Taryn Manning – November 14 – House Music Saved My Life

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United 2Nite Entertainment/House Music Saved My Life will stage a night of entertainment on Friday, November 14th, at the House of Music and Entertainment, featuring a live Vocal & DJ set by actress Taryn Manning. You may know Taryn Manning from the hit Netflix series “Orange is the New Black” as well as from her various other role in “Sons of Anarchy”, “8 Mile” & Hustle and Flow just to name a few. Taryn also has EDM tracks out with legendary House Producers Sultan & Ned Shepard. This will be the first in a showcase of events entitled “The Red Carpet Series” produced by United 2Nite benefitting featuring a variety of celebrity acts. All events will be hosted at The House of Music and Entertainment (H.O.M.E. Bar) located at 1227 N Rand Rd Arlington Heights, IL.

Door for this event open at 9:00pm and the show will run till 4am.

The lineup of talent for the night will be headlined by Taryn Manning, BDRE, Chris Bachmann (New York City) & Kings of Class. Other acts appearing that evening will include rising local talent such as Akib, Arvii Mala, Armour, DJ Nurotic (Kiss FM) and More!

Tickets are on sale right now for only $15. For more information or to purchase tickets, please go to www.housemusicsavedmylife.com/shop.

Dillon Francis – Money Sucks Friends Rule [3.5/4]

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Marcin

Wow, what a difference a year can make; the last time I saw Dillon Francis was at the Aragon Ballroom when he played an after party with Excision. Unfortunately both let me down that night and I ended up leaving the show early. Fast forward to 2014 after months of touring the biggest festivals in the world and releasing a few hit singles Dillon Francis comes out with a much anticipated 1st album Money Sucks Friends Rule. I honestly didn’t know what to expect from Dillon, but I started to like his sound after he dropped his single “Messages” and after “Get Low” hit the airwaves I knew I wanted more. That song alone got Dj Snake on my radar. Money Sucks, Friends Rule will definitely give everyone something to listen to. The first song “All that” had to grow on me mainly because of the hip hop influence once it did it completed what is a very multi dimensional album that you can put on repeat for nonstop dancing action. From slower songs to some awesome melodies and drops this album has it all. If you needed any more reason to see Dillon at the Aragon ballroom on Friday December 5, this is it. I give this album 4 out of 4 stars.

Nina:

Dillon Francis’ first album, “Money Sucks, Friends Rule”, takes #65 on the iTunes top album chart. The DJ granted his fans an album with tons of variety. One song contains rap and dubstep while another has a melody and vocals. You’ll definitely start hearing Francis’ songs at the parties and clubs you go to. I’m rating “Money Sucks, Friends Rule” a 3 out of 4 stars for the vibes and originality.

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Cathy:

The album, Money Sucks, Friends Rule, is quite possibly close to perfect! It really comes to no surprise when we find out that Dillon Francis is topping charts left and right. This album offers hit after hit, everybody will find a song on here that they cannot stop replaying. It is honestly refreshing to hear such a great album after well a pretty silent period of NEW in the EDM community. I seriously can’t take it when I listen to “I Can’t Take It.” “We Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” is absolutely weird, but it’s Dillon Francis, so I love it. A refreshing song that is bliss is my ears is most definitely “When We Were Young.” And I think we all know “What’s that Spell.” This album 100% convinced me to see Dillon Francis Dec 5th in Chicago! I”ll go von deeper for this one and give DJ Hanzel/ Rave Dad/ Diplo’s BFF a 4 out of 4!

Iza:

Dillon Francis’ first album and the most anticipated album of the year brings the best of all worlds to one album by mixing in all types of genres and artists. In just 12 tracks, Dillon manages to squeeze in mumbathon, pop, funk, house, and trap. This album is very original and it is obvious that Dillon put a lot of effort into it. My personal favorite is “Drunk All The Time” since it is a bit calmer (I’m a trance fan). I also like “We Make it Bounce” since I am a Major Lazer fan. Since he has blown fans away during his sets in the last year, I will be sure to see him on his tour. I give this album a 3/4.

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Just Stay Chi! Weekly Clubbing Preview 44 (2014)

Monday 11/3/2014

EvilOlive SRTB Presents: VooDoo Island Banger! w/ Dank RSVP Deal: Free before 11:00 PM
The MiD Industry Night RSVP Deal: Free before 11:30 PM

Tuesday 11/4/2014

Door no.3 Brotinez-Goodsex-Orville Kline Say “HATZ” at the door for FREE entry till 10:30 PM reduced after
Primary Primary $2 Tuesdays Say “Diana” at the door for FREE entry till 12AM Reduced After.
Roof on the Wit Roof Live Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Time  BPM  Industry Tuesday w/ Samm Anthony For reservations follow the LINK

Wednesday 11/5/2014

Smartbar Leja Hazer, Lindsay Bailey, Sold FREE
Studio Paris Studio Sessions: The Disco Fries , Jus Jack For Tickets follow the LINK. To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.
The Underground EDW – Steve Smooth For reservations email Host@TheUndergroundChicago.com

Thursday 11/6/2014

The MiD    Futuristic Polarbears Password: WHYSOCHI Free entry all night for ladies, free until 12 AM, ($10) after for gentlemen. For bottle service and table resevations text 773.504.4348 Also groups of 6 girls or more ask about our special bottle offer.
Primary Them Flavors Thursdays  -Extra Flavors Say “Diana” at the door for FREE entry till 12 AM Reduced After.
Roof on the Wit PHNM Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Spybar Diz, Chez Damier, Gene Farris , Josh RSVP: Free before 12 AM, $10 After
Smartbar Dj Adam El, Ldy Prblms vs. Boy Alberto, Lolly Gagger FREE
Studio Paris Fred Matters  To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.

Friday 11/7/2014

Castle Bass Therapy – Bizerk, Madd Massive, Kadenza, Boyce, Sketch Password: “WHYSOCHI” Ladies FREE ALL NIGHT, FREE before 11:30 PM and half off after for GENTLEMEN. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
EvilOlive Dave Seaman – Chris Walsh For tickets follow the LINK.
The MiD Mayhem at The Mid – The Magician, Fred Falke, Zebo Passowrd “WHYSOCHI” Free before 11 PM, $10 from 11 PM till 12 AM. Regular price after. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
Primary 1833 & Primary Present: Mostly Disco ft. Aeroplane For tickets follow the LINK.
Roof on the Wit Dj Evil One Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Smartbar Reagenz (Move D & Spacetime Continuum) For tickets follow the LINK.
Soundbar Win Woo, Dj Spin, Matt Garcia Password: “WHYSOCHI”  Free entry until 1 AM, half off after.  For bottle service and table resevations text 773.504.4348
Spybar Sander Kleinenberg -RJ Pickens, Dezza RSVP Deal: FREE Before 12 AM, $20 After.
Studio Paris Dj Spider  To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.
Time Out of Control Fridays – OC Bobby lite For reservations follow the LINK

Saturday 11/8/2014

8Fifty8 Dj Sye Young For Guest list and Table Reservations follow the LINK. For parties, call 312.455.2776.
Castle Groove Box Password: WHYSOCHI FREE all night for Ladies, Free untill 11:30PM (half off after) for gentlemen. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
EvilOlive Hot N Bothered – Tom Trago, Option 4, Gemini Club [Dj Set], Derek Specs, My Boy Elroy + More Text Evil Olive To 312 659 6922 – Open Sesame @ the door to get in free before 11 PM/$5 til 1 AM/$8 after
The MiD Paul Oakenfold Password: “WHYSOCHI” Ladies Free all Night, Guys til Midnight, $20 after. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
Primary Nadus Say “Diana” at the door for FREE entry all night.
Roof on the Wit Dante Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Smart Bar Holy Ghost (Dj Set) For tickets follow the LINK
Sound-bar Omnia $20 general admission. RSVP for free cover before 11:30 PM
Spybar Breach, Hunter/Game, Shytone RSVP DEAL: Free Before 12am $20 After
Studio Paris Dimitry Mak To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.
Time Eatern European Saturdays – Sounds By Dante & Viktor For reservations follow the LINK

Sunday 11/9/2014

Primary   The Pool House CXXX ft. Sharam Jey RSVP for FREE Entry Before 12 Am.
Smart Bar MICHAEL SERAFINI / GARRETT DAVID / SPECIAL GUESTS CHRISSY + NATE MANIC $7 All Night

 

 

Steve Aoki – Neon Future I Review [2.5/4]

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Iza:

Aoki’s new album Neon Future I was a less anticipated album of the few coming out around the same time. Obviously listeners didn’t know what to expect since Aoki hasn’t been at the top of the charts for a while. Aoki compiled tracks with many unexpected vocalists and artists such as Will.i.am, Waka Flocka, Fall Out Boy, Flux Pavilion, and Chris Lake. My personal favorite track, “Neon Future” , features Luke Steele from Empire of the Sun. All of these songs are more party themed and are very catchy. I give it 3/4!

Cathy:

“Back to Earth,” which features Fall Out Boy is an interesting twist to the whole album and even the EDM scene.  Waka Flocka and Kid Ink rap over the albums two catchiest tracks to me, “Rage the Night Away” and “Delirious.” So from Pete Wentz to Flocka this album basically breaks all barriers. Aoki proved that EDM is so much more than some catchy beats, a loud bass, and random vocals. Overall this is not a super catchy album I’ll see myself listening to but, I will give him credit for trying something new. Neon Future I receives a solid 2 out of 4 from me.

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Marcin:

I’ve always liked Steve Aoki, his music is always on point and his shows are full of energy. Even though I don’t see how throwing cakes or riding a blown up water raft is relevant to the music. Regardless Neon Future I is a solid album. The 4 singles released to build hype for the album ( Rage The Night Away, Delirious, Free The Madness, Get me Outta Here) are definitely hits even though by now they have been overplayed, “Back to Earth” which features Fall Out Boy is a pleasant surprise on the album. It continues with Aoki’s trend of working with non EDM artists. The album is exactly what you expect of Aoki  with a futuristic theme. That being said the album is good not great. I give it 3 out of 4 stars.

Nina:

Neon Future I, is the mainstream edm scene at its finest. This album lacks creativity and sounds like a typical Aoki track. The album shows that he’s putting too much effort caking fans and not enough effort trying to make good music. No song on the album struck me as a edm music fan; therefore, I’m giving “Neon Future I” a 1 out of 4 stars for being totally predictable.

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Just Stay Chi! Weekly Clubbing Preview 42 (2014)

Monday 10/20/2014

EvilOlive SRTB Presents: Caligula (Toga) Banger! RSVP Deal: Free before 11:00 PM
The MiD Industry Night RSVP Deal: Free before 11:30 PM

Tuesday 10/21/2014

Primary Primary $2 Tuesdays Say “Diana” at the door for FREE entry till 12 AM Reduced After.
Roof on the Wit Roof Live Reservations Call: 312-239-9588

Wednesday 10/22/2014

Smartbar Jeremy Alvarez / Wesley Groves FREE
Studio Paris Studio Sessions: Project 46 For Tickets follow the LINK. To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.
The Underground EDW – Steve Smooth, Criz R, Dante, Nathan Scott For reservations email Host@TheUndergroundChicago.com

Thursday 10/23/2014

The MiD    Feenixpawn Password: WHYSOCHI Free entry all night for ladies, free until 12 AM, ($10) after for gentlemen. For bottle service and table resevations text 773.504.4348 Also groups of 6 girls or more ask about our special bottle offer.
Primary React & Primary Present: Snakehips & Stwo Pre sale Tix sold out! Some tix still available at the door.
Roof on the Wit PHNM Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Spybar Beats For Breast Cancer RSVP DEAL: Free All Night
Smartbar Jason Soliday / Beau Wanzer / Mt Coast / Stave / Philstone (DJ) FREE ALL NIGHT
Studio Paris Kayper  To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.

Friday 10/24/2014

8Fifty8 Vogue Fridays For Guest list and Table Reservations follow the LINK. For parties, call 312.455.2776.
Castle Ferry Corsten Password: WHYSOCHI $5 off entry all night  For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
EvilOlive Dj Gordo – Kite! -Lex Mendez Say “Evil” for FREE Entry Till 12 AM, Discounted cover after.
The MiD 12th Planet Passowrd “WHYSOCHI” Guys free before 12 AM, regular price after. Ladies free all night For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
Primary Primary Presents: Agoria Say “Diana” at the foor for free entry before 12, reduced cover after.
Roof on the Wit Girls Rock Roof – Dj Kalkutta Reservations Call: 312-239-9588
Smartbar Psychemagik For tickets follow the LINK.
Soundbar ETC! ETC! + Protohype Password: “WHYSOCHI”  Free entry until 11:30PM, half off after.  For bottle service and table resevations text 773.504.4348
Spybar Dino Gardiakos & Garrett Belschner RSVP Deal: FREE Before 12 AM, $20 After.
Studio Paris Dj Politik To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.

Saturday 10/25/2014

8Fifty8 Thriller’14 For Guest list and Table Reservations follow the LINK. For parties, call 312.455.2776.
Castle EC Twins Password: WHYSOCHI FREE all night for Ladies, Free until 11:30 PM (half off after) for gentlemen. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
EvilOlive kill_frenzy Open Sesame @ the door to get in free before 11 PM/$5 til 1 AM/$8 after
The MiD Will Sparks – Joel Fletcher Password: “WHYSOCHI” Ladies Free all Night, Guys til Midnight, $20 after. For bottle service and bday parties text 773.504.4348
Primary Primary Presents: Derrick May For tickets follow the LINK
Smart Bar Bob Moses For tickets follow the LINK
Sound-bar Amine Edge + Dance $20 general admission. RSVP for free cover before 11:30 PM
Spybar Dusky SOLD OUT
Studio Paris Jerzy Saturdays To reserve a table, please call 312.595.0800 or email studioparis@leye.com.

Sunday 10/26/2014

Primary The “Haunted” Pool House CXXVIII ft. Butch For tickets follow the LINK
Smart Bar Gerd Janson, Derrick Carter, Garrett David $7 All Night
Studio Paris Ron Carroll For tickets follow the LINK. To reserve a table, please call 312.377.9944 or email studioparis@leye.com
The Underground CIA Sundays – Dj Cobra RSVP to CIA@RockitRanch.com