Little White Dress Party: Fri 6/24/11 [Midtown]
Theme parties are always a good way to get things going, and the people at Midtown are going all-out for one on June 24. Most everyone has attended a little black dress party at some point or another; if they weren’t one of the best things to hit clubbing since lasers one would say it’s a tired concept. But Midtown wanted to do something different. They’re throwing a little white dress party and covering all the details. In short, we like their thinking. What’s better? The whole thing will be hosted by Playmate Shannon James. You read correctly, a little white dress party hosted by a Playmate: perfection.
To sweeten the deal, ladies wearing a little white dress will enjoy an open bar until midnight. What’s the cover? Nothing, and no guest list to worry about either.
Some details for you and a recap:
Little White Dress Party
- Hosted by: Playmate Shannon James
- Open bar 9-12 for ladies in a little white dress!
- 3 floors of fun and partying
- No Cover
- Date & Time:
- June 24-25, 2011
- 9:00pm – 3:00am
Midtown Partyplex
1219 Connecticut Ave
Washington, DC 20036
21+ to enter on Fridays.
Images and information courtesy: www.midtown-dc.com.
Are Angry Birds Going to Take Over the World?
If you ask us, this whole Angry Birds thing has gotten a little out of hand. What started off as a simple way to kill some time (and pigs) on your cell phone has since earned a cult following and so much more. Admittedly, it is an addictive game: hours have been lost and cell phones have been smashed (out of frustration) when stuck on a level.
January 31 of this year was when the takeover began. Rovio, the maker of angry birds, announced Angry Birds: Rio (The Movie) would be coming out on April 15, 2011 (accompanying game trailer). Unfortunately for those of you who have been holding their breaths since January, it will be at least another 3 years wait for the movie. Why the drastic change in timeline you might ask? Well, Rovio is taking the movie (and future endeavors) so seriously that they purchased an animation studio. They plan on doing a great deal of the movie in-house. Just to recap, this is what happened: cell phone game created, got insanely popular, planned to base a movie off of it, purchased a studio, and now they’re in the filmmaking business as well. Sounds like a lot to us as well but wait, there’s more.
While the US may have caught the Angry Bird(s) bug, we have nothing on Barcelona, Spain. I think everyone has seen the funny videos of insane fans creating life-size angry birds, but what happens when T-Mobile takes it seriously? You’ll see below, s*** just got real. Angry Birds has now gone larger than life, complete with explosions and a live band.
Angry Birds, possibly (literally) blowing up a city near you soon.
Manufactured Superstars: Thurs 7/7/11 [Glow at Lima]
GLOW Washington DC presents:
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@mf_superstars
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Opening Set by Ryan Mosel
Thursday June 7, 2011
Lima Lounge
1401 K Street NW
Washington D.C., DC 20001
(202) 789 2200
Doors Open at 10pm, Ages 18+
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From: Denver, CO
Style: House, mash up
Famous Tracks: Take Me Over, Wiggle It
Artists Remixed: Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, Erick Morillo, Flor-Rida and David Guetta, Tiesto, Kaskade, Bruno Mars, Nicole Scherzinger, Afrojack
Best Known For: Co-founding Beatport
The guys who helped revolutionize dance music distribution are mashing up anything and everything! They’ve manufactured their superstardom through hard work and the best connections out there!
You’ll everything from Bruno Mars to Erick Morillo during an MF live show!
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Manufactured Superstars Playlist April 2011 by Manufactured Superstars
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The Manufactured Superstars are a U.S based electronic music duo consisting of two members; Brad Roulier and Shawn Sabo. Although all DJ’s will argue that they are all unique in their own ways, these two energetic artists have a strikingly unique sound. They love mashing up popular electro, progressive, house, pop music, and any other genre of music, to make every tune their own. Brad and Shawn are based in Denver, Colorado. These two ingenious minds also founded Beatport, which is not only the leading electronic music download store, but also the most influential company moving electronic music forward today.
Brad Roulier teamed up with Shawn Sabo to create the Manufactured Superstars in 2005. Since then, they have rocked the worlds of many, not only in night club settings from coast to coast, but also pumped up the biggest electronic music festivals. This ecclectic duo have talent in playing the music, putting on a vibrant show, and even producing the music as well. They have released many of their own tracks on Subliminal Records, Twisted, Sounds Like Music, Cutting Records, and countless others. Their remix of “Dancin'” on Subliminal Records reached the #1 spot on the top download site, DJDownload.com, and stayed on top for many weeks. Las Vegas hosts a weekly radio show featuring live and new mixes of the Manufactured Superstars. Every Wednesday nights, they take over the Las Vegas airwaves from channel 94.7fm.
The Manufactured Superstars’ main goal and fundamental idea is to play fun and energetic music to enhance the vibe and energy of any atmosphere. The dancfloor is never empty nor stationary when they take over the decks. They are not afraid to play records . They have exceptional skills of incorporating all types of music so effortlessly into their live acts. They truly put on a high-energy performance, as they fly through more than 100 tracks in a two-hour set.
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A Titanium Collar Stay That Opens Beer and More?
Ever been stranded on your yacht in the middle of the Potomac and dropped the only bottle opener overboard? Yeah, we haven’t either but, with the Titan Multi-Tool Collar Stays you would be prepared. For that matter, you’ll be prepared any time a collared shirt and bottle opener happen to be necessary in the same setting. This is more often than one would think, just wait until the fraternities hear about this one.
At first glance these are clearly something different, maybe just a gimmick one would think. Sure, a collar stay crafted of titanium seems like extreme overkill but this one does so much more. Need to open a beer, tighten (or loosen) a screw, cut an annoying loose thread, or just keep your shirt collar from looking terrible? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this gadget has you covered.
Four will set you back a steep $50, but you will be one of the few and proud to own a shirt accessory made out of titanium with functionality that would make MacGyver jealous.
Pricing and more information can be found via: exuvius.com. Not sure what a collar stay is? Guys please take note, a lot more people need to use these. This is one instance where using Wikipedia as a reference should be okay. And here is what they have to say about collar stays:
“The stays ensure that the collar lies flat against the collarbone, looking crisp and remaining in the correct place.”
Lost Society DC Preview II
As you saw in the Sneak Preview of Lost Society we posted last month, this place was shaping up to be a pretty slick spot. With construction nearing completion, the project is looking absolutely stunning. Have a look at these progress pics from early June 2011!
U.S. Air Guitar Championships (DC Regional): Sat 6/11/11 [9:30 Club]
If you have ever dreamed of becoming a rock star without having to practice an instrument, your moment to shine has arrived!
This Saturday at 7 pm, the legendary 9:30 Club will be hosting the U.S. Air Guitar Championship DC Regional competition. Contestants will have a chance to exhibit their air guitar skills for a chance to compete in August at the U.S. Air Guitar Finals. The winner of this will then be flown to compete at the Oulu Music Video Festival in Finland to compete at the international level!
Round 1: Competitors perform a song of their choosing.
Round 2: Those who advance perform an improv to a surprise song selected by a panel of independent judges.
Contestants will perform for one minute of a song and be judged on a combination of technical merit, stage presence, and “airness.” Participation is free and contestants must arrive no later than 7 pm to sign in. Roadies and groupies are expected to pay for entry.
Founded in 2003, U.S. Air Guitar is the official Air Guitar Association of the United States and is responsible for operating the U.S. Air Guitar Championships, official Regional events, and specialized championships.
U.S. Air Guitar is devoted to taking our nation’s unofficial pastime out of the bedroom and putting it up on the world stage. US Air Guitar is an official member of the World Air Guitar Association. Entering its seventh year in the US and its fourteenth year world-wide, official national championships currently are held in 24 countries around the globe.
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
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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.
