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Armin in SD Review (pg. 2)
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Thursday night shows are tough. October 15 is the deadline for the two extension tax filers and I’ve been busy all day.
Great night and lots of fun. Took a cab from the house to the club and I just learned that you can drink in a cab. We all were sipping on silver bullets the way there.
Terrific vibe all night. I liked the new dj setup that is up close and personal. I was fortunate to be standing right next to Armin for quite a bit of the night. Armin looked like he was really enjoying himself. I know I was. To say he had the crowd in the palm of his hand is an understatement. If you wanted a night of beautiful music you got it.
Much props to Brian and Paul for throwing yet another great event. You both deserve much credit.
And thanks to the LA TA's who made the trip down. Enjoyed meeting many of you and look forward to seeing you all again.
Back to the paperwork. Ug. |
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| DjWoody |
| quote: | | Originally posted by PoundPuppy There were 2 go go dancers, but one clearly stood out from the other as not only an incredibly great dancer, but truly seemed to be really loving the event, not just "doing a job." Was that Desiree? Her energy level was so off the chart she was really fun to watch! |
This is Desiree... Was it her?
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| DeeJayCrystil |
| Full Review with pics to come later today... |
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| kawizx6r |
Hey all im new to the TA forums.
I've known about TA for years but never posted only read.
I was their last night, I was hoping to meet up with all of you but it takes 24-48 hours for the admins to activate my account so i couldnt post! Oh well next time.
I got there around 9:30-9:40ish and the line wasnt long at all walked right up to will-call.
When I came in I was surprised to see the place was pretty empty.
But that changed within 40min and it was packed.
Armin came on about 11:10, after meet & greet with the VIP's.
I was center up front one row back from the rail.
I have to agree that I was getting kinda pissed at all the girls that would cram in and push their way to the front, I got 2 glasses of wine and a beer split on me. But I was hot and it cooled me off so no worries. haha
Armin's set was EPIC in intensity, and he really seemed to be enjoying the crowd last night. I think he was really happy to see the turn out. The energy in the club was the highest I've seen at any mix set in SD. More then PVD last year, more then Oakenfold, way more then Tiesto @ Montage a few years ago.
I had never seen Armin in person before but have listened to ASOT for 3 years and have lots of recorded livesets. He DID NOT disappoint. He kept the crowd really into it. Im guessing alot of the people there were familier with him as I saw them singing along with the tracks.
Someone mentioned the brutal sub on the dance floor it was to the left of the booth just above the fx screen, i walked it front of it a few times. The dancer to the right of the stage was unbelievable!!
Did anyone else notice the club employees kept coming up to Armin trying to get him to wrap up the set? They did it 5 or 6 times and he just kept playing another track. I think he was supposed to be off by 1-1:15 but he played to 1:45.
Anyways all i can say is WOW and i cant wait for him to come back!!
There wasnt a recording made of that set by any chance? I'd love to get my hands on it if there is. |
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| julesla929 |
I got in around 10:30ish, thankfully to a fellow TA friend for getting me on the guest list - saving me 10 bucks and the line...started it out a little slow, but filled up fast!
He was off the hook last night!!! Such a great vibe - he was smiling non-stop, totally enjoying & pleasing the crowd...and I loved how he kept the music going as long as possible! He kept his cool & remained gracious with peeps grabbing at him left & right - for pics, signing anything & everything (i saw stuff from 20 $ bills to breasts to more normal paraphanelia), talking, and even slapping his butt (that girl just got his finger moving side to side sayin no-no back)...
The night was thoroughly enjoyable - One guy (in his "Ive been Arminized" t-shirt) let me up to the front & center (THANK YOU AGAIN!)...nothing between Armin & myself but air - perfect view for a short girl. Great to meet some of you fellow TAs, again or for the first time, even if it was pretty brief. The crowd was so into him, & yes - got pushier as the night went on. I felt both girls & guys pushing tons (and I remember this one guy in particular bein SO annoying to the girls by bein too touchy feely etc)...I just had to stand my ground - i had nowhere to go but more into the bars separating us from Armin, so not sure what they expected? I thought about moving back, but couldnt tear myself away! Put all that aside. No matter. HE WAS AWESOME....He took me on a great musical journey - changing things up to get you to this great high...again, and again! I just love the man's energy. After Nocturnal, last weekend at spundae & last night, Im officially hooked & a major fan...
My only fear is that we won't be seeing him for a long while now...??? :nervous: |
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| sheffy |
| Damn, barely 2 1/2 hours of Armin? Oy! Sounds like he didn't disappoint though, which makes for a great time anyway! :) |
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| HotDogWater |
| quote: | Originally posted by kawizx6r
I was center up front one row back from the rail. |
That's pretty much where I was... maybe we were standing next to each other? I was the freakishly tall guy with glasses, a pseudo-mohawk, & a lip ring. |
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| HotDogWater |
ahhh yes, the lovely avatar |
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| err0neous |
| quote: | Originally posted by HotDogWater
That's pretty much where I was... maybe we were standing next to each other? I was the freakishly tall guy with glasses, a pseudo-mohawk, & a lip ring. |
Are you this guy?
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| sheffy |
| Fits the description :p |
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