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Market Days Weekend Party NOT TO BE MISSED Saturday August 10th

Revolution
proudly presents our 3rd installment for Market Days Saturday night in
Chicago. Following the great times we had with “Wild West” in ’11 and
“SuperHero” in ’12, this year we go down deep with SuperStar
International DJ Aron Abizker making his triumphant return to Chicago
after his spectacular midwest debut this past February for “War
Revolution”. Get ready to join this packed house of energy filled with
top notch set design, costuming, international go go boys and custom
light show.

LIMITED $40 Advance Tickets available now at CRAM on Broadway, www.houseofblues.com and this weekend (July 12-14) with the Neverland Boys down in Pilsen at their 3 day anniversary party!  

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NVRLAND Neverland Art Exhibit in Chicago July 12-14

NVRLND (“Neverland”) is a circuit party based in Chicago that infuses
art and original design into its events. In addition to throwing
Neverland parties, our creative team also owns the brands GayGlow and
Drag Carnage, which are exclusive to Hydrate Nightclub.

Founder & Creative Director – Anthony DiFiore
Founder & Head of Production – Damian Martin
Artistic Director – Ian Bulla (Fierce Finder Studio)


NVRLND (www.facebook.com/NeverlandParties)
has partnered with Lacuna Artist Loft Studios in the Pilsen gallery
district of Chicago to present the “Neverland Art Exhibit” on July
12th-14th!!! This groundbreaking event–the very first time a circuit
party has held an art exhibit–will feature large-scale prints from our
photoshoots and events, original costumes from our parties, and
performance art, in addition to great house music and a NVRLND lighting
display.

OPENING RECEPTION – Friday July 12h
Time: 7pm-
9:30pm (coincides with Pilsen Art Walk)


Location: Lacuna Loft Studio Rooftop Deck (http://lacuna2150.com/media/roof-top-deck/)
DJ: Matthew Harvat of Circuit Mom Productions
Details: On Friday night we’ll be having a special opening reception on
Lacuna’s fabulous rooftop deck. This beautiful space overlooking the
Chicago skyline will be lit up with NVRLND lighting and the sounds of DJ
Matthew Harvat (Circuit Mom). We’ll be showcasing a sampling of the
prints and costumes that will be on display Saturday & Sunday in the
first-floor Gallery.

WEEKEND EXHIBIT – Saturday & Sunday July 13th-14th
Time: Noon to 7pm both days (coincides with Lacuna Art Walk & F.A.M.E. Street Festival)
Location: Lacuna Loft Studio Gallery (http://lacuna2150.com/gallery/)
DJ: Jalil Z (Miami) on Saturday and Phil DaBeatz on Sunday


Details: July 13th-14th, during Pilsen’s F.A.M.E. Street Festival and
Second Saturdays Art Walk, Neverland will be showcasing all of its
photography, costumes, and performance art at the beautiful warehouse
loft Gallery inside Lacuna Loft Studios. We will be transforming this
amazing space with art, lighting, music, hot dancers, and our most
talented drag performers. We’re giving you a fierce daytime party inside
an art exhibit!!

Help us celebrate our 1-year anniversary in a truly groundbreaking and unique way!!!

EVENT PRICING: FREE
Guest Photographer and Videographer: Marco Ovando
Photography by: Fierce Finder Studio and Jonathan Mathias
Original costumes by: Damian Martin, Raul Redaggio, and Eddie Couture
Music by: DJ Matthew Harvat, DJ Jalil Z (Miami), and DJ Phil DaBeatz

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Out Gay Country Singer Steve Grand Comes Clean

Hey, Sex Sells. 

And the male body is a beautiful thing and NOTHING to be ashamed of.  
Last week we told you about our discovery, Steve Grand from Chicago who is the first openly gay male country singer. His first video is out and he is on his way. 

An awesome voice – and quite an awesome body!
Steve released his self-funded and deeply emotional music video “All-American Boy” on July 3 and already it’s been viewed 611,000 times on YouTube!
In his debut track, he sings about having a crush on his best guy friend, immediately striking a nerve with his new fans who could finally relate to a song written by someone like them.
 Back in 2010, Grand posed for DNA Magazine in a series of photos shot by Tom Cullis, under his model name of Steve Chatham.
He recently spoke to The Backlot about his modeling past: “I wasn’t sure how people would respond to the video; things on the internet never go away. I knew that my modeling pictures that I did previously — which I am absolutely not ashamed of! I don’t regret them or think they’re a bad thing; the human body is something to be celebrated.”
um…it’s not going to hurt your career!

READ MORE ABOUT STEVE THIS WEEK at WISCONSIN GAZZETTE

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Chicago Gay Mens Chorus SOME LIKE IT HOT July 29th


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CHICAGO GAY MEN’S CHORUS

QUENCHES THE SUMMER WITH A COOL CABARET SHOW 

 

 

 

WHAT: 

Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus (CGMC) is extending their 30th season into the summer with a new cabaret show: “Some Like It Hot.”
CGMC provides two show times under the direction of Jimmy Morehead and
L. T. Johnson at Lakeview’s newest comedy club, the Laugh Factory.

 

Song selections include swingin’ standards like Night and Day and Another Hot Day in Harlem, showtune favorites like Too Darn Hot, and current hits from Adele and Esperanza Spalding.

 

Tickets are on sale for $25 for general admission and $50 for VIP seating (7:15 show only) – both with a two drink minimum. VIP ticket holder’s reception will be hosted from 6:00 p.m.- 7:15 p.m. with drinks – plus hors d’oeuvres from LM Restaurant Group. For tickets and more information, visit www.laughfactory.com/clubs/chicago/date/2013-07-29

  

WHEN/WHERE:

  • Monday, July 29, 2013 – 7:15 p.m. AND 9:30 p.m.                                                         Laugh Factory- 3175 North Broadway; Chicago, IL 60657
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Steve Grand from Chicago is America’s First Out Gay Male Country Singer

STEVE GRAND…from Chicago is 

America’s first openly gay male country singer!

I fought with who I was for most of my life. In every way a young person can fight with himself.

But starting today… I’m laying it out there. I’m done playing it safe.

I don’t have a manager or a label or any sort of funding other than the
tip money I make playing piano downtown at The Joynt, and also,
ironically to some, in the churches on Sunday morning… (we’ll see how
long I’ll be singing “Glory to God” should this video see the light of
day).

As far as the ascetic achievements of the video… lets
just say I was lucky to have a good friend introduce me to the best team
I could have asked for… who held on to the roller coaster that was
this project and dealt with all my intensity and craziness as the true
professionals they were.

I wrote the song during a drunken
piano jam session at a party. I recorded the vocals in my parents
basement and worked with my friend Max Steger: http://maxsteger.com/ to record and mix the rest of the instruments.

I feel like music industry people wouldn’t like the idea of me
“pigeonholing” myself by telling this story as I have. But I don’t
believe the world sees change until it sees honesty.

So I went in on my own.

I went all in. There is no Plan B. I’m nervous/excited/horrified/anxious about the implications all of the choices I am making (and have made throughout my journey of discovering myself as a man and as an artist) will have on my future. But then I remind myself I never really had a choice. This is the story I’ve been aching to tell my most of my life… it is what I hold dearest to me.

BUT my story would never have seen the light of day were it not for the kindness and generosity of so many that helped me through this process, many of whom asked for nothing in return. I know my passion and intensity for this project were a lot to deal with (that might be the understatement of the year.. ;)) I want to thank my crew and everyone involved for doing your best to help me keep my sanity… just barely. And thank you for sticking with me; for your flexibility and patience and helping to bring my vision to life. And to mom and dad… I know you guys don’t always understand just what the hell I am trying to do, but continue to love and support me nonetheless. It means everything to me… 

-Steve


download track here: http://stevegrand.bandcamp.com/ holding nothing back. time to be brave. time to free my spirit and live my American dream. –  its free or, pay what you like. Every dollar helps.

WATCH THE NEW VIDEO

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Scarlet Bar Chicago – Always Improving Party Machine

DID YOU KNOW HOW SCARLET BAR GOT ITS NAME? 

 “Scarlet reaches back in time for its inspiration and
theme starting with its name. In the 1920’s, members of the GLBT
community wore a piece of scarlet colored clothing to signal their
affiliation to others. Traditionally, scarlet is the color of flame.

Further inspiration came from the “pansy craze” of the early 1930s.
Gay life in Chicago, New York, and other cities was more visible and
accepted. Lesbian salons attracted sightseers to Towertown (now known
as the Magnificent Mile), while drag entertainers were a feature at
South Side clubs.  

It would take close to 50 years before the seeds of the GLBT
community were planted in Lakeview. Today, it isn’t necessary to wear a
small piece of scarlet, we can display it proudly across the top of our
door.”

Originators of Frat Night, Liquid Brunch, The First Ward Ball and Dance-off with Your Pants off! Scarlet Bar is a fun place to be! Probably the FUNNEST. Scarlet has enjoyed a rapid ascension on Halsted. Since it’s opening, the venue  continues to win new fans with an almost cultlike following thanks to Frat-boy parties; sexy bartenders dressing up and flowing Champagne on Sunday with music provided by outstanding top DJ’s from all over the city. 
Scarlet opened in 2007 then suffered fire and water damage in 2009. And since then, continues to evolve and make improvements and small changes to fine tune this well greased party machine. They recently updated and added new murals, granite bar tops, new wall coverings and new dj booth and they moved it back farther, new floors, and a new FunktionOne sound system. FunktionOne are Renowned designers and manufacturers of the highest quality sound reinforcement equipment and original founders of Turbosound! Scarlet can REALLY ROCK IT OUT NOW! If you like great DJ’s and dancing, check it out!

There is also new drink menu designed by famed mixologist Ben Newby

Come in and experience a piece of Chicago history and Chicago history in the making at Scarlet.

Scarlet Bar   3320 N. Halsted  773-348-1053

also visit….

Taverna 750

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The largest gay dance party series, Revolution, returns this month with “JAWBREAKER”, on Saturday, June 29, 2013.

CircuitMOM Productions is partnering with the beautiful city of Vienna,
Austria to promote LGBT travel to this lush, gorgeous and historic
destination.  Together, they will bring you the sweetest, sexiest, hard
candy gay pride party celebrating all things Marie Antoinette.  Her
lavish life style, her decadent love life and her over-the-top party
life will be brought to life with the deliciously hot DJ/Producer Billy
Lace
(Matinee, NYC) making his Revolution debut.
  Chicago’s famed House
Of Blues with be transformed into a French palace complete with a two
story set design, imported sticky and sweet French go go boys and girls
and a not-so-candy-coated performance by the legendary Circuit MOM. This
is Chicago’s only large scale dance party on Saturday night of pride
weekend!  Come get your sweet tooth satisfied and shake your hard candy
at this masquerade ball before the big parade on Sunday afternoon.
Tickets available at CRAM FASHION-3329 N. Broadway, the House Of Blues box office (both in Chicago) and always online atwww.houseofblues.com/chicago.
Want a taste?  Watch the video!

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Vienna Gay Travel


The Best Rooms in Boystown….


Use CODE BGC When Booking!

CITY SUITES HOTEL

THE WILLOWS

MAJESTIC HOTEL

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Pride Fest Chicago June 22 and 23, 2013

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Sasha Gradiva June 22 – NOT TO BE MISSED

SATURDAY June 22nd,  8pm on the NORTH Stage of Pride Fest – you do not want to miss  SASHA GRADIVA. 

Nightlife
used to be ruled by the mandate of the velvet rope where only a select few were
granted entry into the exclusive party. The late nineties and the first decade
of the millennium were the V.I.P era, when clubs thrived on celebrating those
deemed privileged – usually due to money or good looks – by sectioning them off
into special roped off areas.  Sure,
these practices still exist at some haunts, but they’ve become passé,
overshadowed by an emerging movement that shuns the exclusivity of yesteryear.  It’s a movement being led by club artists
like Lady Gaga, Sasha Gradiva, and Ke$ha whose anthems (“Born this Way”, “We R
Who We R” and “Come with Us”) promote inclusiveness and make it cool to welcome everyone to the party.

 

“The club world has changed,” confirms Sasha
Gradiva, who is currently touring the country on her “Lovers Wanted” club
tour.  Her new song, “Come with Us”,
written by Gradiva and Justin Tranter and produced by Axident and platinum hit
maker Tricky Stewart (who produced
Rihanna’s “Umbrella” and Beyoncé’s “Single
Ladies (Put a Ring on It)
”, invites the disenfranchised
to join her posse.  “Old club tracks used
to intimidate. They heralded glitz and bling, and
were very
surface. I’d rather my music be inclusive. More over, music should have
substance.”

According to Gradiva, marching to your own drum is
acceptable today.  “It means that you are
different from others.  Our differences
are what make us unique and special. Trying to be someone else – or trying to
fit in with the status quo – will only dim your light,” she says.

She admits that growing up, she was an
outsider.  “I was the kid with the wild
hair, wearing crazy outfits.  I loved
fashion but not the pretty pashminas and floral dresses all the other girls
were wearing.  I was always experimenting
with avant-garde styles that made me seem a bit freakish to other kids.” 

The point of “Come With Us” is to make all who listen to it feel
understood, embraced and loved.  She says
it carries a special relevance to her gay fans. 

“My message to the gay community is be true you.   When
you fearlessly fight for what you believe in and remain hopelessly optimistic
about life, love and the future, you create connection with all in your path,
most importantly with yourself.”

“Not everyone is going to appreciate you
for the real you,” she continues, “but that’s not your problem.  That’s on them.” 

Not everyone appreciated the real Sasha
Gradiva when she arrived at last year’s Grammy Awards wearing a pink dress and
a costumed (but very real looking) semi automatic assault rifle.  In addition to getting her in big
trouble
with event security, she was
lambasted by the press and featured on several worst-dressed lists.

 

“The
outfit wasn’t a random choice,” she explains. “I wanted to get people to think
about the absurd amount of guns and weapons that are on streets today.  We need to get rid of them.” 

Referring
to the recent Sandy Hook massacre, she says, “People shouldn’t be expressing
how sorry they are for one week and then forget about it the next.  That’s what bothers me the most. Do something
about it!”

In Come
with Us, there’s a line that says “when you’re ready, come with us”.

“It simply means when you are ready to make change, you will.  When you’re ready to get off your ass, you
will.”

And Sasha
Gradiva will be there waiting for you with open arms.

Don’t miss her at Chicago Pride Fest!

Sasha Gradiva website

Sasha on Facebook

Sasha on SoundCloud


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Studio Paris T PARTY Returns June 16th

IT’S BACK!
Studio Paris presents another Sunday afternoon T Dance. 
Since opening its doors, Studio Paris has redefined nightlife in
Chicago. Blending the allure of an exclusive cocktail lounge with the
vibrant energy of a premier nightclub, it’s become one of the most
sought-out hot spots and event spaces. Boasting a state-of-the-art
Funktion One sound system and an unrivaled audio-visual experience,
Studio Paris has hosted some of the biggest names in electronic music:
Tiesto. DeadMau5. Avicii. Kaskade. Calvin Harris.
 On any given night a mix
of celebrities, top athletes and influencers from the world of fashion
and entertainment can be found partying beneath the room’s signature  AMAZING retractable glass roof, making Studio Paris unlike any other venue in
Chicago.
The Sunday afternoon T happens several times a year.  With a mix of Men & Women of Power
& Intrigue. This Event is brought to you by “Key Host” Charles May, who  creates an atmosphere filled with like minded
people to set the bar high in a comfortable environment with the latest
in Design and Music! 

 A Sunday Fun-day
afternoon spent with the Entrepreneurs, Fashion Designers, Club owners,
Shop Owners, Designers in the Floral Business, Chefs, Salon Owners, The
City’s Leading Hair stylists, Restaurant Owners, Artist, DJ’s, and all
those that Contribute to this Amazing Gay Community in our Beautiful
City of Chicago. Networking is one of the key’s to great Success! You
Never Know who you might Meet! 

Come join us and share in a growing
effort to empower us All!! 
Having fun Is just the beginning!   3pm – 8pm 



START YOUR DAY WITH AN AMAZING BRUNCH downstairs at Paris Club.

Leading the helm of Paris Club’s kitchen is Executive Chef Alex
Ageneau
.  Ageneau spent his youth in France and at the age of eighteen
set out on a whirlwind culinary tour working for some of the world’s top
chefs in France, London, Los Angeles and Chicago.  Taking cues from his
French heritage, Ageneau brings a sense of whimsy to some of his
favorite traditional dishes. It truly is like a fabulous step into Paris  France, without getting on a plane!

Affordable and so delicious! $11- $20. Eggs Benedict, Norwegian
Benedict, Eggs Florentine, Parisian Crepes, Chocolate French Toast and
on and on! So many choices.  Flavors and tastes are amazing  and 
service is always  impeccable.

While I love the Lobster soft scrambled eggs – black truffled – a
variation I believe of the  dinner Lobster Crostini  – get one and share
it. It’s delicious – and rich.

While brunches are made for Bloody Marys – I still like my afternoon
white wine. I was pleasantly surprised at all of the affordable options.
There are not many 4 or 5 star restaurants that you can order a really
great glass of wine for $8-$12.


Brunch is available  10am – 4pm.
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Dani Toro and Circuit Mom Productions for IML Weekend in Chicago

IML 35! You have got tons of events all weekend coming up , but one of my favorites is always International Mr. Leather Victory Celebration Party concert  at HOUSE OF BLUES!  Sunday, May 26th. 

This years DJ is the supersexy DANI TORO from Barcelona!
Based in Bacerlona (Spain) – Dani Toro is an artist that doesn’t fall under any labels, his music style is unique.

While he makes my mouth water, his sets are always strong and very energetic, which borderline between
Tribal House and Progressive, and blends it wellwith Mainstream House,
delightning the most demanding crowd.

He has worked at he best LGBT European Clubs. Although his career started back in 1999, he had his major
break in the LGBT Circuit Scene in 2009, by becoming one of the guest
headliners for MADRID Pride 2009 – which took place at Vazquez de Mella
square – where he played for a crowd of over 6000 people. Further more,
the same night, he played at Madrid’s Iconic Party “HEAVEN” (Madrid
Pride, 2009).

In the last few years (2010, 2011, 2012), Dani Toro has become a favorite headliner at Barcelona Pride.

OH – and don’t get there too late!  Producer Matthew Harvat has said that the opening production number will be OFF THE HOOK!!!  And NOT  TO BE MISSED!

Sunday 05/26/2013

Doors: 09:00 PM
Show: 09:00 PM
Price: $65.00 – General Admission
Ages: 21+

House of Blues Chicago


329 N. Dearborn
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 923-2000

Rest up Monday daytime because Monday night is an annual party, The Black and Blue Ball,  at The Castle (formerly Excalibur) that is a favorite of ours. Matthew Harvat will  dj  with Ralphi Rosario!!  Rosario is a Chicago legend! 

Highly sought after to work as a DJ and remixer and he has released several
full-length albums. Rosario has remixed tracks by artists including INXS, the Shamen, Jomanda, Culture Beat, Gloria Estefan, Dee-Lite, Pet Shop Boys, Madonna, Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, Kelly Clarkson, Pussycat Dolls, and Princess X.

The classic officially
sanctioned IML closing party returns with a completely remodeled club
inside the old Excalibur! You won’t believe your eyes, but more
importantly, your ears will fall in love with the VOID Sound System.
It’s like no other in the country and THIS will be the VOID debut to the
gay audience!

What was once a small party for 100 people in a
hotel bar, The Black & Blue Ball has grown to a landmark,
international leather dance party with upwards of 2000 people making
this event one of the largest gay parties in Chicago. With 20,000
square feet of party space on 4 levels, this final blow out of the IML
weekend is sure to be the best one yet.

Chicago’s legendary
DJ/Producer/Remixer Ralphi Rosario will bring his Grammy nominated
passion and talent to the IML stage for the first time and it is sure to
be epic. DJ Matthew Harvat returns to the party he took over 12 years
ago to spin his own special mix of dirty house and classic vocals.

You’d better take off on Tuesday, because the 35th Anniversary Black and Blue Ball is going to wear. you. out.

Individual tickets are ONLY available at the ticket booth located in
the leather mart of the Marriott Hotel (the host hotel) starting Friday,
May 24th or at the door of CASTLE the night of the event. See you
there.

THE CASTLE
632 North Dearborn Street

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Chaka Kahn Headlines Center on Halsteds Human First Gala May 18

Tickets are still available for  Center on Halsted’s  Human First gala on May 18th.  An amazing fun-filled evening,  honoring several outstanding community members and enjoying a great performance by Chicago native, Chaka Khan, followed by dancing until midnight

This year’s Human First Award recipients include Sarah Schmidt & Julie Matthei, and Jonathan “Yoni” Pizer & Brad Lippitz, whose work to advance marriage equality has been essential to its growing success; and Richard Turner,
who has been active in AIDS/HIV and LGBTQ issues, as well as with
corporate and philanthropic communities. Being honored with the
Community Spirit Award will be Allstate Insurance Company,
which has been very supportive of agencies nationwide, particularly
around the issues of domestic violence and fiscal literacy. Co-chairing
this year’s event are Charles A. Schrock and Laura RickettsBillie Jean King, has agreed to serve as Honorary Co-Chair along with Amina Dickerson, Anne Kaplan, Abby O’Neil & Carroll Joynes, and Maria Bechily & Scott Hodes.

 Please join us at the amazing Hilton, 720 S. Michigan, 

 in what is sure
to be a memorable evening. 

Tickets are available at Centeronhalsted.org/hf. 


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Deborah Cox LIVE at ROSCOES!! March 22nd, 2013

THIS IS GOING TO BE OFF THE HOOK!

Deborah Cox will be starring in the re-staging of JEKYLL & HYDE and  will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 West Randolph St.) for two weeks only, March 12 – 24, 2013.

American Idol star and Tony® Award nominee Constantine Maroulis joins with Grammy® Award nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox to inject new life into the classic tale of good and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE.  This is going to be a great pairing!! And headed straight to Broadway, after the Chicago opening.

SuperStar Deborah Cox will make a special  appearance at Roscoes on March 22nd!
Performing her awesome dance hit songs LIVE!

Roscoes  3356 Halsted st.   
 $5 cover after 11pm.

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Chicagos Newest Parties – Freedom Revolution Feb 15-17

CircuitMOM Productions, Inc. is proud to announce a whole new weekend of REVOLUTION events in Chicago. 

FREEDOM REVOLUTION: HONOR, WAR & PEACE debuts over the President’s Day holiday, February 15-17, 2013, bringing world class DJ’s and award winning productions to the Chicago, featuring the Chicago debuts of Remixer/Producer DJ Seth Cooper, International super DJ Aron Abikzer and Miami-based DJ Cincel Coss.  DJ Phil DaBeatz and world-wide phenomenon DJ Tony Moran round out the lineup of amazing talents to finish off this amazing weekend of parties. 

Following the success of the sold out 2012 REVOLUTION parties for IML, Market Days and Halloween, this February heats up with not one, but four events destined to become yearly tradition.  Online ticket link here! 



Friday, February 15, 2013 – Minibar hosts “HONOR”  (9p-2a) FREE!


Enjoying success with his wildly popular remixes and mash-ups, sexy DJ/Producer Seth Cooper makes his debut appearance with Circuit MOM for a kick-off party like no other being hosted at Chicago’s swanky lounge, Minibar.  Start your party weekend off right with a night of original beats, great drinks and a chance to win tickets to both WAR and PEACE.  No cover charge and winners must be present to win.   Facebook event page here

Saturday, February 16, 2013 – House of Blues hosts “WAR” (10p-5a)
CircuitMOM Productions, Inc. is excited to bring Chicago the sizzling sounds of acclaimed Israeli producer/remixer DJ Aron Abikzer. Named by OUT Magazine as a “Top 10 DJ’s You Should Know” for 2012, his meteoric rise to DJ royalty has taken him around the globe and featured him at the White Party Miami this past November. Aron is headlining Alegria NYC this month and MasterBEAT LA later this spring. His remixes, podcasts and SoundCloud feeds are some of the best tribal, vocal and house beats on the planet. He is paired with another one of OUT Magazine’s “Top 10 DJ’s You Should Know”, Chicago’s very own tribal master, DJ Phil DaBeatz who’s packed dance floors thrive on every beat of his bass and drums style. 

This will be a Saturday night like no other

Facebook event page here-

 Sunday, February 17, 2013 – Excalibur hosts “PEACE” (10p-4a)
The completely remodeled Excalibur will make its phenomenal debut to the gay community with “PEACE” featuring the iconic beats, vocals, remixes and dark sounds of legendary Grammy-nominated DJ Tony Moran.   His long awaited return to Chicago is the perfect time to unveil the redesigned, state-of-the-art sound, lighting and space at Excalibur guaranteed to blow your mind. 

In our continuing quest to introduce new talent to Chicago, we present another amazing debut for FREEDOM REVOLUTION in DJ Cindel Coss.  Raised on house music in Chicago but also drawing on his Puerto Rican roots, this young, Miami-based DJ/producer is quickly becoming known as “The King Of Drums.”   DJ Cindel can go from pool party to afterhours with his sets and is the perfect match for Tony Moran to bring Sunday nights’ event to a climactic end to the weekend. 

Facebook event page here-


Just Added  -Late Night Friday, February 15, 2013-Hydrate hosts “Big Brother”  (until 4a)

The guys that bring you Chicago’s NVRLND parties offer up their own visually enticing and progressive fresh new DJ’s for a late night Friday party.  Making his Chicago debut, the wildly popular DJ Isaac Escalante (Mexico City) will bring his dark, sexy beats to this voyeuristic, laser-tastic  event . 

Facebook page here    

Please note-  This is a separately ticketed party and NOT on our weekend pass.  Please visit Brown Paper Tickets   

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Justin Hayford Benefit Concert – Pay What You Can

How cool is this? 

Last month we told you about the Justin Hayford benefit CD – now there is a benefit show!

Chicago Jazz Musician Justin Hayford

Plays Gershwin at Davenport’s
Fourth annual benefit for AIDS Legal Council of Chicago

            On January 20th and 27that
7pm,
Chicago musician Justin Hayford will host “The Gershwins in Love,”
evening of classic Gershwin love songs—from the sublime to the
ridiculous.  This is the fourth annual benefit for AIDS Legal Council of
Chicago (“ALCC”) at Davenport’s Piano Bar in Wicker Park.  Hayford, who
just released his fourth studio album on December 1, will treat
attendees to well-loved Gershwin hits like I’ve Got a Crush on You, ’Swonderful, Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off, They All Laughed,  and Someone to Watch Over Me.  Fans should also be prepared for a few rarities that few have ever heard.  Hayford has been called “a superb talent” by the Chicago Tribune and a “hip piano-playing saloon singer who should be heard more often” by Rex Reed.

            All
proceeds raised from “The Gershwins in Love” shows go directly to AIDS
Legal Council of Chicago.
  Attendees simply pay whatever they like at
the end of the show.
  

Reservations can be made online at davenportspianobar.com or by phone at 773-278-1830    

           
Founded in 1987, AIDS Legal Council of Chicago works to preserve,
promote, and protect the legal rights of men, women, children, and
families in the metropolitan Chicago area impacted by HIV

and
AIDS.  The Council provides free direct legal services to people in
need, educates the public about HIV-related legal issues, and advocates
for social policies that ensure fair treatment for all people
affected by HIV and AIDS.

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Chicago Jazz Musician Justin Hayford at Davenports Benefit Jan 20 and 27th

How cool is this?  Last month we told you about the Justin Hayford benefit CD – now there is a benefit show!

Chicago Jazz Musician Justin Hayford Plays Gershwin at Davenport’s
Fourth annual benefit for AIDS Legal Council of Chicago

            On January 20th and 27that
7pm,
Chicago musician Justin Hayford will host “The Gershwins in Love,”
evening of classic Gershwin love songs—from the sublime to the
ridiculous.  This is the fourth annual benefit for AIDS Legal Council of
Chicago (“ALCC”) at Davenport’s Piano Bar in Wicker Park.  Hayford, who
just released his fourth studio album on December 1, will treat
attendees to well-loved Gershwin hits like I’ve Got a Crush on You, ’Swonderful, Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off, They All Laughed,  and Someone to Watch Over Me.  Fans should also be prepared for a few rarities that few have ever heard.  Hayford has been called “a superb talent” by the Chicago Tribune and a “hip piano-playing saloon singer who should be heard more often” by Rex Reed.

            All
proceeds raised from “The Gershwins in Love” shows go directly to AIDS
Legal Council of Chicago.
  Attendees simply pay whatever they like at
the end of the show.
  

Reservations can be made online at davenportspianobar.com or by phone at 773-278-1830    

           
Founded in 1987, AIDS Legal Council of Chicago works to preserve,
promote, and protect the legal rights of men, women, children, and
families in the metropolitan Chicago area impacted by HIV

and
AIDS.  The Council provides free direct legal services to people in
need, educates the public about HIV-related legal issues, and advocates
for social policies that ensure fair treatment for all people
affected by HIV and AIDS.

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HYDRATE Purity Ball Dec. 22

Among devout Christians,
the Purity Ball is a gathering of young people who sign a vow of
chastity. NVRLND is about to do its take on this evangelical classic. On
SATURDAY, DEC. 22ND, we regain our virginity for the new year.

This will be the fiercest White Party to hit Chicago. NVRLND’s heavy
arsenal of lights and lasers…new LED dance boxes…the return of the
photo booth…white confetti…bad-ass costumes…CO2…3D
carnage…we’re putting on a f**king show.

DJ JALIL Z (Miami, FL) returns after his highly successful NVRLND Labor Day party
DEBBIE FOX hosts
Live Drums by Mo Kabre, Lighting by Joe Gillan
Production/Costumes by Eddie Couture, Damian Martin, Raul Redaggio, and CHOKE by Shawn Satterfield

NVRLND dancers. NVRLND production. NVRLND lasers.

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Chicago Singer John Jones new cd Everything I Have

When I listen to this record it feels like everything in my life was leading up to this. This is the album I was born to make.

 Chicago-based singer/songwriter John Jones couldn’t be any more proud of his third collection of original songs, “Everything I Have.” Self-produced and recorded at home, the album is the ultimate DIY project. Four of the album’s 13 tracks have guest guitarists, and everything else you hear is John. He says he’s still proud of his first two releases, “Homegrown” and “Shine Right Where You Are”…but “Everything I Have” has more resonance. 
John says, “Every piece of my life is here: romance, heartbreak, friendship, spirituality. It’s a checklist of everything that’s significant in my world. The first time I listened to the master, I actually got a little emotional…that’s how personal it is, and that’s how much the finished product sounds like the music I’ve been hearing in my head for the past year as I recorded it.

But John isn’t just proud of what the album means to him; he’s proud of its potential to mean something to others. “It’s not trendy, but it’s definitely commercial,” he says. “Karma Man, God in Your Houses, Talk to Me, Paper Plane…they’re all singles. The melodies stick, the lyrics really say something…this is completely accessible pop music. Now I just need to figure out the right platforms for it to be heard.” 
John’s campaign for success starts with a music video for Karma Man, filmed in England in October. You can keep an eye out for the video, sample the new album, and find out where John is performing by visiting his website, JohnJonesChicago.com, or his Facebook page, Facebook.com/johnjoneschi. 
“Everything I Have” is available now  on iTunes,  CD Baby, and Amazon.
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Biggest Dance Event of the Season! Sept. 15th


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Go Go Gods, Aerialists, Dance Music and More Sept. 15th

 What happens when you combine
50 Muscled Go-Go Boys &
Flying Aerialists,
Ten Live Musicians
and ONE Amazing
Chart Topping Diva?

 

A ONE NIGHT STAND!
 
 
 
Kick
up your heels, grab a cocktail, and meet us on the dancefloor to let
out your
inner diva for Chicago House’s HOTTEST new event!
 

We’re pulling out all the stops for a never seen before
experiential dance party full of alluring theatrics, all surrounding
disco legend Linda Clifford,
with pulsating music offered up by DJ Matthew Harvat. 

Brought to you by the imaginative producers of Dance For Life and Chicago Takes Off!

 

Tickets at the $35, $50, $125 and $200 levels are all available online at www.chicagohouse.org

 

Saturday, September 15th        8PM-Late
Park West          322 West Armitage

 

Proceeds
will benefit the housing and supportive services Chicago House provides
to over 1,400 HIV affected and at risk men, women, and children every
year.

 

Finally, a One Night Stand you DON’T need to be embarrassed about. 



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