Pizzicato Five "The Sound Of Music By Pizzacato Five" (Matador/Atlantic 92622)
		Japan's reigning pop darlings will be holding court every Thursday. In addition to their trademark blend of American pop/lounge kitsch and Japanese pop sensibilities, experience an outrageous fashion show and multi-media happening courtesy of the P5!!!
	Four Rooms soundtrack (Elektra 61861)
		Combustible Edison (with a special appearance by none other than Esquivel) present their soundtrack to "Four Rooms". From time to time, Henri's close friend Quentin Tarantino may stop by to discuss his segment of the film. Grab that beret, pick up some Gauloises, and head on over to Cafe Bamboo.
	Joey Altruda "Cocktails With Joey" (Will Records 39)
		Proving this as no simple fad, Vik finds the best of the new school of lounge and brings them to you. Joey has been making waves at Exoticon '95 and around the world!!! Experience the swinging Mr Altruda and learn the meaning of swank.
	Chemical Brothers "Exit Planet Dust" (Astralwerks 6157)
		The Chemical Brothers (aka The Dust Brothers) have long been known as producers and remixers. "Exit Planet Dust" gathers some of their best tracks as the Dust Brothers and a few new tracks in a techno meets hip hip and rock sure to keep even the most traditional lounger dancing.
	Ben Folds Five "Ben Folds Five" (Passenger 9501)
		You say good pop music just does not exist anymore? Fridays' at Vik's will prove you wrong. Hailing from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the Ben Folds Five are actually a trio of piano, bass and drums. Their sound mixes equal parts Joe Jackson, Jellyfish, Todd Rundgren, early Elton John, and Squeeze into an even dozen glimmering pop tunes
	Husikesque "Green Blue Fire" (Astralwerks 6149)
		Lida Husik once again teams up with Beaumont Hannant to deliver 10 exquisite future lounge selections. Dreamy vocals ride a bubbling musical bed both danceable and relaxing. Sip your cocktail and when finished groove a little to the sounds of Husikesque.
	Ken Nordine "Colors" (Asphodel 0954)
		Currently, one of the great's (if not THE great) of jazz poetry, Ken Nordine, will stop by to tell you hipsters about "Colors". A long missed album, now re-issued thanks to Asphodel. Rumor has it Ken may have a new one soon...maybe Henri can tell you. So, grab that beret, pick up some Gauloises, and head on over to Cafe Bamboo.