Swedish House Music Takes Over Barcode | 1.18.13
The Swedes are taking over!
Liquor served until 4am for this special event!
This Friday, Barcode is celebrating the sensation of Swedish house music and its EDM takeover. Party to the beats of Swedish House Mafia, Avicii, Eric Prydz, Alesso, Dada Life, John Dahlback, Marcus Schossow, Otto Knows, Rebecca & Fiona, Adrian Lux, Style of Eye, AN21, Cazzette & More!
DJ Lineup:
- DJ Saam
- Altego
- DJ F
Free Admission all night!
Free glow sticks, glasses, bracelets & more!
Ages: 21+
Dress: Keep it fresh, crisp and clean. No shorts, sandals or baggy anything. Looking ‘put together’ is everything.
Barcode
1101 17th St. NW DC
202.271.1171
- 39 types of beer (12 on tap)
- 12 specialty cocktails
- Extensive wine & champagne menu
- Kitchen until midnight
- Dance/Top 40 hits
- (2) 72″ Projectors
- (10) 40″ HDTVs
- Color-changing marble, LED walls
- Heated Patio
- Removable indoor/outdoor walls
- $150 Bottles of Stoli
- $5 Guiness
- $3 PBR
- Hookah
How to be Fake
Fake it Til Ya Make It
Contributing Writer Amanda Hanowitz • @getWITZit
Have you ever wanted to pretend to be someone you’re not? You can admit it. I’d love nothing more than to be a Kardashian. There are so many ways to go about being fake. But fakeness is not the goal here. Confused? Keep reading.
To ‘make it’ you must do a little faking . I am not telling you to be fake like high school girls. That’s no fun for anyone. What I am telling you to do is play mind games with others.
Obviously we’ll start by exploring “faking it” through fashion.
It’s impossible to assume everyone can afford the latest Christian Louboutins or the tightest Herve Leger dress. To assume makes an ass out of you and me.
With so many trendy boutiques and affordable online shopping sites these days, it’s easy to be hip and look ravishing without breaking the bank. Don’t worry. You’ll still look like you broke it with a hammer. Anyone?
My new obsession: Topshop.
It’s your destination for all things trendy, edgy and affordable. What could be better?
Topshop sells unique pieces sure to please anyone. Feeling frisky? Try some floral work pants. Feeling edgy? Try a studded blouse. Feeling invincible? Try some tribal MC Hammer pants. The world of Topshop truly is your oyster.
Think of it as an affordable version of the newest and coolest trends on the runway and on the streets. Deck yourself out in what’s hot, perhaps a pair of trendy overalls. They exist, I promise.
Try this season’s hot white and black trend with a skirt, blouse and thin black belt. Go for patterns and prints. Maybe you’ll even find your prints charming! OK, I’ll stop being so punny. Dress it up or dress it down with Topshop. You can even wow your friends in a simple t-shirt, kick ass printed shorts and buckled wedges.
Look your finest while sitting in class in their wondrous collection of over sized sweaters and wedge sneakers.
The moral of the Topshop story, although it was quite all over the place, is that you can look like a million bucks without spending it.
So shop your way to the top. My cleverness with that slogan never ceases to amaze me. Time to fake it till ya make it
SportsWeek w/ LaVar Arrington – Mondays at Barcode
Filmed live at Barcode Restaurant, Bar and Lounge.
Airing Saturdays at 3:30PM, Encore Sundays at 12:30PM on DC50TV.
SportsWeek gives an insider’s perspective on sporting news as it happens in DC and around the country. Former Penn State and Redskins All-Pro linebacker and fan-favorite LaVar Arrington and DC50TV corespondent Lou Holder take on everything from the Redskins locker room to the Kentucky Derby, providing colorful insight and commentary geared for the DMV sports fanatic.
Taping Schedule:
future dates TBA
A little something for our fellow ‘Skins fans:
Barcode DC Bar Specials:
- M-F – 1/2 Off Happy Hour:
Beer, wine by the glass, rails from 3 – 7 - M – 1/2 Off Beer: 3 – close
- T – 1/2 Off Wine: Evenings
- W – Premium Happy Hour: 10 – Midnight
- Kitchen everyday until midnight
@LaVarArrington • @barcodedc • @dc50thecw
Past episodes at dc50tv.com/sports/sportsweek
America’s Weirdest Holidays, January – March
We’re far more than the greatest country in the world…
We’re also the greatest civilization that ever existed.
That’s why we have so much to celebrate!
So how does one go about creating a national holiday? Well, it takes a lot of work and literally an act of Congress. First you have to create a proposal and contact your local congress person. You have to get it onto the congressional agenda. Next you have to be patient. It takes a while.
That’s it. You can find your local representative by searching the US House of Representatives database.
There are a bunch of ‘fake’ national holidays that have been created and copyrighted for advertising purposes. But the list below are real from what we can tell.
January
03 Fruitcake Toss Day
08 Bubble Bath Day
Nothing beats sitting in a tub of your own filth, except sitting in a tub of your filth mixed with bubbles. The girl is a bonus.
09 Play God Day
Not enough people play God these days.
11 Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day
12 Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day
[Insert wise-ass comment here]
14 Dress Up Your Pet Day
Or in the case of Long Island, Westchester, OC, LA and North Jersey housewives, and girls who go to school at Syracuse or UMD… Thursday.
19 National Popcorn Day
23 Measure Your Feet Day
Confucius say: Man who put foot in mouth get athlete’s tongue.
25 Opposite Day
Yup, there really is a legit opposite day.
27 Chocolate Cake Day
28 National Kazoo Day
We’ll show you a kazoo 😉
February
02 Ground Hog Day
No offense, but how did this become a legitimate holiday?
11 White T-Shirt Day
Or in the case of 2003 drug dealers… Tuesday.
12 Plum Pudding Day
13 Get a Different Name Day
Especially if you’ve just committed a crime.
18 National Battery Day
In Philly, they celebrate this multiple times during baseball season.
20 Cherry Pie Day
20 Hoodie Hoo Day
LOL really?
22 Be Humble Day
28 National Tooth Fairy Day (also August 22)
Also can be celebrated on Mother’s Day or Father’s day BECAUSE THE TOOTH FAIRY DOES NOT EXIST.
MARCH
01 Employee Appreciation Day first Friday in March
The other 364 days/year are “Take advantage of the help Day”
01 National Pig Day
05 Multiple Personality Day
06 Dentist’s Day
It’s always nice to have a good dentist.
08 Be Nasty Day
11 Worship of Tools Day
lol
16 Everything You Do is Right Day
Or for guy’s having conversations with their girlfriends… everyday.
20 Extraterrestrial Abductions Day
Yup… March 20th is the day we celebrate those who have been kidnapped by aliens wtf
25 Waffle Day
This might be the best one.
26 Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
Someone paid their congress person a lot of money.
28 Something on a Stick Day
Stay tuned for April – June
Avicii: 2/1 – Super Glow at DC Armory
Online sales for this event are now closed.
Tickets will be available at the door.
Please arrive early to ensure entry!
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Super Glow Returns to the DC Armory
feat.
Avicii
Opening set by Matt Goldman
Friday February 1, 2013
8PM – 2AM
Coat Check by Coatchex (as seen on Mark Cuban’s ‘Shark Tank’)
Merchandise by Electric Culture (Echostage, electricculture.com)
Swedish House Mafia’s Steve Angello to Perform at Echostage
Who:
Steve Angello
Third Party
Tim Mason
Roberto Gonzalez
Where:
Echostage
2135 Queens Chapel Road NE
Washington, DC 20018
When:
Friday December 28
Doors at 9PM
Extra Info:
- Bottle service: 202.503.2330
- Parking, hotels, transportation:
www.echostage.com - Ages 18+
- No Dress Code
Steve Angello returns to Washington DC this December with his Size Matters party brand. Coming with him are Third Party and Tim Mason, all of whom have played Glow events in the past.
As 1/3 of the Swedish House Mafia, Steve Angello played a large role in taking dance music to the next level in the US. His fellow labelmates have had their tracks spun by the best of the best including SHM, Tiesto and more.
Attention Fake Facebook Models: Here’s Your Chance to Be Legit
Open Casting Call for America’s Next Top Model
Apparently in today’s social media-saturated world, any semi decent-looking girl that knows someone with a DSLR camera is qualified to be a model. The days of walking the runway and doing product test shoots to get connected and build your portfolio are over… unless you want to actually get paid.
Working for free in search of your big break is one thing. Being a part of the fake Facebook model thing is just sad. Sorry ladies, models get paid to advertise branded merchandise. You just let creepy dudes claiming to be photographers take high res pics of your half-naked body, watermark them and post them on Facebook.
But there’s hope on America’s Next Top Model
You can be legit! The next round of America’s Next Top Model open casting calls will, for the first time, include both men and women! Guys – you could become the next Hansel or Billy Zane if you’ve got the goods!
Do you have what it takes? Show up to the open casting call on Saturday January 5, 2013 from 11AM – 4PM at the Fashion Center (Simon Mall) at 1100 S. Hayes St in Arlington, VA.
If you can’t make it, send an email including your name, age, height, weight, email address, phone number, alternate phone number, city you live in, and (3) photos of yourself (close up, full body, swimsuit) to CWTopModelCasting20@gmail.com
Subject Line: “First & Last Name, City, State you currently live in”
Download the Application | Review the Eligibility Requirements
for more info visit cwtv.com
Must-Have Winter Accessories for the Ladies
Ladies, Go Buy Now: Winter Accessories!
Contributing Writer Amanda Hanowitz
Contrary to Mayan belief, we’re alive. Yay! So why not live our fapocalypse (fake apocalypse) free days in style? Time to vacation, time to twirl around or just time to face the cold weather head-on.
Why head-on? Because the tundra’s coming and you better be prepared, furry hat and all.
You’re used to style alerts and cues on how to hook up while out for a night clubbing in DC, but why not explore how to land a man or lady friend during daylight hours?
Sweaty club makeout sessions do not always lead to coffee dates… or anything in many cases. Sorry to be blunt.
This whole ‘daytime’ thing may sound crazy but let’s take it for a spin. Bundle up in your comfy scarfs, mittens and furry pom pom hats and allow your outfit to speak for itself. Only this time your outfit will be saying, “Come on over, come on over baby. I can warm you up. Jump into my fur coat.” Or something like that.
Where can I find the best winter accessories???
As a Free People-obsessed lady, it is hard for me to discourage the fact that their selection of winter accessories is to die for.
A huge necessity for the cold is an eternity scarf. What could be better than something you wrap around your neck that also promises commitment and a long-lasting bond? Its commitment is warmth, so commit to this scarf. Anthropologie also kills it with its selection.
If you’re a dude looking for a fancy beanie to cover your dome, look no further than American Apparel or Urban Outfitters. They have fancy styles to last all freaking winter long.
Oh… we forgot the best part. Not only do these accessories keep you warm in the brutal winter months, but they also make you trendy. YES, trendy! Our main goal in life. So, DC lovin’ friends, go forth in your eternity scarves, fingerless gloves and hats that sound like vegetables (beanie?) because winter is waiting for your arrival.
Heist DC
- Venue Type: Lounge
- Estimated Size: 100 people
- Amenities: Bottle Service, Exclusivity
- Cover Charge: None
- Hours: Mon – Thurs: 10:00pm – 2:00am (Closed Wed), Fri/Sat: 10:00pm – 3:00am
- Dress Code: Case by case
- Age Requirement: 21+
- Location: Midtown
- Address: 1802 Jefferson Place, Washington DC.
- Contact: 202-716-2055, vip@heistdc.com
- Website: heist.com
- Atmosphere: Ownership held nothing back when rebranding the former Fly Lounge as Heist. Highlights of what was no doubt a hefty interior design bill include gold-plated urinals, a Swarovski crystal piece above the bar and bullet holes in the bar (they shot it up, then installed it). Getting the door staff to acknowledge your existence is not easy, but the management, bartenders and cocktail waitresses are great. And the crowd at this VIP lounge? Surprisingly fun-loving; a breath of fresh air from your typical ‘look at me i’m someone important’ douchey VIP crowd.
Venue Overview
As mentioned, Heist DC’s chic design combined with its low capacity and fun crowd (who popped an awful lot of Ace of Spades while we were there), allows the door staff to be rather selective with whom they allow inside.
The DC lounge is set up more or less into 2 sections: a bar area and a DJ area.
Descending into the most pimped out nightlife prison you will ever see, there’s a bar area ahead/to the right with a VIP alcove around the corner. Bow tie-laden bartenders serve a variety of beverages from the typical favorites to Heist DC mixology specials like The Bearcat (rum, fresh blackberries, lemon juice) and Robert the Bruce (12 year-old Scotch, yellow chartreuse, green tea). The golden, bullet hole-filled bar and crystal ceiling design are eye-catching to say the least.
Moving through the venue to the DJ area, you’ll find the booth to the right, next to the bar. On the other side of the DJ booth is another slightly raised VIP alcove. Another VIP corner exists across from the booth. An intimate dance floor ties it all together.
Long-time DC resident and Heist co-owner Charles “DJ Dirty Hands” Koch made sure to have a DJ booth he could be proud of. It features a 24-karat gold buffalo skull and is an invitation-only VIP booth in and of itself.
To appreciate the intricacies of Heist’s interior design one must examine them up close and personal. They really did spare no expense. From the mirrored ceiling/floor designs in the bar area to the custom wall panels and barred, in-wall art.
Parties
- Tuesdays: Industry Night
- Th, F, Sat: Bookings include top open-format DJs, NY/Miami/LA residents, etc.
Latest Updates from Heist DC
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Corona Wars: 12/22 at Ultrabar
It’s time to go to war! Corona Wars that is.
$3 Coronas (until midnight)
Music Format
— Main Floor: DJ Saam (Top 40, Mashups, Hip Hop)
— Vault: Kid Lucky (House, Dance, International)
— Bedroom: DJ Mario & DJ Suelto (S. American + International)
— Chroma: DJ Geometrix (Top 40, Mashups, Hip Hop)
Drink Specials (Until Midnight):
- $3 Coronas until midnight
- $6 Rum & Coke
- $6 Sex on the Beach shots
December Bottle Special:
$150 Stoli vodka
Discount Admission: See Event Passes
Age Requirement and Dress Code:
Open to ages 18+, Proper ID and Attire is Required. Dress Smart. Guys: No shorts, boots, oversized tees, baggy jeans, tennis shoes, etc.. Girls: Keep it classy.
Learn more about Ultrabar Nightclub DC
Location, Info:
911 F St. NW Washington DC 20004. Nearest metro: Gallery Place. 202 638 4663
More details about Ultrabar
A staple of DC club events, Ladies Night at Ultrabar Nightclub DC features 6 Bars, 5 levels and 4 DJs.
Hardwood floors, marble bartops, stainless steel accents and pounding subs have made Ultrabar a DC nightlife destination for years. With VIP/private table seating available on all floors, its a place to go reckless on the floor and party in style with your friends.
Take an inside look at Ultrabar!
