Nintendo Reveals New System
Nintendo has revealed its brand new system!
On June 7 at the E3 Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, Nintendo revealed the Wii U. Coming to stores in 2012, the Wii U is yet another innovative product from Nintendo.
A groundbreaking feature of the Wii U is that it includes a 6.2 inch touch-screen controller! This controller will also include a microphone, gyroscope, accelerometer, dual analog controls, two shoulder buttons and triggers, a front-facing camera, and a stylus. The Wii U will also be equipped with HD graphics.
The controller is bad ass. You can shoot ninja stars with it, use it to zoom in on your TV and in-TV browser, make video calls to your friends, control software with the stylus or even snipe bad guys with the telescopic lens!
Visit Nintendo.com for more info on the brand new Wii U system and super controller, available in 2012!!
- Do you think the Wii U will take over as the premiere gaming system on the market?
- What happens when the PS4 comes out? And when will that be?
- What is the best system right now?
Let us know!
Fresh New Tunes by Coldplay, Pitbull, Beyonce
Looking for the new hotness to jam out with for the DC nightlife summer? We gotcha! Check out these hot tracks for summer 2011!
Coldplay – Every Teardrop is a Waterfall
A new single from Coldplay’s upcoming (and currently untitled) album. It is true to form for Coldplay, capturing the band’s signature pop/dance rock sound. The main guitar riff and its feel-good vocals produce a soothing listening sensation.
Billboard debut: #29
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Pitbull f. Chris Brown – International Love
Pitbull is back at it with a four-to-the floor house beat that is bound to take over the dance floors and airwaves this summer. Chris Brown’s soft voice compliments the song well.
Billboard Debut: #59
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Beyonce – Best Thing I Never Had
This track was leaked along with her entire new album, “4,” three weeks before its scheduled June 28 release date. The track is an inspired R&B-pop ballad that has drawn critical comparisons to her 2006 single, “Irreplaceable.” The album also has a collab with Andre 3000, production from Kanye West and Consequence and “Countdown,” which samples the Boyz II Men tune “Uhh Ahh.”
Billboard Debut: #84
And speaking of International Love, be sure to make it out to the grand opening of Panorama Productions’ newest party, International Thursdays at Bar-Code Restaurant, Bar and Lounge. Featuring fresh new cuts from around the world, INTL Thursdays at Barcode will be full of flavor!
The Luxury Structure: Moet Hennessy • Louis Vuitton Owns All
Rappers, Supermodels, Billionaires, Moguls, Corporate Execs – they all rock the hottest styles…
Champagne, handbags, purses, watches, chains, wallets, jackets, the list is endless.
But did you know that the LVMH Moet Hennessy • Vuitton Corporation owns Fendi, Tag and Dior perfumes? It recently purchased the ultra prestigious Italian watch designer Bulgari. Let’s take a look…
Wine & Spirits:
Moet & Chandon
Dom Perignon
Veuve Clicquot
Krug
Mercier
Ruinart
Hennessy
Belvedere
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Fashion & Leather Goods:
Louis Vuitton
Loewe
Celine
Berluti
Kenzo
Givenchy
Fendi
Marc Jacobs
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Perfumes & Cosmetics:
Dior
Guerlain
Benefit Cosmetics
Acqua di Parma
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Watches & Jewelry:
Tag Heuer
Zenith
Hublot
Dior
Fred
Chaurmet
De Beers
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The Moet Hennessy • Louis Vuitton group also owns select retailers as well as various business, fashion and arts publications. The company even owns Dutch yacht manufacturer Royal van Lent and the Royal van Lent yard.
But who owns Louis Vuitton? To view the LVMH empire in its entirety visit lvmh.com
Hot Track – Free Download: Shwayze Feat. The Cataracs & Dev – Love Letter
“Love Letter” was originally released by Shwayze in August 2010 in a different form, but something was simply missing. Shwayze teamed up with The Cataracs and Dev to create a warm feel with catchy vocals and an instrumental track that will keep you coming back for more.
With a warm sound and carefree vocals this is the perfect song to kick back and relax to, a true-to-form summer jam.
Check out this new track! It is available for play and download below. Look for more by Shwayze when the rest of the “Love Letter” EP drops in July.
Ryan Leslie: Thurs 6/9 [The Park at 14th]
- DC-born
- Grammy-nominated
- Producer
- Singer/songwriter
- MC
- Musician
- Future Media Mogul
He caught the eye of Diddy and Tommy Mottola and left both to do his own thing.
He has produced tracks for Beyonce, Danity Kane, Britney Spears, Loon, New Edition, Fabolous and essentially launched the career of Cassie, featuring her on his hit single ‘Addiction.’
Upon announcing the impending release of his 3rd studio album, Leslie is out promoting a July 2011 mixtape in preparation for ‘Les is More.’
Park at 14th
920 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 737-7275
Doors at 5pm
VIP: 202 269 3939
Public Bar
- Venue Type: Sports Bar, Restaurant, Lounge
- Estimated Size: 400 people
- Amenities: Rooftop, kitchen, 40 TVs
- Cover Charge: None
- Hours: Sun: 11am – 2am, M – Th: 4pm – 2am, Fri/Sat, 11am – 3am
- Dress Code: Casual
- Age Requirement: 21+
- Location: Midtown
- Address:1214 18th Street Washington DC 20036. (202) 223 2300
- Website: www.publicbardc.com
- Atmosphere: The king of DC sports bars. What was once the wildly popular Club Five has now been artfully transformed to a sports lover’s paradise. There are so many TV’s and projectors it’s like the walls themselves are coming at you in high definition. Multiple floors provide bar, lounge and rooftop settings to watch your team(s). Public is the choice for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, boxing, UFC and NCAA events in DC. Sundays in the Fall and the month of March are especially nuts! Public is a serious nightclub as well, with DJ’s spinning dance and top 40 on the weekends. Hungry? This DC sports bar offers a varied menu and a great selection of beer including a monthly rotation of 4 regional drafts.
Venue Overview
Upon entry, you’ll immediately notice epic quotes from sports legends painted on the walls. Gretzky, Jordan, Ali and more. It sets the tone for the best sports bar in DC.
The first level, which is really the second floor of the building, houses a kitchen, booths, tables and to the right opens up into a loft style bar area with at least 20 TVs showcasing everything from NBA to CONCACAF to UFC. The U-shaped bar allows patrons to view any number of games no matter where they stand. The atmosphere is laid back and definitely jovial.
The main room at Public features over 20 televisions and a massive projector. Beyond the bar is booth/table seating. Above is a spacious lounge with VIP-style booths and a view of the main floor TVs and project. Above everything is a 2-sided roof with 2 bars, more televisions and possibly a grill? At least we smelled grilling, which was pretty awesome! Public’s rooftop is an extremely popular spot to hold corporate happy hours!
Specials
- Happy Hour: M – F, 4-8 and all day Thursday feat. $2 Dom, $3 Imp, and $4 Rails.
- Monday: $5 stadium burgers
- Tuesday: 1/2 price wings (10 or 20)
- Wednesday: 1/2 price appetizers, $4 Svedka cocktails 8pm – close
- Thursday: $5 wraps
- Saturday & Sunday: $2 PBR, $3 Miller Lite, Beer Tubes $30-$35, 10 wings $.25 ($.25 for each additional 5 wings) & $5 Stadium Burgers! Special ends at 10pm
Team Affiliations
NFL, Washington Redskins and Pittsburgh Steelers
NBA, Washington Wizards
NHL, Washington Capitals
MLB, Washington Nationals
NCAAF, Iowa Hawkeyes
English Premiere League, Manchester United
Latest Updates from Public
Photo Tour: 1st Floor
Photo Tour: Lounge
Photo Tour: Roof
What do YOU think?
How was your DC nightlife experience with Public? Share your feedback below!
The owners of these venues often read and reply. Your thoughts will be taken seriously if they are honest and constructive. If you had a bad experience, explain what could be improved. If you had a great time, explain what made it great.
Feedback that does not fit within these guidelines will not be approved.
Vitaminwater® Uncapped LIVE Series in DC
Vitamin Water has been hosting its Uncapped LIVE series in Washington DC with Brightest Young Things.
With amazing May and June events (including Wale to kick things off), it features “the finest music, fashion, action sports, arts and entertainment our nation’s capital has to offer,” uncapped LIVE offers enough variety to suit nearly even the most diverse entertainment needs.
Here’s the event schedule for uncapped LIVE’s final two weeks:
• 6/7/11: Happy Hour + Nouveau Riche Hosted Production Workshop + Night of Podcasts in the Lounge
• 6/8/11: “Beckett and Lynch: A Celebration” a 2 man show
• 6/9/11: Screen Vinyl Image, Phonic Riot, Martial Canterel in the garage + TEEN w/ movie viewing/panel/celebration
• 6/10/11: BYT Rave Camp returns for a whole space takeover (DJs TBD)
• 6/11/11: Daytime: ROCK’N’ROMP feat. Spirit Animal and friends
• 6/11/11: Nighttime: SUNWOLF/RAINDEER animal bands live show
• 6/12/11: Daytime: Butler + Claypool curated vintage bazaar
• 6/12/11: Nighttime: Pujol, Exactly live show
• 6/14/11: TGRI Hosted music panel + OFFICIAL BEIRUT AFTERPARTY (Zach Condon DJ Set)
• 6/15/11: Story telling night
• 6/16/11: Live recording DJ/MC/Live Performance recording happy hour hosted by TGRI + live show later at night (bands TBD)
• 6/17/11: CLOSING NIGHT TBD
With home base in a 25,000 square foot space in the U Street Corridor, an area known for its hipster-friendly venues and urban bohemian lifestyles, Uncapped LIVE has been bringing out an incredible assortment of rising touring artists plus locals. A few names include:
The Knocks | Painted Face | Bluebrain | Chris Burns | Fatback | Rival Skies | Lightwaves | Nobis
Uncapped LIVE has also partnered with Art Whino’s G40 Art Summit, an exhibit with over 2,000 works by 500 artists. The gallery includes artwork items like skateboard art, 3D interventions, and even twenty artists showcasing 16-foot murals. Entertainment is provided daily by BYT six days a week, including live music and dance parties to stand up comedy and fashion events. Exhibit hours are:
• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 7pm – Midnight
• Saturdays: 12pm – 2am
• Sundays: 12pm – 6pm
• Mondays: Closed
If you think partying in the Newseum and view exhibits afterhours sounds cool, be sure to check out BYT’s and Capital Pride’s “Somewhere… at the Newseum” party this Friday with DJs Ultra Nate, Lisa Moody, and Lauren Flax. This party also features a moon bounce, movie theater showing classic gay films, a free photo booth, and tours of the Newseum exhibits. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $50 for VIP.
DJ Chachi Tears Ultrabar Wide Open!!
2011 Panorama Productions PoP Nightlife @ Ultrabar resident DJ Chachi has quickly become a DC nightlife favorite! Mixing top 40 with the hottest house music available, Chachi knows exactly how to keep the Ultrabar faithful on the dancefloor.
The best thing about Chachi? He brings presents!! Whenever Chachi pulls up to Ultrabar you can expect bags of t-shirts, booty shorts, CDs and tons of his very own signature glasses! No wonder DC nightlife loves him so much!!
Panorama Productions’ 2011 partnership with Moodswing360 has taken DC nightlife to a new level. With regular appearances by the best open-format DJs in the nation, Friday nights in Washington DC have one place jumping off more than the rest. Ultrabar DC features acts like DJ PS1, DJ Enferno, DJ Scene, DJ Spider and DJ Vice. Skeet Skeet was on the roster as well, until he decided to go on a world tour with Katy Perry, but we can’t blame him!
Pop happens at Ultrabar every Friday night. For more info click here.
National FreedomFest DC: July 3+4 [Yards Park, DC]
National Freedomfest presents TWO days of DC’s most popular National, Regional and Local bands and DJ’s. Join us this July 3rd and July 4th and enjoy over 40 bands and DJ’s in concert on 5 massive stages, eclectic food vendors and one of a kind craft vendors and so much more.
July 3rd (2pm – 9pm) & July 4th (1pm – 9pm)
The Yards Park – Washington, DC
This party is made in the U.S.A. with the following ingredients:
- 40 + Bands & DJs!
- 5 stages
- 2 days of fun and entertainment
- VIP Tickets featuring private entertainment and viewing areas
- Beer
- Wine
- Countdown to the National Fireworks
All along the DC Riverfront!
Lineup includes:
- Dirty Heads
- Yolanda Be Cool
- Ryan Cabrera
- DJ KayJay
- DJ Flounder
- DJ Neekola
- Boris Gluck
- DJ Armando
- Dave Russell
…and so many more!
See the full lineup and get all the details at www.nationalfreedomfest.com
R. Kelly w/ Keyshia Cole and Marsha Ambrosius: Sat 7/2/11 [Verizon Center]
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Saturday July 2, 2011
Verizon Center
601 F Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20004
(202) 628-3200
Doors Open at 8pm
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From: Chicago
Style: R&B, soul, hip-hop
Famous Tracks: Honey Love, I Believe I Can Fly, I Wish, Bump and Grind, Ignition, Remix to Ignition, Contagious with the Isley Bros.
Best Known For: Ask Dave Chapelle
The infamous R. Kelly arrives in DC for a 4th of July weekend to remember! On the road to promote his latest album, Love Letter, Kelly has brought Keyshia Cole and Marsha Ambrosius along for the ride. No matter what you may think of him, the man’s got a voice.
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R. Kelly, the three-time Grammy winning king of R&B, makes music of epic proportions. After 18 years of stardom, the multi-instrumentalist, producer and vocalist continues to forge an artistic path that caters to fantasy and captures the hearts of adoring fans, which is in essence, how an artist sells over 34 million records, and wears the crown of a king.
The charts are telling of the Chicago native’s storied success— six #1 albums, 11 #1 singles, and 12 consecutive platinum albums. Yet, beyond the numbers is his vital contribution to the soul music continuum. R. Kelly’s musical tome is ripe with scintillating delivery and stirring rhythms that outlast thinner melodies by fleeting one-hit sensations. In one moment, he is the virtuoso that delves into slow, deep delicious seduction, and the next finds him the sexy showman at the center of the party, in full body-rocking up-tempo flavor. From the tantalizing eight-times platinum R., to the Grammy-award winning anthem “I Believe I Can Fly,” to his recent hit single “I’m a Flirt” with Bow Wow that garnered a 2008 ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Award, R. Kelly is the essence of true R&B.
The genius of R. Kelly rests in his willingness to break from traditional formula and constantly push the envelope. He flips the method of the moment with undeniable swagger and bold hip-hop sensibility. As a skilled collaborator, he pairs vocals with countless artists — Snoop Dogg, T.I. and Usher among them. With Usher, he performed “Same Girl,” which was a Rolling Stone Best Song of the Year in 2007. Always willing to venture in new directions, his latest duet pairs him with the coquettish persona of Keri Hilson.
As a songwriter, R. Kelly revisits simple, but profound aspects of the human experience – love, lust, desire, joy and pain that define classical art and drama. He applies his concept to rich, full vocals that exude his intended effect. This precise craftsmanship led to a 2006 Stevie Wonder Award for Outstanding Achievements in Song Writing at the Soul Train Awards.
It is this uncanny ability to compose classics and deliver electrifying live performances that define everything that is essential R. Kelly. It’s why he is the recipient of multiple Billboard, BMI and American Music Awards. A prolific artist, he churns out albums on a yearly basis from his Chocolate Factory studios in the heart of Chicago, drawing from the spirit of his musical forefathers Curtis Mayfield and Donnie Hathaway. While, R. Kelly proudly hails from the so-called Second City, with his boundless talent, he is second to none.
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