Category Archives: Music
Market Days Weekend Party NOT TO BE MISSED Saturday August 10th

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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! |
NVRLAND Neverland Art Exhibit in Chicago July 12-14

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)
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/
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/
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
Out Gay Country Singer Steve Grand Comes Clean

Hey, Sex Sells.
READ MORE ABOUT STEVE THIS WEEK at WISCONSIN GAZZETTE
Steve Grand from Chicago is America’s First Out Gay Male Country Singer

STEVE GRAND…from Chicago is
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.

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

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.
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.
Facebook Event Page
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 SoundCloud
Studio Paris T PARTY Returns June 16th
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.
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.
& 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!
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!
effort to empower us All!!

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!
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.
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.
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+ |
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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
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 Ricketts. Billie 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.
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.
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.
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
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.”
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.”
Go Go Gods, Aerialists, Dance Music and More Sept. 15th

Flying Aerialists,
Chart Topping Diva?
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!
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!
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.







































