May 02
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Jun 21
“About a year ago, I sat down with DJ Dani Deahl to learn about her, her business, and her music. She is an awesome DJ and woman, and always has a plate full of projects. She recently connected me to the owners at the Dana Hotel’s Vertigo Sky Lounge. Vertigo is a sexy lounge, sitting on the 26th floor of the Dana, with an amazing unique view of the city. The lounge also has an outdoor terrace complete with fire-pit heaters. It is designed to feel like you are going over to a guy friend’s loft, with a chill atmosphere, friendly waitstaff, and a killer music collection.” ~ Megan Taylor.
Vertigo’s DJ line-up consists of all female DJs: Dani Deahl, Sadie Woods, Diskokitty, Megan Taylor. The vibe is everything from classic rock to modern, with an electro edge.
“It is a great place for me to play some killer tunes and mix in some creative new hits as well. Check out Vertigo and check me out on Thursdays.” ~ Megan
In photo: Megan Taylor, photo by: Melissa Martens
May 30
Andrew Ettenoffer,
I am a chef and a DJ, and I am combining the two into a fresh new concept. The idea is simple – just like you pair food with wine, you pair music with a great meal. Consider the dark, raspy voice of Leonard Cohen – for example – his music styling evokes a mood that would complement a very particular menu. And that menu would not blend well with, say, the Beach Boys.
On May 7th, I brought this idea to Bluprint for a 5-course beer dinner. Half Acre Brewery brought the beer, Bluprint did the food, and Fig provided the “paired” soundtrack. Here’s the complete menu:
First Course
Blue Prawn Salad, Aleppo chili, local greens, and marinated lemon
Paired with Half Acre Xtra Pale Ale
Paired with established female alt rockers (Tori Amos, Ani DiFranco, Bjork)
Second Course
Fried Ipswich Clam, Boston lettuce, sauce gribiche
Paired with Half Acre Lager
Paired with feel good rock (Tom Petty, CCR, Chris Isaak)
Third Course
Country Pâté, bacon, pickled Illinois rhubarb, grilled toast
Paired with Daisy Cutter Pale Ale
Paired with Breakbeat stuff (Fatboy Slim, Wiseguys, Chemical Bros.)
Fourth Course
Venison Sausage, braised red cabbage, pumpernickel puree
Paired with Half Acre Baume’ Stout
Paired with Early punk (Ramones, Clash, Stooges)
Dessert Course
Sticky toffee pudding with bourbon ice cream
Paired with Half Acre Baume’ Vanilla
Paired with 50 and 60s R&B (Elvis, Fats Domino, Chuck Berry)
May 29
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Worth It: “A good DJ. Unless it is a very small gathering, a DJ gives a certain energy to any party that you’re just not going to get from an iPod. Also, if the crowd decides to turn your event into an impromptu dance party, having a good DJ allows that flexibility.”
Not Worth It: “Celebrity DJs, unless your event requires headline talent to perform. There’s so much talent out there that you can get a great DJ—who may even be better suited to your crowd— for a fraction of the cost.”
—Tomiko Iwata, vice president of special events, Fox Broadcasting Company, Los Angeles
Apr 13