAF Champion Michael Bracco & SAF Co-Founder Nick Borkowicz in a 3-way dance in Frederick, MD last month).
In an increasingly surreal roster made up of unique characters and loud personalities, Darl is calm and reserved. A man of few words, his actions speak much louder – his large frame allowing him to tower over much of the SAF roster, his head to toe tattoos making him stand out as much as some of the elaborate costumes seen on our artists.
Hm. Man of few words. Actions speaking louder. Large frame, allowing him to tower over others…
That sounds a good bit like our own Bryan “Silent But Violent” Prindiville!
Having returned after his heartbreaking SAF title loss at SAFX, Prindiville has stricken an alliance with the crazy men in Team Impact, but he still longs for solo stardom. He’s been to the summit of the mountain – but this time, he wants to reach the top and conquer it.
So, with two strong personalities who strike fear into the rest of the competition from sheer strength and ability, we just HAD to throw them at each other.
At Super Art Fight 12, Saturday Night, November 19th in Baltimore, Maryland, live at The Ottobar, we’re proud to announce a battle of the hosses! It will be…
Darl “Apocalypse” Gnau versus Bryan “Silent But Violent” Prindiville
This is a FIRST TIME Super Art Fight battle that is sure to blow you away. A mysterious rookie looking to make his way to the top, a strong veteran looking to restart his run to the same – this is going to be a hell of a battle.
Be sure to join us LIVE and IN PERSON – tickets are on sale NOW at MissionTix.com for just $15!
When we last heard from Super Art Fight Idol Finalist Henry Alexander, he was fresh off of his loss to Darl Gnau. The “Business Ninja” has remained silent since his defeat this past August, but he reappeared this evening with a very important video message.
Here it is, for you fans who may not have seen it on our Twitter.
As much as one may want to refute his statements in the video, the newly renamed “The Business” did speak truth – he has obtained a Super Art Fight Tag Title Shot.
On November 19th at the Ottobar in Baltimore, Maryland at Super Art Fight 12, the match is signed and will happen…
Super Art Fight Tag Team Title Bout “The Business” Henry Alexander & “Charm City Shinobi” Dann Malihom versus “Ghostfreehood” Nick Borkowicz & Kelsey “Killer” Wailes (Champions)
This is going to be a heck of a bout, and it looks like the stakes are getting personal. Join us on November 19th to see how it all goes down!
Something we’ve really gotten into lately is making some very rad keepsake posters and t-shirts for you fine fans who come to our shows.
As we have two very big events in Washington DC and Baltimore, MD coming up (on November 5th and 19th, respectively), we thought we’d take the time to share these posters, and give you a glimpse at the new shirt that will be at our merch table.
The first poster is for our November 5th return to the Red Palace in Washington, DC. The poster features art from our own Nick “Ghostfreehood” Borkowicz, with typesetting by our SAF co-host Ross Nover!
The other poster is for the BIG mamajamma, Super Art Fight 12, coming up on November 19th at The Ottobar in Baltimore, MD - typesetting is again from Ross, but the art credit here goes to Super Art Fight Champion, Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco.
We’ll be providing you more details on Super Art Fight 12 this week, but that poster should start to give you an idea of the show (including naming both of our musical guests, who we’ll be posting more about soon).
Limited edition high quality prints of these posters will be available at our merch stands (which you can get signed by the Super Art Fight roster), but for those who instead like to wear their Super Art Fight love, we have a BRAND NEW T-SHIRT!
Designed (and modeled) by Michael Bracco, this shirt is based on the Western/Quick Draw theme seen on the Super Art Fight 12 poster, and is sure to show the world that you saw something awesome. Again, this shirt will be available at our merch booth at all forthcoming shows, so you’ll want to pick one up!
Believe it or not, Super Art Fight fans, but a college is letting us do a show.
We are proud to announce that this Friday night, we will be making our UMBC debut with a unique card pitting SAF talent against some of UMBC’s finest artistic talent to see who truly has the skills!
At noon tomorrow, a group of specially selected UMBC artists will battle to see who has the skills (and the guts) to be true art fighters in an event judged by SAF talent. Then, tomorrow night at 7pm in the Sports Zone, we at Super Art Fight will present a full card, featuring not only Super Art Fight talent, but specifically selected UMBC students from the noon time card.
So, UMBC, come out and cheer on your fellow classmates and enjoy a unique Super Art Fight card you won’t see anywhere else – the price is hard to beat: free!
Appearing from the Super Art Fight Roster are as follows:
Super Art Fight Champion Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco
Super Art Fight Tag Champions Nick “Ghostfreehood” Borkowicz & Kelsey “Killer” Wailes
Jamie “Angry Zen Master” Noguchi
“Charm City Shinobi” Dann Malihom
And the show will be hosted, as always, by our team of Marty Day and Ross Nover.
It’s sure to be a unique and fun night at UMBC, and we can’t wait to see you – join us tomorrow night!
On Saturday Night, November 5th, 2011, we at Super Art Fight are proud to be making our return to the Nation’s Capital, Washington DC at one of our homes away from home, the wonderful Red Palace.
We’ve already announced our musical guest for the evening, the video game rockers in Rare Candy, now we’re ready to announce our three bout card, sending our roster of talented artists onto the road to Super Art Fight 12!
The Red Palace has held two of our most outrageous shows to date, so we knew we had to deliver with this card, and deliver we have, with three super solid bouts featuring some of our best talents to tackle the canvas.
Coming up on November 5th, you will see these three bouts!
“The Nicest Man in Art Fight” Brandon J. Carr versus Darl “Apocalypse” Gnau
2011 has been a heck of a year for new talent in Super Art Fight. Brandon J. Carr, while a 2010 debut, has truly made a name for himself, defeating many of SAF’s top talents and carving his niche as a unique star in the mix of the Super Art Fight roster while ascending to the top row of championship contenders. Opposing Carr on November 5th is Darl Gnau. Having risen above 15 other competitors through the Super ARt Fight Idol tournament, he has made a big splash since becoming a full time member of the SAF roster back at Super Art Fight 11, and even defeated SAF Champion Michael Bracco and SAF co-founder Nick Borkowicz earlier this month. This bout is all about two hungry fighters striving to make their name in Super Art Fight and is sure to be one of the most hard fought all night long. Strap in – this is gonna be a good one!
Jamie “Brawlin” Baldwin versus Chris “Impact” Impink
Chris Impink and Jamie Baldwin have each been a part of Super Art Fight since it’s inception. Both have seen the growth of the company alongside their growth as SAF veterans and legends in the making. But over 2011, each has battled to keep their spot amongst growing adversity. Impink has found success reinventing himself as the battling robot “MECHA IMPINK”, but for Jamie Baldwin, she’s been trying to fight her way out of a tough spot. Since dropping the SAF title at the beginning of the year to Michael Bracco, she’s tried her hand at the tag world, fought in singles, but nothing has yet to stick. With just two events remaining in the Super Art Fight calendar year, it’s time for these fighters to gain momentum heading into 2012 – but who will make the true IMPACT?
Super Art Fight Champion Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco versus Jamie “Angry Zen Master” Noguchi in a non-title bout
This is a true battle of Super Art Fight titans. On one side, Michael “Spaghetti Kiss” Bracco, the current and only two-time Super Art Fight Champion, the main who has become the face of Super Art Fight. On the other, the crazy and unpredictable Angry Zen Master, Jamie Noguchi, the first ever Super Art Fight Champion and co-creator of this sport we call our own. The last time these gentlemen battled was before a sold-out Frederick, Maryland audience and the bout came down to the wire. This time, they’re in DC and ANYTHING can and will happen. Be at the Red Palace to see whose hand is raised in victory.
Tickets will be on sale soon for our DC return, at just $15. Be sure to get your tickets early, as The Red Palace fills up quickly. We can’t wait to see you there!
