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Love Fest/After Life Review (pg. 4)
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| Ismael Rodriguez |
| quote: | Originally posted by Direct
WHEW DOGGY. What a hell of a weekend. Awesome Fest it was indeed. I njoyd every float. Didnt meet any new TA's probably couse i didnt get a TA bracelet. Afterlife at 1015 was ing great. Blurr started the evening with a bang. I received an awesome ear ing from Ish. That was the first time ive ever seen Ish spin. Dude your set was fantastic. It was more than what i expected thank you.
It wasnt the first and definitly not the last time ive seen Infected Mushroom. AWESOME, SEXY, ING WICKED set it was from Infected Mushroom.
GTR done a good job keeping me on my feet
Thanks you, Taj for the great set and another awesome weekend. Always well worth the 3 hour drive from Fresno. I live for these type of weekends. |
Wow, what a weekend and Direct, thank you for your kind feedback. Local Love float by far exceeded everyone's epectations and I was happy to be a part of it. It was a very sunny day and I'm glad it didn't rain. Everyone had an amazing set and Lexxx and Skwallie rocked and so did Koroma, Vahid, IM and TAj and Dirty Hertz. I wasn't able to catch Mystre, Gareth or Blurr's set at the end as I need to go home and rest for the evening to break down the float.
It felt amazing to play on the float and the enrgy that people gave back during my set was breathless.
Only thing that dissapointed me was Blurr flaunting an infected mushroom sign to the crowd right next to me to me while i'm playing. People kept coming up to me asking what the hell that was all about?
The night of 1015 was amazing and the whole energy that IM brought was stellar. I felt thier live set was much better than the last time they came. They totally rocked. Gareth came on and he played some killer tracks and set the mood perfect for the rest of the night. By 4 am, my body began to shut down and I had to get my long awaited rest. I know Taj is a wicked trooper who somehow manages to stay up. How he does, I will never know.
Thanks everyone for making Local Love a success and thank you Taj and DirtyHertz for the successful float that you both produced for the memorable weekend. Till next year. :) |
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| sweetcandy girl |
| quote: | Originally posted by 72hrpartyanimal
btw... i knew i made it to the LoveFest weekend when i saw Michelle and Sarah (SweetCandy and Gypsy) driving a bus at the LoveLee party!!! |
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That bus was so cool! Kris took an awesome picture of me driving it! :haha: |
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| endless_summer |
here are some of my highlights of the weekend
FRIDAY
I have heard so much about PVD and now was able to see and hear it myself. I really enjoyed his set at 1015 and he is the DJ that stands out the most for me during the entire weekend. That just shows what a trancehead I am lol So happy we went to check him out on Friday and can’t wait to see him in Toronto- regardless how packed it’s going to be as PVD is a no show in Toronto for about 4 years I think.
SATURDAY
Tordan and I had a late start on Saturday, 1st coz of the night out before and 2nd coz we wanted last through entire after party. We showed up around 3 pm and I found all that was happening on the Love Fest grounds a bit overwhelming. Love Fest was my 1st event of this size. I felt wanted to be everywhere at the same time so we ended up wandering around taking some pics and taking in all the sights and the music. We spent most of the time by skills and spundae float. I had a good time during Donald’s set and found GnD entertaining too.
I cannot name most of the DJ’s I heard since I am still a newbie on this scene and it didn’t help not having a flyer with float and dj names as well as set times. (I found out later that there was a flyer with a map of floats and just dj names listed but they were all gone by the time we got to the grounds) One suggestion to the organizers is please please have this sorted out for the next year. It takes away from the musical experience not knowing who you are listening to and it does not help djs to promote their work either. So the entire afternoon is a bit of a blur, and no I don’t drink lol
Now off to the After party to the Civic Centre. I was happy that the doors opened on time and we got in pretty fast. I did not expect it to be so cold standing in line and it reminded me of partying in Toronto lol About other logistics- civic centre was not really packed except right in front of the main DJ stage and the line ups to washrooms or to get drinks were not that bad either
I spent most of the time in the main area and had most fun during Sasha's set. WTF was that track with the bells he played? That was amazing :) pure pleasure to my ears. I did go crazy at some point during everyone’s set but none blew me away completely.
During Ferry’s set I ended up going to the bleachers and there was a little balcony in the middle facing the dj stage below. That was really cool, dancing in the middle, above everyone else and seeing the projections and lightshow in tune with the music.
SUNDAY
The party didn’t stop at 4am. After hearing about Endup I had to see what is the afterhours scene like in San Fran. Endup is a cozy little place with great vibe and not a lot of sketch. Yes, you read that right, not a lot of sketch. Compared to Comfort Zone in Toronto, Endup is really mellow and tame.
Some shout outs
Rizo -I think it was not meant for us to meet at this Love Festlol. Tordan and I came really close checking out 222 on Thursday but did not go in and im pretty sure you are on some of my pics from PVD at 1015. Next time, rite :)
Julie and Matt you guys are great! I am soo happy Matt felt like having some gum during PVD's set! I know you are not native to SF but you made me feel so welcome and partying in SF felt like partying at home because of you. And Matt thanks trying to be protective. That was really sweet of you. Hope we can do it again! SF, LA, TO...? We will see...
In2muzikk- thank you for carrying the torch for me. The idea of a meet up on Friday worked out for us (Tordan, in2muzikk, Thrax and I) thanks to you! It shows you are a well seasoned party goer and are in it purely for the music. Wish we had a chance to spend more time together so I can hear all about your experiences in international waters and getting some more EDM lessons. Thanks for the TA bracelet! And Chris thanks for the lovely photos! It was a pleasure meeting you both :)
Gypsygirl and sweetcandygirl- you girls rule, I loved your outfits and admire the energy and effort that went into preparing for the Love Fest! You had it all planned out including your earrings. That’s awesome!
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| Mecca82 |
| quote: | Originally posted by endless_summer
WTF was that track with the bells he played? That was amazing :) pure pleasure to my ears.
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Two of Us - Supermayer |
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| Andrieux |
So let's try and piece this weekend together in word forms.
Friday - Took work off because I knew I would need the morning to pack and make sure I had everything because it would be the last time I had full brain capability. Left Sacramento around 4pm with Michelle and Brooke and got into the city around 5pm. Checked into Hotel Metropolis and started what would be a marathon weekend :eyespop:
Prepartied until around 9pm and went to see Chemical Brothers at Concourse. HOLY !!!!:eyes: :eyes: :eyes: :eyes: :eyes: :eyes: UNBELIVEABLE SHOW!!! I didnt know what to expect but they BLEW ME AWAY!!! CRAZY VISUALS (that included robots and brains) AND CRAZY SOUND!!!!!!!!:eyes: :eyes: :eyes:
Left around midnight to catch to Lee Burridge at Mighty. Got there and saw all the LATAs in full force. Mighty wasnt too packed which was good and the music was dark and dirty. Within 15 minutes I lost everyone :wtf: Had no idea where anyone was and couldnt find my friends. Its not that Mighty is that big of a club but I guess I was retarded and couldnt see anyone except for outlines of peoples bodies. Anywho, found them later and checked out the patio. The patio was playing SICK DIRTY BEATS! :D Nice bus element as well.
Left Mighty around 2:45am to catch PvD and Taj at 1015. (took 20 minutes to get a ing cab) but made it to 1015 to catch the last 45 min of PvD which was WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: First time experiencing him and I was VERY impressed, even though others said the previous 3 hours was not good. The kryo element was absolutely ING NUTS!!!:eyes: :crazy: But even though PvD was good, Taj killed it. My favorite set that weekend for sure :cool: The track selection was INSANE with ALL BANGERS!!!!:eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: Felt so good to be home.
BEST MOMENT OF FRIDAY - Taj filled the place up with kryo prior to a build up and then when you couldnt see anything but the smoke and strobing colors in your eyes, and all you could hear was the music getting higher and more climatic and then he just dropped the NASTIEST BEAT AND EVERYONE WENT ING NUTS!!!!:eyespop: :eyespop: :crazy: :eyespop: :crazy: :crazy: :eyespop: :eyespop: :crazy: :nervous: :eyespop: :eyespop: :crazy: :crazy: :tongue3 :crazy: :eyespop: WOOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday - No sleep yet, powered through the morning and was waiting for the parade to start. Went to the parade around 11? Walked down and saw all the floats and then they started moving. Ran with the Spundae float for a bit and then made my way up to Local Love where I stayed until we docked.
Local Love Float was awesome. Great sets all day by everyone! Sets I heard were from Lexxx and Skwallie, Ish, IM, Taj, Dirtyhertz, Blurr and Vahid. The Psy trance was GOING OFF!!!!!!!!!
:eyespop: WOW, HUGE CROWD FOR THE PSY!!!! Probably the most I have ever enjoyed psytrance. SOOOOOO MUCH ENERGY!
Other float highlights were Spundae, the airplane one, Listed, whatever one Donald Glaude was at and MANY others. One float highlight for me was hearing Higher State of Consciousness early in the day. That brought back alot of memories.
THE BEST VIBE EVER DURING THE DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO MANY CRAZY PEOPLE, SO MUCH LOVE, SO MUCH GREAT MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!
That night we went checked out the Afterparty. Was really only there to see Ferry but J00F and Sasha were no brainers as well. To reiterate what everyone else said, what a weird vibe at the Bill Graham. WAY TOO MANY CANDYKIDS AND CRACKHEADS AND PACIFIERS AND MASKS AND 10 yr old HOES. And everyone was an . Very rude and disrespectful.
Besides that J00F ing OWNED that place!!! Crazy set!:eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: :eyespop: Best set that night. Ferry was great but the speakers ed up 20 minutes into his set. Oh well!
Went to 1015 after Ferry and got to see Taj and a lil bit of Gareth Emery. Another great way to end the night is with all the homies! Stayed there till closing and afterwards went to the hotel to change and get ready to go to the End Up!
Sunday - Since there was no time to sleep we skipped it again on Saturday. So Sunday morning legs were ed, brain was ed but Burridge and the Listed crew were spinnin all day at the End Up so we couldnt miss that!!!!
Powered up and recharged we headed out to the End Up around 9am? Walked in and witnessed the best music you could hear on a Sunday morning, FILTHY HOUSE MUSIC!!!!!!!!! Those Listed guys destroyed the place all day! Burridge's set time was from 12pm - 8pm LOL!!!!!! We stayed all day and Burridge OWNED!!! Top 2 sets I heard all weekend no doubt. Never heard Lee before this weekend, and now he has a new fan. INGA AWESOME!:crazy:
We left the End Up at 7pm on Sunday night since we had to drive back to Sac. Got home and finally found time to lay down and go to bed. Which was awesome. :D
In conclusion, one of the greatest times with friends and with the best music anyone could ask for.
THE END :D |
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| Tigo |
Awwww lucky! You had 2cb pills. Been wanting those for ages :( |
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| endless_summer |
| quote: | Originally posted by Mecca82
Two of Us - Supermayer |
Thank you! |
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| Dj Blurr |
| quote: | Originally posted by Ismael Rodriguez
Only thing that dissapointed me was Blurr flaunting an infected mushroom sign to the crowd right next to me to me while i'm playing. People kept coming up to me asking what the hell that was all about?
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Sorry Ish. People kept coming up to me asking me if We were serious, and if INFECTED MUSHROOM Was really gonna be on the float. I probably was asked more than a dozen times. I was doin it to hype the crowd up. It worked though... The majority of the people who saw the sign stayed in front of our float pumpin their fists in the air to whoever came on. What really made it unique, was 4-5 times they were pumpin their fists.. it was locals playin. Thats what was badass about it all, people love locals, and it shows. I also handed out about 900 or so CDs to the crowd in front.
The signs were a great idea, Im glad my friend actually pulled through and we were able to showcase who was playing....
So.. where have I been? Some of you have been calling and leaving messages on my phone, on my myspace, email.. etc..
Im ok.. I made it home.. and yes... I been recovering.
last weekend brough on a very mild case of pnumonia for me. I also have a hacking cough from being out on the cold wind both ways to and from the location on the float.
This weekend took alot out of me. By Sunday morning, I was completely drained. Between Thursday and Sunday.. the days seemed to blur together and I woke Monday afternoon not knowing what time it was. I been off work since Monday... Ima finish out the rest of the week in bed resting.
Heres how my weekend went...
Friday night we headed out to the club, PVD was rockin the decks as I approached the mainroom booth, and happily I was greeted by everyone anticipating the next coming day. I was happy to see the club in top form, including seeing some old friends I havent seen in a while. After a long week, this is exactly what I was looking forward to.
I usually make it a point to stay for TAJ's closing sets.. but this night I knew I had to leave early to come back and help with the float.
I left the club early, took a quick 45 minute nap from SF to PA...picked up the poster signs with the names in Redwood city at my boys house, drove my girl all the way back to san jo, with enough time to print labels for my CDs to give out on the float, and a quick shower. Pumped some gas, grabbed some monster, and was back off to SF again to help construct the local love float.
When I got there, I was greeted by TAJ & Dirtyhertz, and Skwallie who looked just as dazed as I did from the night prior. Everyone else arrived, Koroma, Ismael, Lexxx. We got to work and quickly began building the float.
Marie wasent around, so I had to wire things up myself this time around. Thanks to Allen & Heath, we obtained a brand spankin new, XONE92, and a huge BOX of black XONE Tshirts to give out. (I gave em all out and didnt keep one)
I also brought along my new M-Audio Firewire 410 for recording. (DO NOT EVER BUY THIS PIECE OF , I RETURNED IT... MORE LATER)
Everything was wired, and ready to go....
Also, what suprised me was what else was in the box, a brand new set of Allen & Heath headphones.
Everything was set, so all we had to do was get to the location to setup the remaining portion of banners, and then we were off.
Koroma started first, and I couldnt get the meters set right to record his set, so I think recording commenced sometime the first time of Skwallie and Lexx's first set. I have the recording im going to proof, so that will be up later for you all to enjoy.
YES, I DID RECORD INFECTED MUSHROOM'S SET LIVE. I will see how it sounds and if its good I will post it here.
Theres so much I wanna say.. but ill stop here for now so I can rest a bit....
Basically throughout the day, there was nothing but non stop smiles from everyone, even the naked people. I guess maybe it was my pants.
What made last weekend special to me was being a part of the parade,.. being part of the scene I so much have loved for so long. Being able to give back and say ya. Its an experience Ill be able to share with others, and say I actually participated in something like this. I put all my energy into this.. and will gladly do it again.
Thank you to Skwallie for dropping that Oceanlab track too.
My meds are kickin in... Ill stop writing for now..
To everyone I met last weekend, hello! LATA and SFTAS, you guys in rock, lets continue to in party together!
Next year, IMA put KRYO on the float. THATS A PROMISE.
\o/ Blurr |
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| neinerlove |
| quote: | Originally posted by sweetcandy girl
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That bus was so cool! Kris took an awesome picture of me driving it! :haha: |
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| tim_mccormack |
Thanks for all the love to the Listed crew guys. What a weekend we had. Despite the generator issues, we got plenty of time at the LoveFest for us to show our stuff, and it rocked.
Qool float, Auralism/Kontrol float were two of my favorites other than ours. City Hall side had the best music! Auralism/Kontrol, Blasthaus, Qool, Listed? Sign me up!
Drum and bass float. Sheesh. Got enough sound boys? LOL. That thing was loooouuud.
LoveLee, LoveFest, Vessl, Endup. All amazing parties. Lee's last three hours at Endup were just ridiculous.
Get on our mailing list at www.listedproductions.com if you want to keep informed. Much more fun to come in the future.
Tim |
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| Dj Blurr |
Anyone else with pics or VID!??
Cmon peeps load em up! |
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