Friday, December 31 at 8:00pm - Saturday, January 1, 2011 at 6:00am
NEON LIGHTS "a new years eve celebration"
DJ ASSAULT "Godfather of Ghetto Tech"
(Jefferson Ave. / Detroit-Atlanta / Ghetto tech)
Born Craig De Sean Adams and raised in Detroit, Craig came to dance music like many of his Motown brethren, via the radio. Detroit radio jocks made lasting impressions on the young artist. Mixing records since 1982, Craig has been indoctrinating people with his own take on Detroit dance music, which is ve...ry much an amalgam of his radio predecessors. The introduction of scratching and rapping to non-Hip Hop genres of music, this style is something that could only have come from Detroit. Along the way, DJ Assault was born. DJ ASSAULT A.K.A. CRAIG DIAMONDS 'The STREET NARRATOR' is hard at work with his label and a place to finally call home 'JEFFERSON AVE'. Making his mark as a well established international DJ since 1997. Assault continues to globe trot yearly all around the US and to over 22 European countries. The United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, and Japan are also among countries that have felt the bass. DJ Assault is also the man behind a whole new set of beats -- the man responsible for some of the most infectious hooks this side of the Mississippi. However, Producing records since 1995 Assault has been making some of the most talked about booty-bass accelerated funk, and hip-hop tracks in existence. Songs like 'Bounce' which appeared in the 2003 oscar nominated film '13'. 'Ass N Titties' which was used in a April 2004 episode of the Dave Chappelle Show on Comedy Central, 'Shake It, Work It' aired in a HP (Hewlett Packer) ipod commercial during the August 2004 VMA's (Video Music Awards) on MTV and continues to play on national television. 'Bounce' also appears in the 2006 film entitled "It's a boy girl thing" Other credits included music production for various MTV shows such as 'Road Rules' and 'The Gauntlet'. DJ Assault has also gained sponsorship from the Coca Cola Corporation and was a part of the 2009 Coke DJ Culture Tour in Germany. Don't miss this ver special new years eve set by the godfather of ghetto tech.
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KEITH MACKENZIE & CURTIS-B "Tag Team Set"
(illeven eleven / Chicago, IL / Breaks-Heavy Bass)
Representing the illeven eleven label, the tag team between Keith Mackenzie & Curtis-B has been making some big noise around the American bass scene.After demolishing the main stage at "Dude Where's My Tent 2" earlier in the year, the duo's popularity soared, making them a highly sought after performance for any electronic DJ event. Known for they're high energy DJ sets, these breakbeat bad boys come armed with ground rattling bass lines, layered over drums so funky "you'll wanna slap your momma"! So, start your new year off right & make sure to catch this remarkable performance by two of breakbeats hardest hitters.
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ROBERT ARMANI "Techno Icon"
(Traxxmen Records / Chicago, IL / Techno)
Born on Chicago’s southside 1970 , Robert has an expansive Musical career that started at the age of 14 with Djing and remixing from the age of 18 . In his cellar Robert started organizing parties that became very popular in his neighborhood. Some of the diehard visitors of Robert BASEMENT parties were inspired by him and became also DJs , amongst them was DJ RUSH others became Rapstars like R Kelly . Robert was going to become a police officer up untill he spun abroad in Italy and realized his true passion . It was actually in Italy where his female fans named him Armani because of his designer clothes he loved to wear. Robert’s Influences include ARMANDO (RIP) , Mike Dunn and Frankie Knuckles. He sees his music sticking with old styles and doing “whatever comes to mind”. Producing with labels including Dance Mania , Pushpac , AVC , BML , High Octane and many more Armani has captured the ears of fans and promotors all over the world . He has played many international parties givig people his hard Techno feel. You name the place Armani has played there from Chicago to Japan.
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ALEX ZELENKA "Crystal Castles colaborator"
(Kompute Musik / Chicago, IL / Electro-Heavy Bass)
Alex Zelenka hails from Chicago and has made quite a name for himself being a DJ and a producer the past fourteen years. Having experience in making tracks for television, film, and radio; he has performed in nearly every major US city, smashing dance floors for events like Hard Fest, The Heist, and many more! Alex's most familiar work may be his multiple remixes including Crystal Castles, La Roux, Alexander Robotnick, & even electro pioneer Lary Tee!
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KILL PARIS "Dubstep Prodigy" (LIVE)
(Kompute Musik / Sarasota, FL / Dubstep)
Kill Paris brings new meaning to a live DJ and Producer. Utilizing the capabilities of Ableton Live and his own custom controllers, Kill Paris plays and loops Bass, Guitar, Synth, and drum beats all while mixing in and out of songs. His live show has been described as something never seen or experienced before. Currently affiliated with 3 different labels (Mode-2, Samoa Good, and Masv), Kill Paris has already had numerous releases on Beatport and other top Digital download fronts. Fusing together Electro-House, Dubstep, and Guitar/bass Funk, Kill Paris is definitely one to keep your ear on. Kill Paris just finished his first North American Tour and in May 2010, opened up for the famous Benny Benassi in SLC, Utah.
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JESSE JAMES
(Detroit, MI - Nightsneak Ent. - Techno)
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STUART ALLEN
(Dayton, OH - Future Sound Of Breaks - Electro Breaks)
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THE LIVEWIRE
(Chicago, IL - Kompute - Electro)
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DJ POPSH!T
(Kalamazoo, MI - Dubstep Circus - Dubstep)
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CHOCOLATE T.F.A.
(Indianapolis, IN - House of Babylon - House)
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TIMOTHY GETZ
(Grand Rapids, MI - Dirty Beatz - Breaks)
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BEAT POET
(Cincinnati, OH - LP Events - House/Breaks)
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PARANORMAL TEK
(Detroit, MI - Detroit Paranormal Society - Techno)
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DONALD WHAN
(Detroit, MI - Hardcore 313 - UK Hardcore)
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ADAM ORTIZ
(Grand Rapids, MI - David James Media - Breaks)
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DJ SCRILLA
(FT Wayne, IN - Dirty Wax Media - Jackin Chicago Hard House)
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SCOTTY STATIC
(FT Wayne, IN - Dirty Wax Media - Progressive Electro House)
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3GGH3AD
(Dayton, OH - Hardcore 313 - Hardstyle)
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DJ JOE BLACK
(Los Angeles/Indianapolis - Tekno Mafia - Tech House)
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JOHNNY UTAH & MC FLECK
(Indianapolis,IN - Juxtapoze - Drum & Bass)
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DJ DEFI
(Indianapolis, IN - Unity Global DJs - Tech Funk)
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HEATHCLIFF
(Fort Wayne, IN - Perpetual Ent. - Techno/Tech-House)
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EPITAPH
(FT Wayne, IN - Regime Records - Drum & Bass)
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BIG KYLE
(Indianapolis, IN - Party Til Dawn - House)
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TIME OF DEFIANCE
(FT Wayne, IN - Ewe Promotions - Trip Hop)
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COPYRIGHT
(Lafayette, IN - Toy Maker Music - Hardstyle)
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SIDEWAYZ
(Logansport, IN - Toy Maker Music - Drum & Bass)
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GO-GO BY:
Kendall's Dancing Dolls
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VENUE INFO:
Neon Lights will be held at the beautiful SUNSET HALL, located just south of downtown FT. Wayne, Indiana. This event will feature 3 rooms of entertainment including 30+ DJs, powerful lightling & visuals, & a sound system that is sure to shake some screws loose. The three rooms will be broken up into a main arena area, a skybox over looking the arena dance floor, & a 21+ lounge area serving a full bar until 3:am!
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GIVEAWAYS:
Giveaways will include goodies like mixed CDs, clothing hand outs, & even a CASH FILLED BALLOON DROP AT MIDNIGHT! One very lucky party goer will catch the balloon filled with a $100 dollar bill!!!
-
HOURS:
This event will opperate from 8
m - 6:am!
-
TICKETS / ADMISSION:
Presale tix here for $15.00
http://www.wantickets.com/EventDetail.aspx?e_id=139462
$20.00 at the door
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(HOTEL INFORMATION)
We are very happy to announce that we have partnered with FT. Wayne's Hampton Inn "South West" Hotel!
Those who attend NEON LIGHTS will be offered a discounted room rate with a late check out & breakfast. to reserve your room follow the link below.
http://www.hamptoninn.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=FWASWHX
As you know hotels on New Years Eve can be expensive. So, we've got you covered with rooms for $99.00
Promo Code: NEL
in order to redeem your group rate, you will need to enter the letters NEL into the "Group Convention" box. This box is located in the "Special Accounts" section of the reservation form.
*YOU MUST RESERVE YOUR ROOM BY DECEMBER 17th, TO USE THE PROMO CODE"See More
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=147009528679049
NEON LIGHTS "a new years eve celebration"
DJ ASSAULT "Godfather of Ghetto Tech"
(Jefferson Ave. / Detroit-Atlanta / Ghetto tech)
Born Craig De Sean Adams and raised in Detroit, Craig came to dance music like many of his Motown brethren, via the radio. Detroit radio jocks made lasting impressions on the young artist. Mixing records since 1982, Craig has been indoctrinating people with his own take on Detroit dance music, which is ve...ry much an amalgam of his radio predecessors. The introduction of scratching and rapping to non-Hip Hop genres of music, this style is something that could only have come from Detroit. Along the way, DJ Assault was born. DJ ASSAULT A.K.A. CRAIG DIAMONDS 'The STREET NARRATOR' is hard at work with his label and a place to finally call home 'JEFFERSON AVE'. Making his mark as a well established international DJ since 1997. Assault continues to globe trot yearly all around the US and to over 22 European countries. The United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, and Japan are also among countries that have felt the bass. DJ Assault is also the man behind a whole new set of beats -- the man responsible for some of the most infectious hooks this side of the Mississippi. However, Producing records since 1995 Assault has been making some of the most talked about booty-bass accelerated funk, and hip-hop tracks in existence. Songs like 'Bounce' which appeared in the 2003 oscar nominated film '13'. 'Ass N Titties' which was used in a April 2004 episode of the Dave Chappelle Show on Comedy Central, 'Shake It, Work It' aired in a HP (Hewlett Packer) ipod commercial during the August 2004 VMA's (Video Music Awards) on MTV and continues to play on national television. 'Bounce' also appears in the 2006 film entitled "It's a boy girl thing" Other credits included music production for various MTV shows such as 'Road Rules' and 'The Gauntlet'. DJ Assault has also gained sponsorship from the Coca Cola Corporation and was a part of the 2009 Coke DJ Culture Tour in Germany. Don't miss this ver special new years eve set by the godfather of ghetto tech.
-
KEITH MACKENZIE & CURTIS-B "Tag Team Set"
(illeven eleven / Chicago, IL / Breaks-Heavy Bass)
Representing the illeven eleven label, the tag team between Keith Mackenzie & Curtis-B has been making some big noise around the American bass scene.After demolishing the main stage at "Dude Where's My Tent 2" earlier in the year, the duo's popularity soared, making them a highly sought after performance for any electronic DJ event. Known for they're high energy DJ sets, these breakbeat bad boys come armed with ground rattling bass lines, layered over drums so funky "you'll wanna slap your momma"! So, start your new year off right & make sure to catch this remarkable performance by two of breakbeats hardest hitters.
-
ROBERT ARMANI "Techno Icon"
(Traxxmen Records / Chicago, IL / Techno)
Born on Chicago’s southside 1970 , Robert has an expansive Musical career that started at the age of 14 with Djing and remixing from the age of 18 . In his cellar Robert started organizing parties that became very popular in his neighborhood. Some of the diehard visitors of Robert BASEMENT parties were inspired by him and became also DJs , amongst them was DJ RUSH others became Rapstars like R Kelly . Robert was going to become a police officer up untill he spun abroad in Italy and realized his true passion . It was actually in Italy where his female fans named him Armani because of his designer clothes he loved to wear. Robert’s Influences include ARMANDO (RIP) , Mike Dunn and Frankie Knuckles. He sees his music sticking with old styles and doing “whatever comes to mind”. Producing with labels including Dance Mania , Pushpac , AVC , BML , High Octane and many more Armani has captured the ears of fans and promotors all over the world . He has played many international parties givig people his hard Techno feel. You name the place Armani has played there from Chicago to Japan.
-
ALEX ZELENKA "Crystal Castles colaborator"
(Kompute Musik / Chicago, IL / Electro-Heavy Bass)
Alex Zelenka hails from Chicago and has made quite a name for himself being a DJ and a producer the past fourteen years. Having experience in making tracks for television, film, and radio; he has performed in nearly every major US city, smashing dance floors for events like Hard Fest, The Heist, and many more! Alex's most familiar work may be his multiple remixes including Crystal Castles, La Roux, Alexander Robotnick, & even electro pioneer Lary Tee!
-
KILL PARIS "Dubstep Prodigy" (LIVE)
(Kompute Musik / Sarasota, FL / Dubstep)
Kill Paris brings new meaning to a live DJ and Producer. Utilizing the capabilities of Ableton Live and his own custom controllers, Kill Paris plays and loops Bass, Guitar, Synth, and drum beats all while mixing in and out of songs. His live show has been described as something never seen or experienced before. Currently affiliated with 3 different labels (Mode-2, Samoa Good, and Masv), Kill Paris has already had numerous releases on Beatport and other top Digital download fronts. Fusing together Electro-House, Dubstep, and Guitar/bass Funk, Kill Paris is definitely one to keep your ear on. Kill Paris just finished his first North American Tour and in May 2010, opened up for the famous Benny Benassi in SLC, Utah.
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JESSE JAMES
(Detroit, MI - Nightsneak Ent. - Techno)
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STUART ALLEN
(Dayton, OH - Future Sound Of Breaks - Electro Breaks)
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THE LIVEWIRE
(Chicago, IL - Kompute - Electro)
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DJ POPSH!T
(Kalamazoo, MI - Dubstep Circus - Dubstep)
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CHOCOLATE T.F.A.
(Indianapolis, IN - House of Babylon - House)
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TIMOTHY GETZ
(Grand Rapids, MI - Dirty Beatz - Breaks)
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BEAT POET
(Cincinnati, OH - LP Events - House/Breaks)
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PARANORMAL TEK
(Detroit, MI - Detroit Paranormal Society - Techno)
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DONALD WHAN
(Detroit, MI - Hardcore 313 - UK Hardcore)
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ADAM ORTIZ
(Grand Rapids, MI - David James Media - Breaks)
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DJ SCRILLA
(FT Wayne, IN - Dirty Wax Media - Jackin Chicago Hard House)
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SCOTTY STATIC
(FT Wayne, IN - Dirty Wax Media - Progressive Electro House)
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3GGH3AD
(Dayton, OH - Hardcore 313 - Hardstyle)
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DJ JOE BLACK
(Los Angeles/Indianapolis - Tekno Mafia - Tech House)
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JOHNNY UTAH & MC FLECK
(Indianapolis,IN - Juxtapoze - Drum & Bass)
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DJ DEFI
(Indianapolis, IN - Unity Global DJs - Tech Funk)
-
HEATHCLIFF
(Fort Wayne, IN - Perpetual Ent. - Techno/Tech-House)
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EPITAPH
(FT Wayne, IN - Regime Records - Drum & Bass)
-
BIG KYLE
(Indianapolis, IN - Party Til Dawn - House)
-
TIME OF DEFIANCE
(FT Wayne, IN - Ewe Promotions - Trip Hop)
-
COPYRIGHT
(Lafayette, IN - Toy Maker Music - Hardstyle)
-
SIDEWAYZ
(Logansport, IN - Toy Maker Music - Drum & Bass)
-
GO-GO BY:
Kendall's Dancing Dolls
-
VENUE INFO:
Neon Lights will be held at the beautiful SUNSET HALL, located just south of downtown FT. Wayne, Indiana. This event will feature 3 rooms of entertainment including 30+ DJs, powerful lightling & visuals, & a sound system that is sure to shake some screws loose. The three rooms will be broken up into a main arena area, a skybox over looking the arena dance floor, & a 21+ lounge area serving a full bar until 3:am!
-
GIVEAWAYS:
Giveaways will include goodies like mixed CDs, clothing hand outs, & even a CASH FILLED BALLOON DROP AT MIDNIGHT! One very lucky party goer will catch the balloon filled with a $100 dollar bill!!!
-
HOURS:
This event will opperate from 8
m - 6:am!-
TICKETS / ADMISSION:
Presale tix here for $15.00
http://www.wantickets.com/EventDetail.aspx?e_id=139462
$20.00 at the door
-
(HOTEL INFORMATION)
We are very happy to announce that we have partnered with FT. Wayne's Hampton Inn "South West" Hotel!
Those who attend NEON LIGHTS will be offered a discounted room rate with a late check out & breakfast. to reserve your room follow the link below.
http://www.hamptoninn.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=FWASWHX
As you know hotels on New Years Eve can be expensive. So, we've got you covered with rooms for $99.00
Promo Code: NEL
in order to redeem your group rate, you will need to enter the letters NEL into the "Group Convention" box. This box is located in the "Special Accounts" section of the reservation form.
*YOU MUST RESERVE YOUR ROOM BY DECEMBER 17th, TO USE THE PROMO CODE"See More
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=147009528679049
