Saam’s Corner | Top 10 | Rihanna’s Law
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and children of all ages! This is the moment you’ve all been waiting for! No, I am not retiring from DJ-ing yet and NO the 10th dentist did not finally come around and decided to recommend trident! I’m taking my talents to the blogosphere and I’ve decided to bless your eyes and entertain you with my weekly top 10 tracks!
So How does a song crack my top 10? Well, it’s not easy and there are multiple factors that come in to play. For starters, overall popularity of the track in the club scene is key. There are a lot of songs that are very popular in a club that you don’t necessarily hear on the radio or read on the weekly billboard charts. Typically, in today’s music scene, this is more common amongst house/edm tracks but it ranges and applies to all genres across the board. Secondly, crowd reaction is also crucial. When playing in a club and catering to a large amount of people like I do, it’s very important to trust yourself, and cater to everyone. This means not just playing one genre of music (regardless of how much you may hate the genre), but rather finding a way to incorporate all the genres of music together so that people don’t even notice the transition. And finally, the last factor in making my top 10: musical innovation. How is your track catchy, different, and stand out to make it club worthy?
With that said, let’s start the drumroll (in your head of course 🙂 )
10. Rihanna- “S&M”
-It’s no secret about how much I despise Rihanna, but as a DJ, I play her music because everyone loves it. In fairness, “S&M” represents everything that club audiences and mainstream music fans love to listen to. It’s uptempo, catchy (“na, na na, come on!”), and everyone loves singing about Sex. As you will see, “the singing about sex” theory (I call this Rihanna’s law) will apply to more songs on this list 😉 #winning! Editor’s note: This song is so hot we can’t put the actual video up but it’s here.
9. Eva Simmons- “Take Over Control”
-This track has a special place in my heart because it reminds me of the night I was able to open for Cedric Gervais last year at Glow! The track was released the same day and I dropped it that night! It got a great reaction that night and still gets a great reaction to this day. I have a feeling this will be a club banger for a long time. I compare it to Eric Prydz “Call On Me.” #instantclassic
8. Jennifer lopez Ft. Pitbull- “On The Floor”
-Talk about a musical resurgence! We here in the United States love us a good comeback story! J-lo took a lot of time off but came back with a bang! Again, uptempo, catchy (la, la la la la) and has the EDM beat that people love nowadays. It always helps your cause when Pitbull is on the track
7. Avicii- “Levels”
-It’s amazing how in the past two years this kid has gone from the new kid on the block to potentially overtaking Armin Van Buuren in next year’s DJ Mag top 100 as the #1 DJ in the world! Every track he produces is a banger and this one is no exception. Avicii is definitely musically innovative! “#igetagoodfeeling
6. LMFAO- “Shots”
-On MOST nights, this is the song that gets the party starting for me. It’s such a hype track and everyone knows the words. I don’t care where you go and for what crowd I end up DJ-ing for. EVERYONE wants to hear “Shots.”
5. Enrique Iglesias- “Tonight (I’m F***ing’ You)”
-One of, if not, the best track from one of my favorite artists of all time. Much like J-lo, Enrique took some time off and came back with 2 immediate bangers. First with, “I Like It” and now with “Tonight.” Once again, “Rihanna’s Law” applies to this song: Everyone loves singing about sex. #truestory
4. LMFAO- “Party Rock Anthem”
-Anytime there’s a song that comes out that has a stupid dance associated with it, people will always go crazy for it. Don’t get me wrong, I like this song, but if it didn’t have the dance, I think it would just be like any other LMFAO song. See “la, la, la” and “Yes” for further examples. With that said, it still hits hard!
3. Duck Sauce- “Barbara Streisand”
– For a song being this high on my list, I must say I am very confused by this. This song arguably gets the best reaction in a club for me on any given night and it’s nothing special. But once again, uptempo beat and a catchy hook save this track! Maybe I shouldn’t say that I am confused, but rather JEALOUS. Why didn’t I just make a song and drop the name of one of the most successful actresses/performers of all time and make millions off of it?! WHAT AM I DOING WRONG HERE GUYS?!!? “awwwooowooooooo”
2. DJ Khaled Ft. Drake, Rick Ross, and Lil Wayne- “I’m On One”
-Put your finger up in the sky and sing along to one of the freshest hip hop songs to come out in recent history. Whenever I drop this, I always let this entire song play out because it deserves it! What an amazing song and the anthem to my summer. Every single person goes nuts in the club when this song comes on! “Could be purple or it could be pink!”
1. Pitbull Ft. Nayer, Ne-Yo and Afrojack- “Give Me Everything”
-You could say that I am a little biased since this is my favorite song out right now, but in my opinion, this is a no brainer. AMAZING beat (would you expect anything less from Afrojack), GREAT hook, and awesome build up. I usually drop this song as late as I can in my peak hour set because I’ve found that this is the song that everyone wants to hear the most when they’re partying and having a good time. Once again, “Rihanna’s Law” comes back to entertain our ears 🙂
There are a lot of good songs that didn’t make this list
Britney Spears- “Till The World Ends”
Laidback Luke FT. Steve Aoki and Lil Jon- “Turbulence”
Calvin Harris- “Awooga”
However, that’s why there’s always next week’s edition 😉 ! If you guys have songs that you think should’ve made the list, feel free to send me suggestions, tracks, and your feedback to my Facebook or hit me up on twitter! I love hearing your feedback and I also love to know what people are listening to! It only helps me in becoming the best DJ that I can be!
If it wasn’t for you guys, I wouldn’t be where I am today!
DJ Saam
*The views and opinions expressed by DJ Saam do not necessarily reflect those of Panorama Productions or dcclubbing.com/wordpress2
Josephine to Host Friday Glow Event
The chic DC lounge will play host to Washington’s top nightlife draw.
Josephine will be undergo a major transformation in preparation to host Washington DC’s longest running party! Changes will involve:
- Removing walls
- Moving bathrooms
- Extending the DJ booth
- Adding new bars
- Opening space to dance
- Updating the lighting & interior design
- Revamping the sound system
Miami-based architects have been brought in to provide South Beach-style clubbing to DC nightlife. Bottle service comes to the dance floor at Glow at Josephine.
◊ Glow Thursdays at Lima provide a high-end, high-energy atmosphere.
◊ Glow Saturdays at Fur host max capacity events.
◊ Glow’s recent deal with Live Nation brings live acts to the Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD.
◊ Glow Fridays at Josephine aim to bring a spirited luxury to DC lounges.
Tentative Bookings include:
- Robbie Rivera
- Sharam
- Mark Knight
- Riva Starr
- Fedde le Grand
- Steve Lawler
- Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano
- Roger Sanchez
- Cedric Gervais
- Pete Tong
- and many more surprises!
The story behind it all:
In 1999, partners Antonis Karagounis and original resident DJ Pete Kalamoutsos launched Glow at Zei club. Their venue partner was Zei Director of Promotions Dave Karim. The venture lasted until Zei’s closing in 2001.
Antonis and Dave were reunited a year later at the legendary MCCXXIII where they hosted a Tuesday college party for the next 7 years. Pete took over a residency at Spank, the club’s VIP as level.
Since 2005 Karagounis has been a partner in top DC nightlife destinations including Lima Restaurant & Lounge, Ultrabar Nightclub, and Barcode Restaurant & Lounge. Karim went on to open Josephine, Policy, Current and Lost Society. Kalamoutsos cemented relationships with the top DJs and booking agencies in dance music.
The Glow brand gained international recognition in 2010 when Armin van Buuren and David Guetta officially named Glow events their favorite in the world. A recent partnership with Live Nation now allows Glow to expand its reach to the US mainstream.
Given the history, combined with dance music’s emerging mainstream appeal; the concept of Glow Fridays at Josephine was inevitable. This September three entrepreneurs of DC nightlife reunite to bring one of the world’s best parties to one of DC’s finest lounges.
Josephine Lounge
1008 Vermont Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 347-8601
josephinedc.com | Like Josephine on Facebook! | Follow Josephine on Twitter! | Read about Josephine on Yelp!
Sirius Satellite 2.0 to Rule Them All?
Everyone loves music, but that’s just about the only thing everyone agrees on. Some people like top 40, some hip-hop, country, rock, and so many more. But most don’t like every song in even their favorite category. In many cases a song has just played too many times and everyone gets sick of it. iPods and new cellphones help this but make it hard to discover new music. Tens of thousands of songs fit in the palm of your hand but only if you know what songs you want.
Pandora is a revolutionary idea that solves this problem. Creating your own stations and voting up or down helps customize an experience just for you and the ability to skip songs allows for better listening overall. However, the Pandora quality is dependent upon internet connectivity and, in many cases, how much data you want to burn through on your cell phone.
Satellite radio made an appearance a few years ago in the form of two competitors Sirius and XM. Since then, the two have merged and create a great combination with many channels to choose from; from country music, to Howard Stern, to Eminem radio, Satellite seems to have it all. The best part is all you need is a line of sight to the sky. This means that anywhere in the US people can experience a variety of music no matter how small the town they’re in. What’s the downside then? None of these stations can currently be customized or listened to on demand. That is all about to change.
SXM 2.0 (SeriousXM 2.0) is the next generation of satellite radio and will be available by the end of the year. SXM 2 is live radio, well mostly. It will include new on-demand options for select shows, similar to the way updated television works. Howard Stern on demand perhaps? Get ready America. But on demand is just the start. DVR-like features may include hours of pause, rewind, and fast-forward functions.
Imagine a physical radio that thinks for you like Pandora. Enter the true heart of SXM 2. How will it work? By voting up and down on songs the radio will learn which songs you do and don’t like and will start creating custom stations for the individual. Tune into these stations and even skip songs you don’t like. Expect the new and improved satellite radio by the end of the year, most likely late fall. New vehicles will most likely begin including the technology for the 2013 model year.
DJ Dirty Hands: Fri 8/26/11 [Pop at Ultrabar]
Pop Nightlife DC presents:
Opening Set by DJ Geometrix
Friday August 26, 2011
Ultrabar Nightclub
911 F St NW
Washington D.C., DC 20004
(202) 638-4663
Doors Open at 9pm | Ages 18+
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Arguably the best DJ in DC, at one point Dirty Hands was raking in as much money spinning local parties as first year associates make at Willkie Farr!
The man with the muddy palms even went ahead and opened up his own venue, the ultra chic Fly Lounge in Midtown! Over the years he has spun for all the big celebs, whether it’s been after parties, opening, birthdays, whatever… if he’s not at 30,000 feet he’l behind the decks rockin out!
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DJ Geometrix Original Production & Remixes by DJ Geometrix
Panorama Productions Resident DJ Geometrix is one of DC’s finest. Not only does he hold weekly spots at Pop @ Ultrabar and the hip-hop room at Glow @ Fur; he is also a co-director of the B2R (Back to Rock) Music School’s Beat Refinery in Herndon, VA.
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You Are The S&M (DBK REBOOT) by DBK
HOUSE MIX by DBK
Dirty House Mix by DBK
Ultrabar Nightclub in Washington DC was once a bank, and this is The Vault! In addition to a bar and dance floor, the Vault features a hall lined with couches, sunken chairs and intimate escapes in case you meet the love of your life on a Friday night!
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DJ Suelto – Reggaeton Quick Mix May 2011 by DJ SUELTO
BACHATA mix (04.19.10) by DJ SUELTO
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With Mario Salsa on the congas, DJs Suelto and Bomba bring the hype every Friday to The Bedroom at Ultrabar for Pop’s Latin/International party. Whether its bang-out reggaeton or couples moving to the smooth rhythms of salsa and bachata, The Bedroom at Ultrabar Nightclub in Washington DC is a huge weekly draw!
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Savoy: Thurs 8/25/11 [Glow at Lima]
GLOW Washington DC presents:
Savoy
Thursday August 25, 2011
Lima Lounge
1401 K Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
(202) 789-2800
Doors Open at 10pm, Ages 18+
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From: Boulder, CO/Brooklyn, NY
Style: Electro, House, Club, Dubstep, Glitch
Famous Tracks: Free Agent, Get Static, Cougar, I’m in Need
Best Known For: Their diverse style.
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Get Static (Original Mix) by Savoy
Hella Good (SAVOY 20k Mix) by Savoy
Money for Nothing (SAVOY Remix) by Savoy
Real People (Original Mix) by Savoy
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Train & Maroon 5: Wed 8/24/11 [Merriweather Post Pavilion]
Pop-Rock at its Finest!
5:30 pm — Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Merriweather Post Pavilion
10475 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 715-5550
Tickets: Click here for tickets
Multi-award winning pop-rock bands Train and Maroon 5 are stopping by at one of the DC area’s best outdoor venues: Merriweather Post Pavilion!
Train took over airwaves and invaded America’s hearts at the turn of the 21st century. When songs like “Calling All Angels,” “Meet Virginia,” and “Drops of Jupiter,” they are one of the country’s most popular balladeers. Although the hits began drying up, this San Fransisco group surprised the music world with a #3 Billboard hit in 2010 with “Hey, Soul Sister.” They’re guranteed to have you singing along and maybe feeling a little nostalgic!
Maroon 5 has blown up since they started recording hits in 2002. With countless hits, including “Harder to Breathe,” “This Love,” and “Misery,” fans singing along will struggle to not lose their voices.
http://www.trainline.com/
http://www.maroon5.com/
Get Juiced! Jersey Shore Season 4 Premier 8/4
GTL: Gelato, Tiramisu, Lasagna?
What do you get when you take America’s favorite guidos and stick them in Italy? Jersey Shore season 4, of course!
Thursday, August 4 — 10 PM on MTV
Embracing Florence’s art, food, wine, and nightlife, the cast of Jersey Shore tears through Italy’s historic streets! Starting drama everywhere they go, this infamous crew is guaranteed to entertain and outrage you with their antics for the premier of Jersey Shore’s season 4 on Thursday!
But…
- How will they adapt to living in a foreign country?
- Will the language barrier prevent them from picking up hot girls/guys?
- Is there a hot tub?
- Have they gotten sick of each other, yet?
- Who’s gonna get arrested this time?
- Is Italy even ready for them?!?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jvEkzWHQMk
Controversial, rude, and downright entertaining, Jersey Shore has significantly impacted American pop culture since its inception in December 2009. From excessive hair gel and “poofs” to GTL (gym, tanning, laundry) and fist pumping, Jersey Shore is leaving its mark everywhere!
The Shore’s stamp on DC nightlife can be seen every time DJ Pauly D spins at Club Glow’s infamous Saturday night events at Fur Nightclub! An expert at getting the party started, Pauly always brings the ruckus to DC clubbing!
Ron Ron Juice — the root of all evil!
What’s a better way to welcome the new season and kick off a fun night in DC than a batch of the “Ron Ron Juice?” According to DJ Pauly D, the drink is “the root of all evil!”
What you’ll need:
- 1 lb. of seedless, cubed watermelon
- 12 oz. of cranberry juice
- 1 3/4 cups of blueberries
- 10 oz. (1 jar) of maraschino cherries
- 1 1/4 cups of vodka
- Ice
Directions: Put ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Serves 8.
Serving suggestion: Repeat directions until you’re ready to beat dat beat up in the club!
Live Nation Opens DC Venue
Glow, Panorama Productions and Live Nation are excited to announce a new partnership that will further allow dance music to grow in Washington, DC. Live Nation will open the doors to The Fillmore, a 23,000 sq foot, 2,000+ capacity venue this September, in Silver Spring, Maryland!
The first dance music act to be announced is Pretty Lights on Sept 29th! Their groundbreaking album “Taking Up Your Precious Time”, has allowed Pretty Lights to sell out their North American tours. They have been booked most recently at mega festivals including Bonnaroo, Electric Daisy Carnival, Camp Bisco, Coachella, Ultra, Rothbury and Electric Zoo.
Get tickets to Pretty Lights: Tickets to Pretty Lights 9/29/11 at The Fillmore
Glow and Live Nation have also booked a surprise guest on Sept 21 and 22. Information is forthcoming and will shock, excite and galvanize the Washington DC dance music community.
The Fillmore itself is a fantastic venue. With a capacity of over 2000, it features the latest in intelligent lighting and sound, superior sight lines, tiered balcony levels, excellent food and bar facilities and the distinctive Fillmore design to create a unique concert experience. It’s also close to the Metro!
The Fillmore’s Grand Opening is on September 15th with Mary J Blige. It has a smashing lineup to follow that includes Cheap Trick, Blackstar, Blondie, Primus, Lewis Black and more.
As electronic dance music grows so too does the need for quality venues, forward-thinking bookings and a strong community. The partnership between Live Nation, Panorama Productions and Glow will provide all three.
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Blond Australian Twins Are Irresistible at Ultrabar!
Mim and Liv Nervo are the Aussie sisters responsible for the sounds of David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland – When Love Takes Over and Armin van Buuren feat. Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Not Giving Up on Love. On DG’s advice, the girls took up the art of DJing about 2 years ago and have since been tearing it up across the globe.
Here they bring their irresistible charm, energy and smash hit of the same name to Ultrabar’s Friday night Pop parties in DC nightlife!
You can catch the sexiest acts in DC nightlife every Friday at Ultrabar Nightclub in Washington DC!
