Elite Eight Compete for Panorama DJ Residency
Eight Crazy Nights in Ultrabar’s Vault
In September, Panorama Productions announced it is looking for a new resident DJ. The polls were opened and voters selected eight winners to showcase their talents in Ultrabar’s Vault. Set times are from 9 pm to 3 am.
TOP FINALIST WINS PANORAMA RESIDENCY!
$2,000 PRIZE FOR BIGGEST CROWD!
October 14 | DJ GRooVE
DJ GRooVE is one of the most upcoming talents out of the nation’s capital. For over 10 years, the GRooVE has held many residencies around the world and now in the United States. The GrooVE maintains a close connection to his fans and feeds off their vibes like no other – the energy is always at peak levels when he performs. DJ GRooVE is also known for providing dance party solutions at clubs and special events. With over 12 years of experience as a DJ, the GRooVe has brought dance music to massive parties throughout the nation.
October 21 | DJ EZ
Known for setting the mood at Usher’s birthday, rocking with LMFAO, and having Kid Cudi shout him out on the mic at NYC hotspots like Tenjune and Simyone Lounge, EZ has quickly earned the respect of fellow turntablists and club-goers. With notable residencies at Tenjune, Gansevoort Park and Torches on the Hudson, EZ is certainly leaving his personal mark on Manhattan’s nightlife scene. Celebrities across the board have enjoyed EZ’s musical blends at the most exclusive venues in New York City, but don’t take their word; you’ll want to hear for yourself.
October 28 | MilesTone
Miles Blatstein, aka MilesTone, is a 21 year old DJ/producer from the suburbs of Philadelphia. Originally attending the University of Maryland for cell biology and genetics, Miles changed universities and even majors once realizing the music industry was his destiny. He is now at Full Sail University for Music Production Online. According to MilesTone, “the online aspect of the class allows me to focus on all my areas of my career that I hope to achieve. I want to be a well-known, skilled DJ in the field and eventually a world-renown electronic dance music producer.”
November 4 | DJ Skeem
Mike Ortega, aka DJ Skeem, began his journey as a DJ at the ripe age of 16. By 18, he was spinning at teen venues holding 800+ people in Virginia and Maryland. Now 22, he is ready to take the DC scene by storm. Playing music ranging from top 40 and old school to Latin and electro, Skeem does it all, leaving an unforgettable stamp at every venue he performs.
November 18 | Dj M2
M2 continues to prove themselves in the DJ world: from spinning at clubs all over NYC to opening for Fabolous and Ron Browz. With so much experience under their belt, it’s obvious they have some serious talent. In today’s day and age, everyone is trying to be a DJ; however, with M2 continually raising the bar, it’s going to be hard to keep up!
November 25 | DJ Rew!nd
Rew!nd’s passion for DJing began when he was 17 after seeing Grandmaster Flash live in Brooklyn. Amazed with the creativity and skill of using turntables as an instrument, Rew!nd began learning how to spin with old school hip hop and breaks vinyls. A longtime fan of electronic dance music, it was only a matter of time before he made the shift to EDM. He now regularly spins his favorite house and dirty Dutch in the Maryland and DC area, making appearing at University of Maryland Greek Life events, clubs such as District, and recently the Identity Festival in August. Rew!nd hopes to continue his success as a house DJ/producer in the upcoming years.
December 2 | George Tsakiris
George Tsakiris is a 20-year-old Greek-American from Baltimore with big plans to move to DC. Inspired by local resident DJs Saam and Kevin Melito, he has a love for all music genres. His influences include DJ Tektronics, DJ Kidlucky, DJ LIAKOS, David Solano, DJ Mixalis, and Alex Kuros. According to George, “DJing is not just about the music, it’s the culture: you are a painter and your job is to inspire your audience to create the perfect picture.” He aspires to one day work at Panorama Productions.
December 9 | dJ Improper
dJ improper hails from Rockville, MD and is currently the resident DJ for the Contra Sonic series at Artisphere in Arlington. A show with dJ improper promises a blend of brand new and perfectly aged music into an unforgettable experience. You can expect a blissful night of mind-bending mashups with rich electronic textures and influences, from 8-bit to Zydeco. Bring your dancing shoes because you’re not going to want to sit this one out.
Painted Boodies! A Re-Cap of DayGlow Washington DC 2011
It’s about peace, love… and paint!
Dayglow is not just any party
it’s half music, half paint and 100% wild!
Dayglow has expanded from it’s on-campus roots to stadium-sized venues with thousands in attendance! On Friday 9/30/11, 6,000 DC nightlife fanatics landed in the RFK Stadium parking for Club Glow’s Washington DC DayGlow event!
Shaking up the crowd alongside contortionists suspended from the stage and robots commanding the crowd were DJs Kid Lucky, RNS, Matt Goldman, David Solano and the one and only George Acosta.
Electro beats warmed the crowd as the white-clad mass grew and neon and florescent blue paint spun through the air.
A gigantic white bubble floated through the crowd as fists pumped to Afrojack and Steve Aoki’s “No Beef.” Confetti blasted over the crowd – the energy never died as the paint kept flowing. But with a sound system and light show that sophisticated in such a huge parking lot, the sold-out event could have definitely accommodated more people.
Favorite tracks from the evening included:
Beautiful People (Disco Fries Remix) – Chris Brown feat. Benny Benassi.
So Much Love – Fedde le Grand
Calling – Sebastian Ingrosso, Alesso
Prutataa – Afrojack, R3hab
If you missed out on this sold out event then you know what you gotta do! Don’t wait ’til the last minute!!!
Avicii and friends arrive at the DC Armory on November 18 to spin from 5pm – 2am for 10,000 people!
Four-time #1 DJ in the world Armin van Buuren will be spinning a special 6 hour set with special guest Pleasurekraft the next night! Don’t get closed out!!
Purchase your tickets to ‘Super Glow’ at the DC Armory here!!!
Diamonds and Black Jesus are a Gaga’s Best Friends
Lady Gaga’s Diamond Teeth Implants
Plus the premiere of a never-before-heard remix of Gaga’s Black Jesus/Amen Fashion
First came the egg, then came the drag, and now Gaga shocks the world yet again with gem studded chompers. Just in time for Paris fashion week, Lady Gaga ordered marquise diamonds to be implanted in her teeth.
Her new diamond encrusted canines premiered in the French fashion designer Thierry Mugler’s promotional video for her fashion show last week.
The film debuted at stylist Nicola Formichetti’s spring 2012 Paris Fashion Week show for Thierry Mugler on Wednesday. The fashion-forward pop superstar appeared on a big screen at the rear of the catwalk, sporting multi-coloured pigtails and diamond-fitted buck teeth, and declared herself to be a “Mugler woman”.
She spat out, “Don’t f**k with me. Don’t f**k with Mugler. Welcome to Paris. We are Paris. Jesus is the new black.”
As images of the new Formichetti collection then flashed up on the screen, a never-before-heard remix of Gaga’s Black Jesus/Amen Fashion was played over the speakers.
The singer was not present at the show, but actress Salma Hayek was among the celebrities in the audience.
Gaga’s not the first to boast this dental accessory, Lil Wayne has diamond-encrusted teeth and he can’t eat anything solid. Looks like Gaga won’t be eating corn on the cob anytime soon.
Day Glow Washington DC Sept 2011: Ingrosso & Alesso – Calling
I need to paint you!
We’ve never heard that one before, lol! DayGlow arrived at Club Glow Washington DC on 9/30/11 for one of the more reckless DC events hosted at RFK Stadium – 6,000 people, a few tons of paint and a whole lotta towels!
Next on the DC massive list? Super Glow at DC Armory
11.18.11 – Avicii, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Cazzette
11.19.11 – Armin van Buuren (6 Hour Extended Set), Pleasurekraft
Swedish House Mafia @ Madison Square Garden: Sold Out Under 1 Hour Into Presale
Garden of Sweden in The Concrete Jungle
Swedish House Mafia had one goal at Madison Square Garden: Become the first EDM act to sell out the venue. Mission accomplished.
Don’t worry, we have you covered in DC!
Make Sure to grab your tickets!
Okay, okay.. back to the story.
Just minutes into the pre-sale it seemed that Ticketmaster was already having trouble keeping up with the massive demand for a show that doesn’t take place until December.
In under an hour all tickets for Swedish House Mafia at Madison Square Garden were sold out. Not just the presale tickets, but all tickets. All the while, the group has been promising their fans to do whatever possible to make it right. A couple ideas including a second day and/or changing the stage configuration were thrown around.. but why all the outrage?
Oh yeah, ticket scalpers. A few scalpers are to be expected but one glance at StubHub shows 851 tickets for sale ranging in price from $158 to an insane $99,995 (we’re going to assume that one’s a joke but shouldn’t there be a limit?).
Boys Guide to Getting Down
Survival Guide for Boys Trying to Get Girls at Nightclubs
Boys Who Like Girls
Part 1
For those of you who have not seen the 2006 film The Boys & Girls Guide to Getting Down…well, you should. It is a tongue-in-cheek look at 20-something singles clubbing and partying in L.A.; the story of a single night when groups of friends go out, drink alcohol, dance and talk, and look for someone to go home with.
Dangers, minor and major, await those who don’t plan well or behave foolishly, and the rewards, even for those who plan well, are few. But the species’ survival may depend on these rituals.
Here are a few tips to help avoid the failed pick-up at the nightclub, or at least ensure not getting beat up by a chick. Not necessarily from the movie, but in the same spirit of the movie.
DON’T
Don’t try to pick up the bartender. She’s busy. If you must pick her up, only try it either very early or very late if she gave you a sign that she would even give you the time of day.- Don’t think that by buying a girl a drink that they are going to stick around, you will be just another guy buying them a drink, and they don’t owe you anything.
- Don’t get smashed or too drunk. A girl will most likely think you are a creep if you approach them slurring your words or falling over yourself.
- If the girl rejects you don’t just stand there, keep dancing and move onto someone else quic kly.
- Don’t go for a girl with a large group of girlfriends because she may turn you down in front of them to show off or because she doesn’t want to be the only one dancing.
DO
- Beware of boyfriends. They may be lurking around the corner waiting to beat you up.
- Biggest turn off is bad breath, and most guys have it. Always bring gum, mints, and don’t smoke.
- If you start to dance with a girl and she doesn’t move to the music or move at all, she is not interested in you- move on.
- Approach with humor. However, if you choose to use the funny approach be sure that your jokes are actually funny.
- Be cautious, don’t pinch or otherwise make fast and childish grabs at her. Play it safe and follow her lead until you’re perfectly clear on what she wants.
These tips won’t guarantee a off from sleeping alone on your superman sheets and your parents house, but it’s a step in the right direction.
Me Like Coldplay, Good to Dance!
Remixes Better Than Originals?
Most recently, Swedish House Mafia’s epic remix of ‘Every Teardrop is a Waterfall’ has ignited dance floors and festivals across the world.
Is Coldplay opening up to club music, or is club music welcoming Coldplay?
Indie rock as a whole is coming under the wing of dance music. We’ve noticed an increasing number of indie bands embracing their sudden integration into electronic dance music.
Empire of the Sun | The Temper Trap | The xx | The Killers | Florence and the Machine | Bloc Party
Coldplay has taken up the top club remix residence!
- Tiesto was rocking a mashup of Colplay’s ‘Fix you’ and Alesso’s remix of ‘Pressure.’
- Mike Posner recently released a dubstep remix of ‘The Scientist.’
- DJs on every level from Gabriel & Dresden to Royksopp have reworked ‘Clocks.’
- Morgan Page did a chill-out remix of ‘White Shadows’ as well.
The takeover of dance music was inevitable. Coldplay’s mainstream appeal clearly advances house music’s growing influence on dance music in America. As soon as a DJ mixes in a familiar Coldplay classic, the crowd goes wild as lead vocalist Chris Martin’s soulful voice reaches past the bass line, into the crowd.
They’re everywhere!
Midtown
- Venue Type: 3 Level Bar/Club
- Estimated Capacity: 700
- Amenities: Bottle Service, Coat Check, Valet, Bar Games, Private Parties
- Cover Charge: Differs nightly
- Hours: W/Th: 10pm – 2am
Fr/Sa: 10pm – 3am - Dress Code: Relaxed but proper.
- Age Requirement: 18+
- Location: Connecticut Ave/Midtown
- Address: 1219 Connecticut Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20036. (202) 681-1219
- Website: www.midtown-dc.com
Atmosphere: Midtown feels like your cool friend’s party-loft in downtown [insert city here]. It’s got the VIP, super VIP, a nice view of the area in DC its named after, and a nice overall vibe. Lots of bars try too hard to be clubby – Midtown does a nice job of maintaining the proper balance. Every floor maintains the perfect ‘bar with a kick ass dance floor’ feeling. The people are always having a great time!
Venue Overview
A three floor loft perched above the intersection of Connecticut Ave and 18th street NW (across the street from 18th Street Lounge), the only bad thing about going to Midtown is finding parking! Arriving early to the neighborhood that’s very much a hub of DC nightlife is highly recommended.
A bar greets patrons as they walk in to the building’s 2nd floor. A shifting LED backdrop sends a spectrum flashing across the entire wall, from bar, across VIP, to the DJ booth at the end of the room. To the left are bathrooms and a super VIP area which has a 5-6 step staircase leading to it. To the right is a dance floor, VIP on the bar side, a platform with poles for the venue’s adventurous female patrons, and third, semi-raised VIP section.
The third floor of Midtown, referred to as ‘The Loft’ has a DC sports bar feel. The DJ booth sits in the middle of the room with a solid dance floor. To the left sits a bar, tables, pool table and other bar games. To the right of the dance floor is a raised VIP section with a private bar and the perfect view of the crowded DC bar action in the streets below. Exposed brick and wood floors give the room an authentic industrial atmosphere.
The intimate Midtown Penthouse, located on the top floor of the building, features a serene, zen-like escape from the dance floor/sporting themed action below. With plush couches, candle light and a statue of Buddha guarding the floor, this area is a nice change of pace.
Parties
- Monday-Wednesday: Reserved for private events
- Thursday: College Night feat. Open Bar 10-11
- Friday: 3 floors of crazy times at the Midtown Partyplex!
- Saturday: No Promoter Saturdays! No cover, no guest list.
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The Willy Wonka of Alcohol
Say Goodbye to Hangovers
Synthetic Alcohol?
An alcohol substitute that mimics its pleasant buzz without leading to drunkenness and hangovers is being developed by scientists.
You have all been there– a hard night at the club, waking up in your own vomit, with God knows who lying beside you and the biggest hangover… Well, there could be a light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks to a team of scientists in London (Willy Wonka and several Oompa-Loompas in my mind) those days may disappear with this generation.
The synthetic alcohol, being developed by a team at Imperial College London, led by Professor David Nutt (Britain’s top drug expert) who envisions a world in which people could drink without getting drunk. The substitute is derived from chemicals related to Valium and works like alcohol on nerves in the brain that provide a feeling of well being and relaxation.
Eventually it could be used to replace the alcohol content in beer, wine and spirits and the recovered ethanol (the chemical name for alcohol) could be sold as fuel.
Odorless
Tasteless
No Addiction
Easy to Flush Out
No matter how many glasses they had, they would remain in that pleasant state of mild inebriation and at the end of an evening out, revelers could pop a sober-up pill that would let them drive home or return to work. Not quite sure what this “sober-up pill” is or how that would ever get past the FDA, but it’s a nice pipe dream…
Professor Nutt believes that the new drug, which would need licensing, could have a dramatic effect on society and improve the nation’s health. I don’t see this happening any time soon, as long as liquor companies have billions to throw at policy makers. What will Dr. Drew do without the addicts? There’s always Teen Mom!
You May Need to Flash Your ID at the Fast Food Joint
It is now possible to get a glass of Merlot with your breakfast burrito…enter the fast food/fast alcohol trend. Not yet in D.C., but fast food restaurants across the United States are bending to the new trend.
It wasn’t long ago that fast food restaurants began adding apples to kids meals instead of fries, and pushing lighter salad menu options. Seems like the industry is doing a complete 180 with offering alcohol. Forget clogging your arteries with our lard soaked (yet delicious) french fries, misshapen chicken nuggets, and perfectly square burger patties, let’s crank it up a notch and attack that liver!
In a bid to boost business, several Sonic restaurants in South Florida sell beer and wine. They offer draft beer, 25 kinds of bottled beer and 10 varieties of wine.
The move follows Burger King “Whopper Bars”open in Miami, Orlando, Las Vegas, Memphis, New York City and Kansas City that boast, “Your flame-broiled premium dining experience awaits you!”
As if Starbucks has not sucked up enough of consumer’s money, four Starbucks coffee shops in the Seattle area now sell beer and wine. Beer goes for $5 a bottle, and a glass of wine for up to $9.
In a tough economy, the move towards alcohol is a way to compete with casual dining and can help boost typically slow evening business, says, Ron Paul president at Technomic, a restaurant consulting firm. “For consumers, it’s basically about having it your way — even if it’s having a beer with your burger.”
Though alcohol is not (yet) offered at the fast food drive-in, will this spread to D.C. and beyond, and more importantly will the fast food/fast alcohol trend lead to fast DUIs? Can’t wait until MADD gets ahold of this one…
