February 15th, 2010 § 0
On Saturday, February 20, join the Synch ladies, Caprice & Chante, for a Rock & Soul edition of The Synch Chronicles, featuring the rhythmic grooves of vocalist/musician Jeremy James and electrifying rock & blues stylings of Mandy Lemons & Strugis Nikides at Shrine in Harlem.
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February 8th, 2010 § 0
MUD wants to give you a make-over!
On Wednesday, February 17 (rescheduled due to the snowstorm), the Make-Up Designory will be raising money for the Haiti Relief Fund by offering make-overs on a donation basis. You are invited to come out and donate what you can. You’ll also get a photo of your new look!
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February 8th, 2010 § 0
On Monday, February 8, nightlife’s boss bunny Roxy Cottontail presents Wild Cottontales at Sway.
The party’s hosted by Bianca Jagger and Vivien Scarlet, and Luther, WooHoo, and Nguzunguzu will join Roxy on the wheels.
February 5th, 2010 § 0
Come to Barnes and Noble Union Square Tuesday, February 9, to meet poet and author Staceyann Chin as she celebrates the paperback release of her memoir, The Other Side of Paradise.
Staceyann will read from Paradise, which has a new epilogue, and will also share a few poems from Crossfire, a new collection of works to be released in April.
January 29th, 2010 § 0
On Wednesday, February 3, in celebration of Social Media Week, TheLuxurySpot.com and social guru Mindy Silverman host Social Media Gone Chic: Fashion, Beauty & Luxury, an evening of networking and mingling with New York’s hottest names in media at Underbar in the Union Square W Hotel.
January 27th, 2010 § 0
I’m not the biggest sneaker fiend on the planet (duh), but I can certainly appreciate DunkXChange Monthly, the kicks extravaganza that, beginning this Sunday, January 31, will be happening every month at LES nightspot BLVD.
DunkXChange Monthly will feature sneaker junkies buying, selling, and trading kicks and other assorted streetwear. Of course there will be live music as assorted DJs spin 80s and 90s hip-hop. Throwback steez indeed.
January 26th, 2010 § 0
This Thursday, MoC favorite Roxy Cottontail teams up with Mama V and Luther to rock the house—Santos Party House, that is!
Party hard and be blown away by live performances from Jonte’, Cherie Lily, Bad Brilliance, Narcissister, and the infamous DJ Andrew W.K.
January 26th, 2010 § 0
Brooklyn-based rock super group Shinobi Ninja is known for rocking crowds and whipping their fans into a frenzy at shows all over New York. Now they’re bringing that same energy to your mobile device with Shinobi Ninja Attacks, a hot new app for iPhone and iPod Touch that’s part cartoon video game, part music video, part music/video player, and all Shinobi Ninja.
The synopsis of the game is as follows: You play as one of four Shinobi Ninja band members, using your rock star avatar to fight through Brooklyn to the L Train and the mythical Club Babylon. Gain power and points along the way by beating up evil Billyburg hipsters named Larry, knocking down douchebags from the Jersey Shore, and subduing angry subway bums. The game is loaded with music tracks and music videos that are you can unlock for free, as you progress through the levels.
January 25th, 2010 § 0
This Tuesday, Karen Gibson Roc will be one of several artists performing live at R Bar’s Songwriter Sessions, a night dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the songwriter.
Accompanied by percussionist Ronnie Roc and guitarist Jon Neufeld, Karen will perform a three song acoustic set in a group show that will include artists such as David E. Beats, Gia Linelle, SoSoon, Knickie D, Tai Allen, Faro Z, and Cavalier.
January 11th, 2010 § 0
In Roxy we trust.
Nightlife’s reigning queen Roxy Cottontail is back at Sway tonight for Million Dollar Monday, co-hosted with the one and only Callender!
As befitting the party’s theme, DJs Million $ Mano, Will Gate$, and Eskae will be on the wheels. The recession proof fun starts at 10pm.
Sway
305 Spring St.
(btwn Greenwich & Hudson)
New York, NY 10013
212-620-5220
[Sway]
1 to Houston St.
C/E to Spring St-6th Ave.
A/C/E to Canal-Church Sts.
January 11th, 2010 § 0
Come out Friday, January 15, for an evening of soul, blues, jazz, joy and sorrow, stories and dreams with the lovely and talented Bridget Barkan at the historic Blue Note Jazz Club.
Bridget will be performing with her full band, a pack of vibrant musicians that includes a powerful horn section. King Aswad will be opening with his acoustic soul.
Showtime is 12:30am and tickets are $20. Reservations can be made at Blue Note’s website.
Blue Note Jazz Club
131 W. 3rd St
(btwn Avenue Of The Americas & MacDougal St.)
New York, NY 10012
212-475-8592
A/C/E/B/D/F/V to W 4th St.
1 to Christopher St.
PATH to 9th St.
January 8th, 2010 § 0
Last night was the first Thursday of 2010, and there was no better way to commemorate it than to rock out at Ill Banger Thursdaze at Alibi Lounge in Greenwich Village.
DJs Teddy King, Jon Blak, and Illy P held it down on the musical tip, spinning indelible mixes that kept booties shakin’ all night long. Special guest host Tasha Sancheezie kept the alcohol flowing and even hooked me up with some juice for my poor Blackberry! Check out a few pics of the good times below.
Ill Banger Thursdaze happens every first and third Thursday from 10pm-4am. (The location may change.) There’s never a cover, which means there’s never a shortage of cool, beautiful people. To find out about upcoming events, sign up for the mailing list at TheIllBanger@gmail.com.
January 6th, 2010 § 0
Critically acclaimed saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and producer Ravi Coltrane is be performing this week at the world famous Iridium Jazz Club with his eponymous Quartet.
Beginning tonight, Coltrane will be on stage every night until Sunday, joined by E.J. Strickland on drums, Luis Perdomo on piano, and Drew Gress on bass. The lovely and talented harpist, and MoC favorite, Brandee Younger will be joining the Quartet on Thursday.
Tickets start at $30 and showtimes are 8:30pm and 10:30pm each night. To make reservations, call the Iridium box office at 212-582-2121 or buy them online.
Iridium Jazz Club
1650 Broadway
(between 50th St & 51st St)
New York, NY 10019
212-582-2121
1 to 50th St-Broadway
N/R/W to 49th St-7th Ave.
B/D/E to 7th Ave-53rd St.
January 6th, 2010 § 0
Tonight, head out to Tillman’s Bar & Lounge for another round of Tillman’s Live, hosted by Damion Williams and Justine Masters.
DJ Erika Hamilton will be on the turntables mixing in sets of fresh funk, soul, and hip-hop between delectable sets of live music. Tonight’s going to be about beautiful people, delicious food, and outstanding music—expect nothing but cozy, sexy, cool, and seriously fresh energy! Everything gets underway at 8pm and there’s no cover.
Tillman’s Bar and Lounge
165 W. 26th Street
(btwn 6th and 7th Aves.)
New York, NY 10184
212-627-8320
1 to 28th St-7th Ave.
PATH to 23rd Street
F/V to 23rd St-6th Ave.
December 29th, 2009 § 0
Ring in the New Year with Social Life Magazine’s New Year’s Eve 2010 Party, hosted by publisher Justin Mitchell and EIC Devorah Rose.
The swank soiree is taking place at the elegant, distinctive, timeless Prince George Ballroom. Watch the live countdown from Times Square, munch on delectable hors d’oeuvres, enjoy a full open premium bar all night, and celebrate with a champagne toast at midnight. New Year’s soundtrack will be provided by DJ Marvilous & Tyger Lilly.
The party is Thursday, December 31st, from 9pm to 2am. Tickets are $115 apiece, and VIP tables are also still available. For more info or to purchase, call 212-725-1860 or visit www.SocialLifeMagazine.com/nye.
Prince George Ballroom
15 East 27th Street
New York, NY 10016
