NYCUG Launch Party was a blast!!!

The night kicked off a little after 8:00 with Dizzy D Spinning to a light crowd. As the hour approached it's end, partiers began entering in droves to hear Dizzy's extended set while waiting, with great anticipation, to hear Bad News spit that diabolical ill shit.

My anticipation rose, this being our first live concert-party. I grabed the mic and said a few words to intro Bad News and officially kick of the event. Bad News did us proud! They approached the mic with phenomenal energy; made a little room in the packed crowd (Did you hear me? It was 9:30 and the spot was packed.) and proceeded to blow everyone off their feet and pick the wallflowers from their seats. Immediately following their set they were greeted with praise for their hard hitting and comedic lyrical content as well as their well thought out, presence filled live performance. Truly entertaining! They also made me look good as I was immediately congratulated for my first live talent choice.

Immediately following ,we hit a slight bump, as DJ Treats was transitioning from Dizzy's Vinyl set up to his laptop. He remained stoic and slipped in an ipod while he and Avri trouble shot the laptop. Within minutes he began spinning...never missing a beat. The crowd was immediately invigorated by his set. With great intuitive understanding of the overall event, Treats seamlessly transitioned from the hip-hop hustlers Bad News and set the stage for the tripped-out experimental jazz/rock band that would follow, Jounce.

By 11:15, when Jounce made their way to the performance floor, Plan B was so packed that they barely had room for their amps and pedals. With the aid of the events staff, they got the room they needed, warmed up, and following a moving intro by Alex, they began playing one of the most up-close-and-personal sets of there young yet experienced careers. They careened in and out of funked up jam sessions and memorable rock riffs to elevate the already amped crowd to an all-new high. At this point I was working the door and watched as previously unaware passer-bys got sucked in and gladly donated 5-bucks to rock out with Jounce and NYCUG!

All in all it was a great night and I feel sorry for those who wanted to come and ended up missing it. A lot of people helped make the event what it was, and for that I want to say thank you. Alex, John, Dimitri - thanks for your help in making the event come to life. Anthony - thanks for designing the flyer, that shit was dope! Badnews, Jounce, Treats - thanks for providing the audio ambiance for all the partygoers. Tori - Thanks for shooting photos of the night. Bec, Kiji, Phoebe and whoever else that helped pack this shit out - Thanks! Most of all, thanks to all of those who made it to the party, who read our blog, and for your past and future support! Be sure to spread the word and to check out NYCUG for all the hottest concerts in NYC and for future parties we throw.

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