Big Sean at Echostage – Sat 11.03.12
The Big Sean @ Echostage event has been postponed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Who:
Big Sean
(uknowbigsean.com)
Supporting acts TBA
Where:
Echostage
2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE
Washington, DC 20018
When:
Saturday November 3
Doors at 7PM
Extra Info:
- 18+ Event
- Casual, Relaxed Dress Code
- Get Tickets to Big Sean at Echostage here
($30 GA, $100 VIP) - For tables call 202.503.2330
Big Sean blew up after debuting the massive ‘Finally Famous’ album in the Summer of 2011.
Affiliations with Kanye West’s GOOD Music and collabos with The Neptunes, John Legend and Jay-Z have given the 5’8″ star all the cred he needs.
He was on the hottest track of Spring/Summer 2012 with Kanye West, 2 Chainz and Pusha T. The man’s got a new album in the works and arrives in Washington DC on 11/3 to give us a preview at Echostage.
DC Fetish Ball at Ultrabar [10.07.12]
Richard A.D. & The Metro Underground Present
The 2012 Edition of the DC Fetish Ball
Sunday October 7, 2012
DC’s Most Scandulous Affair Offering 3 Levels of Exotic Possibility
DC Fetish Ball brings together some of the scene’s best DJ’s, models, fashion, and nationally recognized talent, the evening brings a level of twisted delight worthy of the nation’s capitol. Brought to you by The Metro Underground at hosted by Ultrabar.
When:
Sunday, 10.07.12 Doors open at 9PM
Admission:
Presale tickets are $20 and $25 at the door. Guests 18 and over are allowed.
Location:
911 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
Ultrabar is located at the corner of 9th and F Streets NW less than 1 block from the Gallery Place Metro.
Overview:
Club Level (Main Ballroom): Featured Entertainment, Top DJ’s, Dancing, & Go Go
- Join us on the Main Stage for the erotic & sensual performances of Intimacy Arts & Roma Mafia.
- Special Fetish Fashion Show by Passional, Renee Masoomian, Bunny Made, & others to be announced.
- Featured DJ’s: Mike Saga (Electronic), Dirty-B (Power-Noise/Industrial), Mindcage (EBM/Electro), & others.
- GoGo’s & Pre-show performances run throughout the night.
Mezzanine (to the back of the club):overlooking the Main Ballroom.
- Mezzanine Lounge w/ Bottle Service overlooking the main club, stage, & dance floor.
Second Level (Lounge): Lifestyle Lounge-Social Play Space & Main Dungeon
- Dungeon hosted by D~X~S Rapture w/ Vac-Bed by SLYX.
- Featuring Mistress Tyler, Lydia, Mei, Brendan Lear & Madam Ember.
- Special presentation of midnight body shots by The Metro Underground.
- Special scene play by some of our area’s most erotic couples.
- Offering social play space & dancing w/ music by featured DJ’s.
Third Level: Circus Maximus – Club atmosphere with toys
- Special Play Space offering Demo’s, Electric Play, Full Body Suspension, Sybian, & more.
- Shibari/Rope by Green Eyed Devil. Violet Wand by Dark Electric.
- DJ’s Cosmo & Vlad will keep the dance floor jamming all night long.
Starchill pres. $keemer – 10.04.12 [Josephine]
Starchill Takes Over DC Lounges on October 4
After throwing some epic bikini blowouts in the VIP level at Ultrabar, Starchill takes their debauchery-hungry crowd to Josephine for an evening of filthy, sexy, makes-you-wanna-take-a-shower-and-wash-off-the-shame-but-then-do-it-again activities.
Music by:
$keemer
For table reservations please call 202.347.8601 or visit www.josephinedc.com
Taste of DC 2012
ATTENTION: DC FOOD FANATICS
This is your chance to taste from over 50 restaurants in 3 days!
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
Taste of DC comes around every year on Columbus Day Weekend. Closing down Pennsylvania Ave from The White House to the Capitol, this event brings in thousands of food and music lovers from the area. From Saturday October 6th til Monday October 8th, restaurants and food trucks will have tastings from $3-$7. Tickets are currently on sale online for $10 plus you can skip the line!
RESTAURANT LINEUP:
Chez Billy | Dickson | Tara Thai | Local 16 | Wicked Waffle | Etete | Trattoria Nicolas | Armand’s Pizza | Café Boneparte | Logan’s Sasuage | Belga Café | Ben’s Chili Bowl | Blackbyrd | Patty Boom Boom’s | Nando’s Peri Peri | Everlasting Life Café | Sushi Rock | Pinkberry | Carolina Kitchen | Petit Plats | Cupcakes Lounge | Station 4 | Rosa Mexicano | Satellite Room | American Ice Co | Cake Love | The Front Page | La Tasca | Thai Taste | McCormick & Schmick’s | Cedar | Mayur Kabab | Napoleon Bistro | Luke’s Lobster | Marvin | Brixton | Ulah Bistro | Old Glory | Pete’s Apizza | Mai Thai | Sprinkles Cupcakes | Bullfeather | Uptown Tap House | Public | Bangkok Garden 9 | Chef Hogate ’85 | Everything Nice | Spicy Delight | Jamaican Gourmet | TT’s Caterers | Regent Thai Cuisine | Shake Shack (Saturday Only) | Kushi (Sunday Only)
FOOD TRUCK LINEUP:
Pepe | Pho Wheels | White Apron Specialty Sandwiches | Chupacabra | Lemongrass | Banh Mi Annie | Surfside | Amorini Panini | Carnivore BBQ | Tapas Truck
For 21+ guests, be sure to check out the Beer Pavillion hosted by Stella Artois!
MUSIC LINEUP:
Rusted Root | Ed Kowalczyk | Styx | Justin Trawick | Big & Rich | Andy Grammer
WORLD CHILI-EATING CHAMPIONSHIP:
Last year’s winner, as well as five time winner of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, Joey Chestnut chowed down two gallons of chili in six minutes! This year is going to be quite a sight if he decides to top last years record!
The professional chili-eating contest is held on the main stage on Sunday and an amateur event will be held on Saturday for eaters from the DC area.
Watch last years contest here!
Follow The Taste of DC on Twitter @thetasteofdc | Check out Taste of DC on Facebook
Oktoberfest Beer Tasting at Barcode
Oktoberfest Beer Tasting at Barcode
When:
10.04.12 (Thursday), 5PM-7PM
What:
Barcode is introducing several Oktoberfest inspired beers, which will be premiered at their Oktoberfest beer tasting.
Where:
Barcode Restaurant, Bar and Lounge
1101 17th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
Extra Info:
Ages: 21+
Dress Code: Classy casual
Amenities:
39 beers (12 on tap)
12 specialty cocktails
Extensive wine & champagne menu
Bottle Service: 202-955-9001
(drink menu)
Kitchen ’til Midnight
(food menu)
Large, heated, outdoor patio
Valet
Some of the beers that they will be highlighting are:
Schlafly Pumpkin
Pumpkin Ale blends the spices of the harvest with full-bodied sweetness for a beer that tastes like pumpkin pie. Pounds of pumpkin form a malty foundation that supports the fall flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.
Schlafly Oktoberfest
A traditional Bavarian Märzen with a toasty malt aroma and slight caramel taste. This rich, amber lager is balanced by the use of German noble hops, while the lager yeast ferments cold and slow, creating a smooth, crisp beer.
Victory Oktoberfest
This one is much more traditional, pouring a rich deep amber/chestnut with a medium white head. Nose is fresh cracked grains, toasted chestnut, light and fresh German hops. Mouth is fresh toasted grains upfront, just a light roasted touch, with fresh pilsner hops and a nice subtle nutty quality. Crisp and tight, good tight body with lush tingling carbonation. Some light barley sweetness and a good dark bread.
Brooklyn Oktoberfest
When Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria wanted to celebrate his wedding engagement in 1810, he did what any good Bavarian prince would – he threw a beer festival. Both the festival and the special beer served there became known as Oktoberfest. Brewed from the finest German malt and hops, Brooklyn Oktoberfest is true to the original style, full bodied and malty, with a bread like aroma and light, brisk hop bitterness.
DC Fashion Week 2012 in Review
High Fashion Hits DC!
A recap of DC’s hottest semi-annual fashion event
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
MONDAY: ECO FASHION SHOW
This show kicked off fashion week with a bang featuring models wearing recycled blue wrap as outfits. It was a loud, exciting atmosphere with observers buzzing about the upcoming week. This event is sold out every year with people who want to see what the new eco designs is.
TUESDAY: AC/DC DESIGNER FASHION SHOW
Held at the Washington Club in Dupont Circle, the AC/DC Fashion Show had an intimate setting in the second floor ballroom. Starting off the show with “Ping Pong” by Bassnectar (listen here: http://soundcloud.com/bassnectar/04-ping-pong), the DJ decided on keeping the tunes interesting, going along with the unique runway outfits by Cojour International and Andrew Nowell Menswear.
WEDNESDAY: FASHION IN THE STREETS
Taking a break from the runway, models from the DC Fashion Week staff walked the streets in Chinatown promoting the event and performed a flash mob dance while wearing black DC Fashion Week T-shirts.
THURSDAY: FASHION INDUSTRY NETWORK PARTY
Changing up the vibe at Dirty Bar in Midtown, Fashion Week designers showed off their bathing suit collections. Accessories were featured during the event such as jewelry, hats and bags from various vendors such as House of Jola and Aphropolitan. Meanwhile, bloggers, stylists, models, designers, media, retail, photographers and modeling agencies exchanged business cards and networked all night while sipping on cocktails.
FRIDAY: SOUTH ASIAN DESIGNER SHOWCASE
Dominating the scene at Indique Heights, the South Asian Designer collections proved to be unique enough to have their own night to shine. Firefly collections more specifically came out with very wearable clothing infused with pieces such as bright colored scarves or a vivid colored jacket.
SATURDAY: EMERGING DESIGNER SHOWCASE
Held at the Washington post conference center with boutiques like Nubian hueman exhibiting and selling their own personal items, the Emerging Designer Showcase featured a very diverse show of clothing. sPACYcLOUd, with their loud and vibrant jackets, was shown on this night and impressed the crowd with their unpredictable style. Heydari, one of the favorites of the night, factored in some Lady Gaga songs to match the out-of-this-world outfits that were worn.
SUNDAY: THE GRAND FINALE AT THE EMBASSY OF FRANCE
For those who missed the fashion shows that were held during the week, attendance on Sunday’s grand event was a must. Every collection was put on the runway back to back for a final recap. During the show, music ranged from underground heavy beats to upbeat house and dance music, making the crowd want to stand up and dance. The Embassy of France kindly held a reception before and afterwards where event goers were able to shop from vendors selling vibrant jewelry, handbags and handmade clothing.
If you missed this season’s DC Fashion Week, be sure to attend next season’s on February 18-24, 2013!
DC to Witness Biggest Dayglow Ever
With over 10,000 tickets sold and only few days left,
Washington, DC is on track to host the largest Dayglow in history!
Washington DC’s Dayglow events have steadily grown. Events with Bad Boy Bill, George Acosta, Alesso and now Dada Life and Bingo Players have sold thousands. On Saturday, September 22, we have the potential to reach 15,000 attendees and want you to be a part of it!
Busy in the early evening? Join us for the Official After Party with headliners Dada Life at Echostage. Wanna do both? Receive $10 off the price of entry with any proof of dayglow purchase (ticket printout, wristband, stub). Doors from 9PM to 4AM!
Get your Dayglow pres. “The E.N.D.” tickets before it’s too late!
Dayglow pres. “The E.N.D. Tour”
Electronic Never Dies
Who:
Dada Life
Bingo Players
Lucky Date
Des McMahon
special performance by
Kryoman
When:
Saturday September 22
7PM – Midnight
Where:
RFK Stadium Parking Lot
Info:
18+
Get Tickets Here
With Washington, DC nightlife’s dance music foundation cemented by Glow’s club events at Josephine and concert productions at Echostage; it’s no surprise the combination of Glow and Dayglow has been able to reach this milestone. Get your tickets ASAP to be a part of this historic EDM event!
“Bones” Jones vs. Belfort – A Must See UFC Fight – Sat 09.22.12 [Barcode]
Jon “Bones” Jones (16-1-0) vs. Vitor Belafort (21-9-0)
“Bones” Jones is the first UFC fighter to sign a global deal with Nike, has 2 older brothers in the NFL (Art on the Ravens, Chandler on the Patrios) he and once apprehended and held for police, a thief who smashed an elderly couple’s car window and stole their GPS.
At 24 he became the youngest champion in UFC history. Now 25, winning this fight will tie Jones with legends Chuck Liddell and Frank Shamrock for wins in the 205 lb weigh class. The odds are 13:1 favoring Bones.
Whether you’re a casual fan, true believer, or looking to see what it’s all about; this is the UFC Fight for you. Barcode’s outdoor patio, full-service, late-night kitchen (open until 12) and extensive beer/wine selection combine for an upscale setting to enjoy televised events. The nightlife continues until 2AM with resident DJ Kam.
Check out the food and drink menus and more at www.barcodedc.com
DC Fashion Week Preview: Spring/Summer Collections
FASHION WEEK HITS WASHINGTON DC
Previewing DC’s Spring/Summer Collections
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
Starting Monday, September 17 at 7:00pm, Washington DC will kickoff the 17th semi-annual Fashion Week, showcasing both local and international fashion designers.
Throughout the week there will be free and ticketed fashion shows. Each event will be held in different areas across DC leading up to the International Couture Collections Show at the French Embassy on Sunday.
SCHEDULE:
9/17 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Kickoff Reception & Eco Fashion Show
Location: 2121 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Price: Free
9/18 Tuesday, 6-9 p.m. A/C DC Designer Fashion Show
Location: The Washington Club at Patterson House” 15 Dupont Circle
Price: $20
9/19 Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Fashion in the Streets
Location: Chinatown
Price: Free
9/20 Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Fashion Industry Networking Party
Location: Dirty Bar, 1223 Connecticut Avenue NW
Price: Free
9/21 Friday, 7:00 p.m. South Asia Designer Showcase
Location: Indique Heights 2 Wisconsin Circle, Chevy Chase
Price: $10
9/22 Saturday, 6:00 p.m. Emerging Designer Showcase & Concert
Location: Washington Post Conference Center, 1150 15th St NW
Price: $30
9/23 Sunday, 5:00 p.m. International Couture Collections
Location: Embassy of France La Maison Francaise, 4101 Reservoir Road, NW
Price: $70
One may think DC Fashion Week’s featured designers will be more or less the same, but on the contrary. With design inspirations from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Canada, Pakistan and more, the following will be sure to impress and inspire:
Aphropolitan, one of the many brands that will be featured, is particularly unique and eclectic with an African flare to its modern style. Sourcing local fabrics from Lagos, Nigeria, the brand creates bold, affordable fashion which enables them to give back to the communities they serve. Sure to raise some eyebrows this season, Aphropolitan’s preview is anticipated to take DC by surprise.
Made in the USA and newly established in DC this year, sPACYcLOUd is a collaboration of designers that gear towards urban street style. Although the collection only includes jackets, the attention they bring is enough to play up an entire outfit. Watching them go down the runway this season will definitely be a sight you do not want to miss.
Full List of Designers:
- Andrew Nowell Menswear
- Anjoreen Couture
- Aphropolitan
- Boshier Boutique
- Corjor International
- Designersberg
- Divinely Designs
- Firefly Designs Africa * Asia
- Jessiica Howell Fashions
- Heritage Collection
- Heydari
- House of Jola
- Isagus Extroversions
- Joanna Carrie Designs
- Mireasma
- Slanovskiy Presented by Kate Linde Bridal
- Simply Cecily
- sPACYcLOUd
- Standout Couture
- Svetlana Horvat
- Timbro Collection
- Violet Fernandes
- WOW by Juhi Jagiasi
For more information visit www.dcfashionweek.org
Echostage Concert Events
Washington DC’s Largest Dedicated Concert Venue
Featuring dance music mega events with rock shows and more to be announced.
Echostage will have the ability to host any large-scale, indoor concert production. Through music, design and technology, ownership will provide fans with a unique audio/visual concert experience.
Tickets to all Echostage events can be purchased at www.echostage.com
10/27 – Psychadelic Nightmare w/ J00F, Sigma, Mantis, Lady Faith, Saeed Younan, 2Rip
A dance music melee featuring some of biggest underground stars in trance, dubstep, tech-house, drum and bass and beyond. Event production outfit B.A.D.A.S.S. Raves is known for throwing some of the best experiential rave events in the DC/MD/VA area. This Halloween ‘massive’ will be no exception.
10/30 – “Gloween” w/ R3hab, Special Guests, dBerrie
Glow’s annual “Gloween” event features the artist behind the top Gotye – Somebody That I Used to Know remix, a star on Afrojack’s Wall Recordings label, and a special guest act that has headlined and packed out multiple Glow events.
11/1 – “CNTRL” w/ Richie Hawtin, Loco Dice, Paco Osuna, Ean Golden
US East Coast tour of some of the world’s leading techno DJs/producers featuring afternoon college demos and evening concert events. The goal of the daytime seminars is to inform and inspire people about technology, music production, live performance, and the business of electronic music. The concerts allow us to see the end product on full display.
11/2 – “Mega” w/ Nero, Delta Heavy, Kill Sonik, Bro Safari and more
Nero are leaders in a global dubstep movement that has taken over everything from clubs to corporate advertising. Their sound defines the genre while remaining palatable to casual fans. This is arguably the hottest ticket in dubstep. Presented courtesy of Steezz Promo in association with Ov3rkill Ent.
11/3 – Big Sean, More Acts TBA
Big Sean blew up after debuting the massive ‘Finally Famous’ album in the Summer of 2011. Affiliations with Kanye West’s GOOD Music and collabos with The Neptunes, John Legend and Jay-Z have given the 5’8″ star all the cred he needs. He was on the hottest track of Spring/Summer 2012 with Kanye West, 2 Chainz and Pusha T. The man’s got a new album in the works and arrives in Washington DC on 11/3 to give us a preview at Echostage.
11/10 – Ferry Corsten and Markus Schulz
You’re welcome #trancefamily What can be written that isn’t clearly spelled out on the flyer? Ferry Corsten and Markus Schulz are spinning together at Glow. Solo events with these guys are sell-out nights. Co-Headlining is just disgusting. See ya there.
11/21 – Thanksgiving Eve: Dirty South “City of Dreams” Tour
He’s produced a ton of your favorites from the last 3 years. He’s owned Glow on several occasions. He was able to follow up that Sweet Disposition remix with a slew of monsters. Couldn’t have been easy, but Dirty South was more than capable of outdoing his best. Every track gets bigger. Every one is a hit. Celebrate the biggest club night of the year on Wednesday, November 21 as Glow hosts Thanksgiving Eve in Washington DC with Dirty South.
11/24 – Paul van Dyk and Robbie Rivera
2 of dance music’s most qualified trendsetters come together for another massive Echostage event. Each an icon in their respective genres, PvD and Robbie have consistently released hits, thrown amazing parties and set the bar for trance and house artists around the world. Most recently, van Dyk’s track ‘I Don’t Deserve You’ feat. Plumb was featured by Billboard on their site. Robbie on the other hand, continues to thrive within his ‘Juicy’ brand, touring, releasing tracks and getting ready for WMC’s top day party.
11/30 – “Mega” w/ Zeds Dead, Paper Diamond, Gemini and more
DC & Hooks linked up in 2004 to make beats. In 2009 their Zeds Dead project was born. A year later the guys started a dubstep night in Toronto and their productions really took off. They signed a track to Diplo’s Mad Decent label and received airplay from Kissy Sellout and Benga. Next came a UK tour, a remix for Dragonette, a 2011 track on Steve Aoki’s Dim Mak label. The rest is history.
12/14 AND 12/15 – Tiesto
“The Greatest DJ of All Time” has been thrilling DC nightlife for over a decade. From club nights to an outdoor concert and his epic DC Armory event, Tiësto has helped define the current dance music scene in America. His timeless productions, refined DJ prowess and larger-than-life brand combine for some of the greatest concerts in the world. Join us on December 15, 2012, as Tiësto returns to DC for his Echostage debut.
