Firecracker 3 - Free Bbq - 4 Rooms Of Music!

[xesschicago]

friday, july 2nd, 2004

x'ess entertainment and zentra nightclub present:

FIRECRACKER 3

featuring:

Diz

If life is about "being in the right place at the right time," then Diz’s timing could not have been better. Born and raised in Chicago, the original epicenter of the House Music universe, Diz’s adolescence coincided with the beginnings of that city’s legendary scene. He was 14 when his older brother took him to The Music Box in 1985. That night, the course of his life was altered when he witnessed the potential of music: to control emotions and lead people on a collective journey. He’s been striving to do just that ever since, and in the process has become a faithful participant in the music, the culture, and the times.

Lego

Drawing from a wide spectrum of musical tastes, Rafael ³Légo² Rodriguez shows that he is not limited on the turntables or in the studio. He has 3 remixes that made it on the Billboard Dance Chart. This year he will be celebrating his 10-year anniversary at Red Dog and is currently working on remixes for TLC and Whitney Houston.

Justin Long

Justin Long has the Chicago vibe running through his veins. He started his young DJing career at the age of 15 and in the past 13 years Justin has accomplished more than most could even imagine in the house music industry. As a DJ his sets are electric ranging from thick tech-house to a deeper soulful sound; all performed with an energy behind the turntables that in itself is Justin Long.As one of the founding residents on q101 Sonic Boom fm with his thumping Saturday night radio show with 71,000 listeners. As a producer he has recorded for and with many of the top labels and producers. Labels such as G Swing, Greens Keepers, Igloo, Peaches and Music For Freaks have sought his music. Some of his most prolific productions have come form his collaborations with Dan X under the moniker of No Assembly Required. This powerful duo has turned heads as far away as Asia and Europe.

Janel Roland

Born to a Korean mother and Caucasian father, Janel had a diverse cultural upbringing. Her passion for music goes back to her early childhood years of learning the piano, singing in the choir and playing the clarinet. Her talent continued to grow while she studied music intensely in school and through private classical training. She received many prestigious awards for her achievements in classical clarinet and voice.

After experiencing DJ culture in clubs and raves in Chicago and Saint Louis, Janel decided to express her creativity through the sounds of House music. While in college she took her vocal skills to the next level by gaining the ability to ad lib and scat sing in jazz voice. In 1999, she grew an interest in mixing and began to purchase records and learn mixing techniques. With a naturally gifted ear for music, Janel developed her skills as a DJ in a very short time.

DJ Gordo

Dysqo

Jon Huang

Frank Solano

Chris Santiago

Boris Kapelnik

In the VIP Lounge:

Peter Rabbit

Pat Soni

Rez

Brian Jones

Sean P

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Residents::

Sativa & Jay-funk

s&ld resident dj

Jon Huang / Chris Santiago / Frank Solano / Boris Kapelnik / Dysqo

x’ess resident djs

Free summer BBQ!!

Grilled Chicken, Steak, & Veggie Kabobs

X'ESS Hosted VIP Cocktail Reception from 9 - 10pm!

Drink Specials:

$4 Shots

$6 All Bacardi Flavored Mix Drinks

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Guest list rules:

Free before 10

$5 10 -11

$10 11 - midnight

$15 afterwards

X'ESS will now have our own people helping with the door to make sure you get in hassle free!

$20 without RSVP on our guest list all night! Note our list is the only list offering $15 general cover after midnight, so please make sure to sign on our list!!

Guestlist Available at:

www.xessentertainment.com

EARLY ARRIVAL IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!

Zentra Nightclub

923 Weed St.

Chicago, IL

21+ ID Required