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We went out last night to Roger S for a bit, but ended up leaving early, which was fine by me, as I knew I could use the sleep. Got about 4+ hrs, then headed to the Zone. Was reeeeally fearing what was in store after meeting the sketchiest person ever in the past 4 yrs, standing in line at coat check (this guy could barely stand, reeked of booze, obviously on something, and insisted he knew me), but once I scurried my way thru the hot, steamy dance floor and found the TA's, all was good from there on.
Nice to see that all the heavily stained beige cloth couches and chairs from 4 yrs ago have been replaced by easy to clean plastic lawn furniture. Aside from 1 trip to the bar & to the bathroom (after holding it til I knew I could fight it no more), I didn't really wander around. Noticed that the same old corner was filled with k-holed Asians sitting down, but i didn't venture back into the old 'stripper & Gino' section in the back, tho I did try to take a peek on the way out, knowing I may not be back for another few yrs. Safe to say, I didn't see anyone resembling a stripper. Maybe the place has improved.... maybe.
Had to say tho that the crowd here was giving the most positive feedback towards the Scumfrog's set, in comparison to past shows. His music was definitely well suited for this crowd. Really glad to see people having a blast on the dance floor, jumping around. People also made sure to keep the plastic frog I brought remained propped up for all to see by his equipment. Marg & I took turns wearing the Kermit head, tho she gets an A+ for modifying it into a hat, ideal for those hot conditions.
Only 1 use of the microphone, and some use of the drum pad.
Tunes included:
Scumfrog "Come On" (? remix)
Eurythmics "Sweet Dreams" (? remix)
Amiel "Love Song" (Scumfrog Mix)
Filterheads "Yimanya"
mystery song that sampled "Betty Davis Eyes" (TUNE!!!)
Shout outs to Mike, Jenna, Graham, RJ, Ray, Margaret, Chris "amb_", Dan & MarkT (where were you guys all morning??), Chris "Obe", Jason, Aron, Aaron, Jennypie (Happy birthday!), Sam & Lauren (happy annniversary!), Angelique & Jesse (of course).
Sadly, by the time we got out of there, a migraine was setting in from having missed breakfast. Had a nice lunch at the Red Room, but I was really getting ill. That freakin Santa Claus parade traffice mess just absolutely KILLED all previous happiness from just moments earlier. TWO FUCKIN HOURS TO DRIVE HOME a normal 10 min journey!!!!!! FUCK YOU SANTA & THE SLEIGH YOU RODE IN ON! I have NEVER seen such a traffic nightmare ever!!!! Who the hell approved closing off ALL those major roadways, dividing the city in 1/2, from Bloor to Front??? That was diabolical!! After 1 hr in the car, we were right back at the Zone. I was THAT ready to check into the Waverly Hotel to wait it out. An hour later, finally reached the Gardiner & scooted home, only to finally puke upon arrival, the migraine had gotten that bad. At least I felt a bit better after that. I could SUE the city for all that aggravation so that 50,000 people could watch some dumb parade. Gay Pride & Caribana attract a million people each year, and the traffic impact is minimal. (Waits for JayX1 to back me on this). 
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"When I die, I want to be buried under the dancefloor"- Frankie Madgenta
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), but it's as fun as any other club as long as you're with a decent group.
And I didn't find it scary at all! Though I was a little disturbed whenever a shirtless guy walked by and there was skin to sweaty skin contact... 
)...at first I wondered what the hell people would think if they overhead us...then I looked around and saw who else was out there 
