Depopulation, coupled with an economy in tatters, set the stage for the 1980s. We asked Door Guy in to join us just the same. B. Not bad at all. VA, thanks for sharing this first part of your trip to the city! And, yes, musical excess or minimalism can depend on context. As. At the core of the 1980s meltdown was the emergence of crack-cocaine, a highly-addictive and extremely cheap narcotic. Over the course of the decade, New York set records for murder, rape, burglary, and car theft. The dazzle of the Rainbow Room is no secret; you are advised to call for reservations two weeks in advance. Said former NYC DEA agent Robert Stutman, "Crack literally changed the entire face of the city. While the rest of the magnanimous seven decided to grab a brew and snake off to the sidelines, The Artist and I each decided to hit the dance floor. NYC had been my No.1 destination to visit for years owing to my long-time fascination with the city and its history, especially as a flash point for transgression and cultural innovations. It was more than just a wee dash of carob that made the icky to the taste, yet wholly delicious in a completely different way. Hardcore was never a big thing for me but it was one of the key underground. I couldnt tell you anything about what the CJs played because most hardcore sounds the same to me, so Ill just guestimate that they played 100 tunes in 25 minutes, or something like that. " Mr. Barksdale said. The Rain Song: Robert Plant & the Band of Joy, June 23, 2011, 159. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. The Ritz was founded in 1980 by Jerry Brandt in the historic Webster Hall ballroom and concert space on 11th Street between Third and Fourth Avenues in the East Village neighborhood of New York City. You really capture so much detail of that visit in that point in time of 83! The Mean Fiddler. : The Most Joyful, Protracted Job Exit of My Life, David Bowie 1947-2016: Often Copied, Never Equalled, The Velvet Underground & Nico @ 55: VAs Anniversary Playlists, RIP Lou Reed: Between Thought & Expression Lies A Lifetime, I Need A Fix: Beatles White Album @ 45/I Buy White Albums, June 1, 1974: Eno, Cale, Nico, Ayers 40th Anniversary, Picture This: VA Poster Collection Highlights. Of course, only our own little Betty Crocker knew how much of the Vitamin P resided in each nougatey product, but within about an hour it became clear to each of us that hed packed plenty into the rich snack. In New York's nightclub scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s, Alexis Di Biasio stood out in the crowd. Jul 8, 2017, 1:26 PM. Nighty-Night: Deep Soul in Dub can be heard in the Weevie Remix section. This collection of playlists provides a wide sample of reggae shows with particular attention to Gil Bailey. Edwige Belmore, Bettina Kster, and Robert Paules' Mountaineer's Club celebrates opening two nights a week with a reception at Vasmay Lounge, 269 East Houston Street, New York City, October 21, 1986. nyc: any decent hip hop / reggae (dancehall) clubs in manhattan. Email contact: DIA@DIA-Inc.com. Got its nickname because it was at 800 on the AM dial. I got hit!' The 1980s greatly tested New York Citys strength: residents fled the city in record numbers, government mismanagement caused near bankruptcy of the city, and the introduction of crack-cocaine unleashed an unprecedented wave of drug addiction and violence. A homeless man sleeps in front of an adult store and Catholic mission in Times Square in 1985. I saw it! '' A man tussles with his dog in the empty streets of the Lower East Side in 1980. It's 40 per hour for 3 people and less (I think it's an additional $5 for each extra person). Now if you really really know me, you know I love culture reggae and I always feel in my element when I'm in the atmosphere. Wed be driving through the dark of this cool, late fall night, the 8-9 hour trip plopping us down in Manhattan in the early morning. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. These are some lounges with a large number of reviews in New York, NY. A flower delivery arrives at the Guidetta Funeral Home in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Plenty of time to feast on the city with a side order of mischief. Not bad. Admission is $10. Bankruptcy was narrowly avoided, but only after city-wide cuts to public services and reductions in police and firemen. Here are some suggestions on the best reggae clubs in NYC. The crime stories coming out of NYC were alarming in those days and only a bit exaggerated. Those familiar. 44 Berry St, Brooklyn. Boanerges1: Im curious, what were The Big 8? Assuming that wed be roomed up with people grouped via personal familiarity, the gang of four were peeved to learn that wed been split up into quarters with other folks unknown. They offered us to help ourselves to the fold-out couches and chairs if we wanted to crash in the living room, provided they each got to keep their beds in the other room. Another man, fleeing from the gunfire, was critically injured in the pandemonium when a panicked driver accidentally ran over him, the police said. Clinton Lyndsay had the most alluring program ID a sultry voice repeating his name several times: Clinton Lyndsay Clinton Lyndsay ahhhhh Clinton Lyndsay. Ahead lay almost four days of Gotham adventures before heading back around dinner hour on Saturday. The weekend cover charge is $15. Two other spots for casual fun and live progressive music are the Peppermint Lounge, 100 Fifth Avenue, at 15th Street (989-9505), and Danceteria, 300 West 21st Street (620-0790), which tends to attract a younger crowd. Alas, twas not the yelling friend he was to find behind closed doors, but instead all four of us in the throes of some serious tripping. 1990s: Saturday nights at the Roxy (515 W. 18th St.) give birth to the. Di Biasio died suddenly last year before the book was released, making it a tribute to both the photographer and the era. They werent overly close and hadnt seen each other in some time, but it was a warm greeting nonetheless. (EP14) The Fine Art of Surfacing: The Boomtown Rats with B.B. Keep This Party Going: The B-52s, Renaissance, July 8, 2010, 148. Its the Year Two Thousand & Ten: Broken Social Scene, December 16, 2010, 155. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere in the downstairs bar area. Williamsburg. Fri, Feb 17, 10:00 PM + 169 more events. It was like going to Chili's for the chips, salsa, and margaritas, minus the sometimes annoying parents with young kids crowd. Good grief you mean there was ever a radio station worth listening to in London? Miller. This is a review for lounges in New York, NY: "I went to Madame X about 2 weeks ago, shoutout to Yelp for waiving my cover fee when I checked in. Once down in the hotel lobby on our way out for the evening, Miss Bennies chanced to run into a cousin of hers. designanator: You must keep a journal to have that level of detail for a common-or-garden calendar day. As for the photos, while I am still bestus pals with MZ, Ive lost track with several others, so didnt want to use any close up shots just to respect privacy. Music VenuesVenues & Event SpacesDance ClubsEast Flatbush, We had a very negative vibe walking in. " Mr. Barksdale recalled. If your navy blue trademark is your hair, not your suit, you might prefer the live bands and progressive sounds featured at the Pyramid Club, 101 Avenue A, near Seventh Street (420- 1590). 1-4) Once In A Lifetime: Heatwave Festival at 40 with Talking Heads, Elvis Costello, B-52s, Pretenders, Rockpile, Teenage Head & more, Mosport Park, Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 23, 1980, EP 9A&B (no.20b) Waiting In Vain: 22 Performances I Missed (1980-2020) including The Clash, Bob Marley, XTC, Sonic Youth, Simon & Garfunkel, U2, & more, EP 8 (no.3) This Years Model: Elvis Costello & The Attractions with The Battered Wives, Alumni Hall (UWO), London, Ontario, Canada, Nov. 6, 1978, EP 7 (no.2) Still the Same: Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band with Toby Beau, London Gardens, London, Ontario, Canada, Friday May 19, 1978, EP 6 (no.175) Im Your Man: Leonard Cohen, Scotiabank Place, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, December 7, 2012, EP 5 (no.104) Never Get Old: David Bowie with The Polyphonic Spree, Corel Centre, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, April 2, 2004, EP 4 (no.76) Flower: Lollapalooza 92 w/Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ministry, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, & Lush, Molson Park, Barrie, Ontario, Canada, Wed Aug 5, 1992, EP 3 (no.7) Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: Ramones with The Demics, Centennial Hall, London, Ontario, Canada, May 20, 1980, EP 2 (no. A picnic in Central Park gets familiar in 1984. Business Insider. For the feeling of actually stepping into a rock video, there is Private Eyes, 12 West 21st Street (206-7770), a club full of white walls, mirrors and video screens. This Global Rock Showcase featured Sister Nancy, Aunt Esther, Sister Charmaine and King D'Jango at S.O.B's in New York City Oct. 29, 2002. Cover is $4 and patrons are invited to bring their own food and drinks. 'I Knew I Was Hit', "People were saying, 'Yo, I got hit! Everyone was a star, and everyone could be a star. This commercial building was home to the Beach Haven, Staten Island's sole lesbian bar in the 1970s and early 1980s. In New Yorks nightclub scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s, Alexis Di Biasio stood out in the crowd. Walk Like A Giant: Neil Young and Crazy Horse with Patti Smith, November 24, 2012, 173. And there is a choice of ballroom music or heavy metal, Arabic folk songs or reggae. Just looked him up online Wow! Many claim The Peppermint Lounge was also where go-go dancing originated, although this claim is subject to dispute. The 1980s also gave rise to a new generation of Mafiosos who reveled in opulent lifestyles and media attention. There are clubs where one can dance to be seen, and others where one can let loose unnoticed. Amid a sea of bouncing dreads and straight from central casting one of them was passing around a joint not bigger than a shoe, eventually making its way over to us as a friendly offering to the only pasty white dudes in the moving crowd. Some dancers today combine the smooth John Travolta-style disco steps with the punk rockers' jumping- bean style, while others barely move, seemingly entranced by the music. It was hot, to the point where I almost felt like I was suffocating sometimes but then again what party doesn't feel like that? Stop! I must have missed it. He was listed in critical condition at St. Vincent's Hospital last night with head injuries, the police said. (EP 22) Suddenly: Caribou, London Music Hall, London, Ontario, Canada, Saturday November 20, 2021, 186. I'd go back.". Whether you're a local, new in town, or just passing through, you'll be sure to find something on Eventbrite that piques your interest. But as the visuals become more adventurous, the sounds are becoming more mainstream. In my opinion Reggae isn't all that popular in NYC like it was in the 70's and 80's. . "When it first started going off, nobody knew where it was coming from. Magic Chords: Ottawa Bluesfest 2013 (Pt. (EP 11) You Wont See Me: 20 Acts I Wish Id Seen (1920s-1980) featuring Billie Holiday, The Sex Pistols, Fela Kuti, Frank Sinatra, The Beatles and more + 1 Honorary Mention, 019. Admission is $6 for diners, $12 for others. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. I was immediately hooked, and later collaborated with my sister Julie Covelloin 2002 as the editor and co-writer of her Jojo Mayer documentary Prohibited Beatz. Why, for all we know, we could have been walking right past an aged Don Draper and Roger Sterling on their way to a morning AA meeting. Over 250 felonies were committed every week in the system, making the New York subway the most dangerous mass transit system in the world. VA, to answer your question I can tell you the following: I came into the city on a bus from CT since the train line I would normally use was being upgraded with a third rail at that time. VA, I also wanted to mention that it was a great to see the two photos taken on day one as part of the story herea nice dimension to take us back in time to 83 with a photo of yourself, plus another one of your pals! Bars (for prepartying) or night. Admission on weekends is $15. I havent been since the 80s either Cublet and I keep planning a jaunt back but it keeps getting derailed by other plans. (EP29b) Lets Dance: David Bowie with Rough Trade, September 3, 1983, 22a. (EP8) This Years Model: Elvis Costello and the Attractions, November 6, 1978, 002. 3 Men Are Shot At Reggae Club, Site of Slayings, https://www.nytimes.com/1990/11/17/nyregion/3-men-are-shot-at-reggae-club-site-of-slayings.html. And there was a lot of AIDS consciousness in NYC by that time, although much was still unknown (how it happened, no treatment options, etc.). Sky sat next to Cabby, turning on the smarmncharm for the duration of the brief trip, with poor results. (EP10) Dance This Mess Around: The Heatwave Festival (Part 2) with the Pretenders, The B-52s, Rockpile, Teenage Head, and more, August 23, 1980, 008a. NYC Reggae 1981 - 1991. Incredible glassworks, so thanks for that. Turns out she was on this same trip yet each had somehow missed the other until now. Can I come along? said Cuz, delivering her enquiry with a Sandy Duncan-level of perkiness. Photography wasn't his profession. A volunteer organization sprung out of this maelstrom to combat the growing crime. (Photo: Cynthia Finch) Allen Ginsberg was at that Reggae Lounge show, I remember seeing him and there was also a Village Voice review of the show that confirmed it. The cover is $15 on weekends. After midnight, the younger Park Avenue set moves in, giving Regine's touches of a debutante ball. This is a review for dance clubs in New York, NY: "First I will say if you know me, you knowww I love reggae and soca and I usually know all the lyrics to every song. You were a legend in your own mind. The Other Side of Summer: Elvis Costello & the Imposters, June 24, 2011, 160. At another club, Visage, mermaids dive into pools and men with green faces skate on ice. The clientele is a colorful blend of Rastafarians, Africans, Europeans and students, about 25 and older. Their cocktail prices are slightly more affordable than other bars in the area, and they have a couple of cheap beer options . These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Wouldnt It Be Nice: Brian Wilson, June 20, 2011, 158. Considering how many bars there are in the neighborhood, you would think that Williamsburg would be stuffed with places where you can dance. My girl best friend and I will be in Manhattan this week Thursday-Sunday. A homeless man sleeps above a grate vent. Fri, Sep 30, 11:00 PM + more events. :0. Black Flag at Reggae Lounge, NYC, 1984. The last two tracks are from Studio One: In Finestyle, a mixtape that was given to me as a gift from a brotherly dred. This down-to-earth spot, where gourds, koras from Senegal and African masks hang from the ceiling, also offers Brazilian food. I cant recall many specifics of that first day but do distinctly remember being struck by two things in particular. (EP27) Walking on the Moon: Police Picnic 83 with The Police, Peter Tosh, James Brown, King Sunny Ad, Blue Peter & The Fixx, CNE Stadium, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Friday August 5, 1983, 018. A few more numbers on, and the soundsystm faded sharply as the rasta/skinhead rotation do-si-doh-ed at this punky reggae party, with the dreads now taking over the wall seats and the leatherednstudded mohicaned punques now swarming the floor as the Circle Jerks began making their way to the stage. 1980s-1990s: Boy Bar (15 St. Marks Pl.) Abra: I agree with you, re: the reason behind the brisk pace. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. So, here I was in my first night in NYC, movin like liquid with a superbuzz on the dancefloor to Gregory Isaacs at a reggae club in SoHo. Reggae Lounge, Dec. 9, 1982 Collection: Hip Hop Party and Event Flyers Date: 1982-12-09 Coordinates: 40.720844,-74.004631 Latitude: 40.720844 Longitude: -74.004631 Location: 285 West Broadway Manhattan, New York, New York, United States Country: United States Venue: Reggae Lounge ID Number: HHC8052MC_0056 Collection Number: 8052 File Name: Sugar Buzz: k.d. They were the third largest market station in Canada and the US, and broke the record scene wide open in the 60s and early 70s with everything from Motown to Bob Seger and back again under musical director Rosalie Tremblay. In the New York City area, there are many venues where you can go and enjoy a night of reggae music. I wasnt in the city at all during the month of November, but was in on 12/21 of that year. Locked Inside: Janelle Mone, June 23, 2012, 171. I will never forget the first time I heard Jungle Drum n Bass. (Yeah,I know - rare!) Also envious that you saw The Clash at Danceteria. Finally I was here. Warhol. A spliff did the rounds to shake out the cobwebs as cold ones were cracked and imbibed except in Skys case. But she was nowhere to be seen. I love the venue it's spacious and everyone who attends has a mature personality, which is probably why I like going there. Day Two in NYC extended our vampiric existence as none of us awoke until just before the late afternoon sun was heading down. I cannot, however, find the backing track which is a dubbed-out version of Flashdance (What a feeling). These are some highly rated lounges in New York, NY: What are some lounges with a large number of reviews in New York, NY? Activism & Politics Bars & Nightlife Staten Island 1970s 1980s Lesbian Bars, Clubs & Restaurants. Ive only done that twice and both times it was accidental. The "empty" look , the plastic tables, a very loud table of about 10 people with kids running and screaming. Cafe Balearica is a great option, though. It was the launchpad for the global Twist craze in the early 1960s. I tried to leave a message on yr OS page, but can`t login for some reason. While stage diving, crowd surfing and body slamming are about as radical as a cup of earl grey and a shortbread these days, this was pretty out there 30 or so years ago. Lookin Out My Back Door: John Fogerty, July 12, 2011, 165. Learn More. The preceding decade was a disastrous one for New York. Bootzilla: Bootsy Collins, The Flaming Lips, and more, July 5 & 8, 2011, 163. Street Ragz Clothing Summer Collection. discreetly tucking stashes of pills and shrubbery into nooks and crannies so as not to have them on-person should anything come to light when it came time to cross the border. 1980s New York experienced the worst levels of crime in the city's history. While we had twisted senses of humour and sometimes played tricks on each other, we werent inherently mean. A woman in a slinky black dress who's been in the club for hours suddenly blurts out: ''I saw his nostril move like a little lizard's. Normally this would be a tad long for my interest, but you kept me humming along reading to see what adventures would come. By 1984, Times Square was one of the most dangerous areas of the city, with over 2,300 crimes committed every year in a one-block radius. The idea for an alternative radio station was re-booted at the turn of the 80s, initially available within campus and via a cable hookup, but went into open broadcast in the fall of 1981, still going strong today. ''It's a reflection of the times,'' said Steven Rubell, a former owner of Studio 54, who plans to feature exhibitions of art at Palladium, the club he is opening next month on the Lower East Side. Miss B explained that we were going to see a band. Each camp spent those hours getting to better know the other, all of us hitting it off like a house on fire before all six found somewhere to pass out and venture deep into the land of nod, dreaming wistfully of degenerate behaviour ahead. What did people search for similar to reggae lounge in New York, NY? I used to have a recording from another reggae host named DJ Knapp (spelling?) On Fridays, admission is $8 for women and $10 for men. A dinner of Indian food is served from early evening until 1 A.M., for about $50 a couple. Sandy Duncan spent the rest of the week exiting speedily if she so much as saw any of us coming as one might avoid a vindictive Cyclops with Legionnaires Disease. However, if you go from 3-8pm, it's 50% off! As someone who has always walked with a brisk gait, it was sympatico love at first stride. (EP14) The Fine Art of Surfacing: The Boomtown Rats, March 19, 1980, 005. If you know whos track this is, please send me a message. While those threading around us went about their business at a determined clip, we found that if we approached someone to ask for directions or information, they would routinely stop and generously give us a few moments of their time. Let me tell you! Stepping out into the chilly November air, we decided that a single cab wouldnt willingly pick up this whole crew of people, and so Sky did the honours by flagging one down while we stood out of view. Any night life recommendations? So Here I Am: UB40, March 7, 1984 and March 14, 1985, 024. Back in the suite, after a long day with little sleep, we were all exhausted yet far too wired on circumstances, substances, and each others company for a Goodnight John Boy moment any time soon. Every six weeks, Area adopts a new theme and revamps its decor. And now the style is spreading to other clubs in the city. 2 weeks around New York in May 9:04 am; New York trip to Dumbarton Oaks 8:14 am; Id read an article in the Village Voice in September 82 when it was first being discovered. To let loose to live bands that play everything from punk rock to jazz, visit the Ritz at 119 East 11th Street (254-2800). BAR 13 HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday . The dance space is huge, the sound system is mighty, and an electrifying performance is put on by the mainly young black and Hispanic clientele. Virtually every night of the week, a crowd of superlatives - some of the most beautiful and famous, rich and crazy that New York can offer - jams the sidewalk outside the club, waiting to get inside. My hair stood up on end blown away. When the moving auto-jar of sardines pulled up at the club, we gave the driver each of our seven-dollars-at-the-ready for what turned out to be a three-dollar charge. At some point, M&M decamped down to the temporary House of Zeppelin with the intent that theyd be joining us later in the evening for tonights event which I was particularly excited about: post-Throbbing Gristle-offshoot Psychic TV performing at the hottest nightclub in the city at that time, Danceteria. We asked for a table away frommore, changed things and Tuesday nights were no longer Reggae Nights. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Middle Eastern and Greek food is available, and for those who do not dine, the cover charge is $5. And so, after pouring through the Village Voice, it was agreed by committee that wed be heading to SoHo to see L.A. hardcore titans the Circle Jerks at The Reggae Lounge. ". It sounds like a Sly & Robbie production. The shooting occurred about 4 A.M. outside the Island Club at 285 West Broadway, south of Canal Street. The dance space is subdivided into small sections around the room so that the crowd - mainly from the outer boroughs and the suburbs on weekends - bops at the bar and between tables. Rootsman Earl Chin introduced me to some roots artists that went deeper than Bob Marley, such as Augustus Pablo, Ijahman (Real aesthetical brother, dis one), Sugar Minott, and others. These photos, from the early 80s into the late 90s, give glimpses of what it was like at iconic clubs such as the Limelight and Wetlands Preserve. (EP18) Clash City Rockers: The Clash with Black Uhuru, September 5, 1982, 011. Cover charge is $20. . My nephew is on there now, continuing the tradition. By and by I reckoned it was due to herd mentality the slowest was probably the weakest and therefore more susceptible to the prowling carnivores. For one, he was older than most of the people out at the clubs, and with his salt-and-pepper hair, he looked it. NYC radio during the 1970s and '80s was loaded with variety, especially on the left end of the dial and at 105.9 WHBI/WNWK FM. Admission is $15. If you want to be driven anywhere while youre here, get a hold of me and Ill take you there no problem, you can all climb in. This dude named Agent Jay played with Dubb (Dub) Agents with an A-List team of musicians backing the artists. Undaunted, we made our way over to Bank St. in the West Village and had lunch at a cute place I had a meal at the previous year. It was around 8 or 9 am and rooms wouldnt be ready until later on, so for now we were to drop off our luggage at the hotel for safekeeping while we spent the day exploring. In 1985, Gotti ordered a hit on mob boss Paul Castellano. A page for former employees, bands, fans and others to remember the days at the Peppermint Lounge in NYC in the early 80's.NO SPAMMERS ALLOWED.everyone else is welcome! Looking forward to the next installment to see what happens next! Were you aware of that and if so, what were your thoughts? Club kids were known for their wild ensembles, which drew inspiration from punk, S&M, and clown styles. Monkey Gone To Heaven: The Pixies perform Doolittle, April 16, 2011, 156. Street violence had grown. No user attended. Your email address will not be published. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. See the original post on Slate with more photos. Its good to hear you were involved with that development and that the family tradition lives on. An hour before, a victim, Donald Bastien, 27, had danced with a woman who had gone to the club with the gunman, the police and witnesses said. (EP4) Flower: Lollapalooza 92 w/Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ministry, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, & Lush, Aug 5, 1992, 056. Three men were shot early yesterday morning in Manhattan as they left a reggae nightclub, just 12 hours after the state moved to shut it down because three people had been killed there in the last two years, the authorities said. Danceteria.. saw The Clash there.. sigh.. Mr. Barksdale and two other friends went along to back him up. What did people search for similar to reggae night clubs in New York, NY? There were two distinct, but easily co-existing groups present: rastas here to dance to the reggae pumped out by the speakers and punks and skinheads making the scene for the live show. To traverse geographic instead of time bounds, you can visit Sounds of Brazil at 204 Varick Street (243-4940). But if part of the fun at these places is to see and be seen, there is also a category of club where the joy is to be carried away by the music without fear of anyone's noticing that you are less than a Fred Astaire. Anyone can read what you share. Eventually the party re-started among this new gang of four, not-so-solemnly setting to work on getting our shine on and glowing brightly before heading out for night #2. The first track is a brief station ID from the WHBI days which I thought best personified the broad ethnic spirit of the stations programming. It featured the underground D n B culture in NYC/Brooklyn and how drummer Jojo Mayer dropped everything in his successful career to pursue the rhythms and textures of Drum n Bass in a live venue. The subway system became a hotbed of crime. It was an otherworldly sound, yet its makings were so easily understood: its just sped up to a point of absurdity, and then turned into music. The drinks were expensive but it's comes with the location. There were college stations all over the NY/NJ/Long Island area that served all kinds of programming. Now, a selection of them has been collected in the book, Fabulousity: A Night Youll Never Forget or Remember, published by Wild Life Press. Although disk jockeys say that today's music is embracing more styles - mixing reggae and hard rock and new wave, for example - one can visit club after club and, with few exceptions, hear nothing but what is playing on the FM dial. Also, he was always taking photos. Chiller: Always great to see you here. Youre braver than I would have been in conveying contraband across the border. These vagabond shoes were longing to stray. Now I feel like I can start dancing. She had been with us downstairs and the crew assumed wed all stayed together and migrated up to the balcony. These tracks were rooted in the fetishized Amen Break era. The room looks like a school cafeteria cleaned up for the prom, and some members of the crowd - which is not as fashionable as it used to be - can be spotted with cigarette packs tucked in the sleeves of their white T-shirts. For Donald Lawes, I could not find any background information on him . I felt the pain. I can feel the energy in this one, VA. Its an excellent set up for whatevers coming next. NOTE: While this first part of a two-part entry will touch on the Circle Jerks show and 024 will cover Psychic TV at the Danceteria these two entries are more about the hijinks, buffoonery and events experienced among my friends and I over several days in NYC in late 83. On Fridays and Saturdays, there is dancing from 8 P.M. to 2 A.M. Until 11:30 on those nights, only those who have come for dinner may dance. 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