wombat Posted May 30 Report Share Posted May 30 where's this one supposed to be -Saturday - Sneak/Carter/Dearborn/etc. (dunno about this one though)?------------------ IF THERE'S A WILL THERE'S A WAY...IF THERE'S A WAY ...I WILL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranceaction Posted May 31 Report Share Posted May 31 The lineup looks good BUT this:VIRGIN VENUE!!!!! 2 FULL ROOMS OF SOUND AND LIGHTS. INDOOR/OUTDOOR VENUE!INCLUDING GO-CARTS, BUMPERBOATS, VIDEO SIMULATOR GAMES, AND MUCH MORE!JUST 30 MIN. FROM CHICAGOmakes me think it'll be a kiddy rave.weird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouncyboy Posted May 31 Report Share Posted May 31 Originally posted by tranceaction:makes me think it'll be a kiddy rave.weird.Tranceaction, if it walks like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it must be a duck.. get ready for lot's of glowsticks and overly baggy jeans... Oh let's not forget the two million blowpop sticks you will probably have to walk over to get out of there... defenate kiddy rave...------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimberlyco Posted May 31 Report Share Posted May 31 Go to that web site for it, click on pictures.... pictures never lie!------------------ Life is only complicated because you make it so. Remember what it was like to live carefree - and live that way again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimberlyco Posted June 1 Report Share Posted June 1 Seismic Events presentsWONKA2WONKA2WONKA2WONKA2WONKA2WONKA2WONKA2WONKA2SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND, 2001 CHICAGO, IL __________________________________________________________________VIRGIN VENUE!!!!! 2 FULL ROOMS OF SOUND AND LIGHTS. INDOOR/OUTDOOR VENUE!INCLUDING GO-CARTS, BUMPERBOATS, VIDEO SIMULATOR GAMES, AND MUCH MORE!JUST 30 MIN. FROM CHICAGO!THIS IS QUITE POSSIBLY THE GREATEST VENUE WE'VE EVER SEEN!REMEMBER, ONLY PRESALE TICKET HOLDERS WILL BE GUARANTEED ADMITTANCE, AND BE ENTERED IN THE DRAWING TO WIN THE AUTOGRAPHED PAIR OF TECHNICS 1200 TURNTABLES USED BY THE DJ'S AT WONKA 2.Seismic Events<A HREF="www.seismicevents.net">www.seismicevents.net</A>24 HR. INFO LINE: 312.409.5784Directions will be posted on the info line and the website on Saturday, June 2.Wonka ExperienceFrom the record breaking 100-foot wall of sound to OVT and Mark Martin's unbelievable visual display, Wonka 1 raised the bar in the eyes and ears of thousands. Over a year in preparation; Willy Wonka and all of his little friends invite you to return to their world of lickable wallpaper, oompaloompa hullabaloo and smellatoriums, where surprises lurk around every corner. We take a different approach to constructing a fully interactive electronic music environment. As you prepare yourself for the Wonka 2 experience, tie your shoelaces tight and keep all your senses on full alert. This year we're taking it to another level with two unbelievable rooms full of imagination and internationally acclaimed talent. Expect the unexpected for "We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of the dreams." -Willy WonkaDJ SneakMagnetic, All World Sneak's pioneering, filtered house style can lay claim to influencing other artists such as Daft Punk, Basement Jaxx and Armand Van Helden, to name a few. DJ Sneak has been producing his banging signature style of House for over ten years. Influencing his work were early Chicago underground House music pioneers such as Farley Jackmaster Funk, Ralphi Rosario and Steve Hurley. He has held his place as one of the top 100 DJs of the world for 5 consecutive years. This year, Sneak will be launching his new record label Magnetic Recordings where he is releasing all new music, compilations, new talents and continue to preach the sound of Chicago House Music. The future will bring about new light to DJ Sneak's journey focusing on the development and evolution of electronic music's struggle to be acknowledged as the sound of tomorrow.Derrick CarterClassic Music CompanyWhether you've heard him perform once in your life or party with him every week, we all agree, he's a turntable magician. His seamless blends and the unbelievable length of his mixes leave people's jaws dropped all across the world. No matter what your mood or what's going on in your reality, just one look at his infectious smile and everything seems all rightâ€Â¦ If you've heard any of the releases on Derrick's labels Blue Cucaracha and Classic, you'd expect that his sets run the whole musical gamut from house, old-school disco, soul, jazz, and whatever else inspires him at any given moment. Gracing our stage in a very special performance with his old friend DJ Sneak, we proudly welcome a true living House legend.DJ SwampDecadent RecordsOne of the world's master turntablists, DJ Swamp is best know as Beck's DJ. You may have seen this former USA DMC champion's turn table trickery at the MTV Music Awards, the Grammy Awards or touring with Beck. You will witness his eccentric, show stopping performance projected live on our enormous screens. Swamp's skills defy the imagination and we proudly welcome this turntable maniac back to Chicago for Wonka 2.Paul AnthonyRhythm Syndicate, Fabric RecordingsPaul's high-energy House and inventive scratching have powered his way to the top of Midwest's most wanted lists. Playing right before DJ Swamp, Paul Anthony will be using everything in his arsenal. With the challenge of Wonka 2 ahead, Paul has a few new tricks up his sleeve. Look out for 4x Harder, soon to be released on UC/After-hours.Jes-OneGroove Shop, Deceptikon Unit, SNV Jes-One has been the driving force behind putting Rockford back on the Midwest dance music map. but has dedicated himself to helping the music scene to succeed. Owner of the Groove Shop, promoter, Dj for the popular Sunday Night Vibes on Power 105.9FM and now featured by Shure needles in URB, Mixer and Dj Times Magizine. Synthique "Live" Olive Records, Fabric, SeismicInspired by everything from French house and disco to jazz, this Chicago based duo is blowing up. Their first release, "You Know I Love You," on Olive Records, debuted this year at the Winter Music Conference in Miami. It has since been getting heavy play by Angel Alanis, Halo, DJ Heather, Willhilm K, Jes-One, Paul Anthony, and Benz to name a few. Look out for their next release on Fabric as well as Olive 002 this August at your local record storeBenzHis underground Mix tape, Shampoo is Better, has been getting steady play in the cars of thousands of fans across the country. You may have seen him at one of his local club residencies. Benz will be throwing down a very special, Deep House set for his birthday. At W2, he'll be spinning alongside Synthique, where you'll feel what sound is all about.Joe Manu A.K.A. DJ Hyperactive4 Track RecordsWilly Wonka cordially invites you to witness the long anticipated return of a Chicago underground legend. After over a yearlong hiatus from spinning, Hyper returns with a vengeance to tear it up in his hometown. DJing and producing for well over10 years, Hyperactive has been a driving force behind the Midwest techno movement from day one.Mike DearbornDJAX, Majesty Records Mike Dearborn is without a doubt, one of the most widely respected techno DJ/Producers to hail from Chicago. After signing with DJAX, Mike went on his international tour. With his punishing techno style, he floored sold out crowds throughout Europe, Australia, Japan and Germany, performing both at May Day 7 and May Day 8. As always, we can expect Mike Dearborn to push our sound system to it's limits.Brandy JamesUnique Recordings / <A HREF="www.UniqueRecordings.com"> www.UniqueRecordings.com</A> Appearing at our first event back in 1997, Brandy James has remained a Seismic resident and grown to be one of Chicago's premier Trance DJs. His impeccable programming and track selection carry you through pounding beats, epic builds, and atmospheric breaks that leave you longing for more. Brandy James founded Unique in '95 and he's been spinning and promoting events ever since. While others will try to take credit...Don't be fooled by imitations. This is the real...Miss HollieDeceptikon UnitMadison has seen an abundance of talent come and go in the past several years; few however have made the resounding impact that Miss Hollie has. Known for her flawless mixing and impeccable track selection, Hollie has made her presence felt since Porcupine Rocketship. Now residing in Chicago, tonight she'll be playing anywhere from electro-breaks to tough-minded trance, Hollie will cross all boundaries of sound with a passion for mixing that burns deep within. Dan Efex V.S. ETPrepare for the fiercest trance tag-team battle ever. Dan Efex and ET will face off against each other for the first time in over two years. Crowd response will determine who the trance/techno two man tag battle royal champion of the world shall be. The trash talking has already begun. It's about to get nasty.The <A HREF="http://www.clubplanet.com/guestlists/" TARGET="_blank"> guest list</A> for this event is now closed. If you have any questions please direct them to Seismicevents@hotmail.comSee you June 2nd @ WONKA 2-WW------------------ Life is only complicated because you make it so. Remember what it was like to live carefree - and live that way again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranceaction Posted June 1 Report Share Posted June 1 hey - i'll go anywhere to see/hear/feel great artists perform. I still go to 1 or 2 of the larger raves a year..BUTI will definitely not go anywhere I have to wade through a bunch of f**ked up 15 yr olds sucking on binkies and drooling.the lineup is great through.. whaddya think Wombat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted June 1 Author Report Share Posted June 1 I don't know, I think the line-up would help me to be able to deal w/ the crowd. It's what you make of it, you know. Bumperboats sound kinda fun.They said they were going to post directions 6/2, Does anyone happen to know where it's going to be?------------------ IF THERE'S A WILL THERE'S A WAY...IF THERE'S A WAY ...I WILL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scratchapella Posted June 4 Report Share Posted June 4 you missed a good time.stuckupAydults-grumblesscratchapellayeah it was kinda wack b/c it wasn't even 18+, it was all ages, err that's what it seemed like. but it kinda felt like lil carnival/party scene that all the evil kids in disney's Pinnochio were going to, where everyone's getting drunk off ale and smoking cigars. it was surreal w/ the visuals they had going on. the dan efex v. ET battle was fierce. and derrick carter? I'm wonderin now whether I could get in those those mad bar mondays? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scratchapella Posted June 4 Report Share Posted June 4 oops! nevermind. it's closed now, isn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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