MC MARIO'S MIXDOWN 2010 RELEASE PARTY @1234 [SAT MARCH 13]

MC Mario's latest CD release: Mixdown 2010 hits record store shelves on Tuesday March 9th 2010 and you're invited to the official CD release party with MC Mario himself on Saturday March 13th at 1234! Les Boys Electro ("Another World") and Datdude ("My Generation") will joining him on the stage for a special event you won't want to miss. Get on the list and save 5$ on the 15$ cover charge before midnight! CD giveaways all night long!

OFFICIAL BAL EN BLANC 16 FULL DJ LINE-UP RELEASED

Over 15,000 party people are expected for for Bal en Blanc's 16th edition main event held on Sunday April 4th 2010. Pre-sale tickets have already started flying off the shelves of authorized sales points and promoters can't seem to re-stock quickly enough. This event gains magnitude every year and is definitely one of Montreal's most anticipated nights for clubbers of all ages. This year's official line-up has just been released and as always the Palais de Congres will be divided in two separate rooms, one for House music and one for Techno.

The Tech room will vibrate to the sounds of Wizz & Insomnia (Tag team, 21 h – Midnight); Infected Mushroom (live, Midnight – 1 h 30); Sander Van Doorn (1 h 30 – 4 h); Ferry Corsten ( 4 h – 7 h); Markus Schulz (7 h – 10 h) and Sied Van Riel (10 h – Noon) while the House room welcomes to its stage Etienne Ozborne (21 h – 23 h 30); Cesar « Bass » Romero (23 h 30 – 1 h); LMFAO (live, 1 h – 2 h); David Guetta (2 h – 5 h); Kaskade (5 h – 7 h); Ana Paula (7 h – 9 h 30) and David Morales (9 h 30 – Noon).

For ticket delivery or more information please call 1-514-692-5478. Regular tickets are 105$ and VIPs are 150$ (limited quantity).

CORONA PRESENTS THE REAL CANCUN @1234 [THU MARCH 4]

On Thursday March 4th 2010, 1234 and Corona Extra are proud to present: The Real Cancn with DJs Carl Muren and Paul Random. For this special Cancun themed party, the first guests to arrive will receive a Free Corona Extra and extreme laser show is also planned for this event. Get on the list and save 5$ on the 10$ cover charge! Check out the video for more info!

KLEVER+ ARTHUR KING+ A-ROCK+ OMNIKROM @SAT [MARCH 5]

After the great success of the what-up-gangstars.com launch at Salon Officiel, Jay Louis strikes again with the first of a series of events that the puppet will organize in the next year. He's starting big with a party at the SAT, starring the infamous DJ Klever (Atlanta) as well as, for the first time in Canada, exclusively in Montreal, Arthur King (France / Le Baron). 

Local talents A-Rock and Shay DaKiss will also be on the turntables to take care of the global warming, to ecologists’ dismay. Likewise, surprise guests will spice the night up from beginning to end. Be sure to appreciate a special appearance by Omnikrom and Random Recipe for a real local taste. Visuals by 123Klan, VJ sets, special guests, secret performers and free goodies (stickers, t-shirts, laser, plastic, snacks...) are on the menu for the event that Jay himself qualifies as the best party in March! GET THERE EARLY to be sure not to miss anything!

WALE [LIVE PERFORMANCE] @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE [FEB 26]

The self-proclaimed "Ambassador of Rap for the Capital," Washington, D.C.-based rapper Wale (pronounced "wah-lay") was able to transcend his local sensation status and become a national rap contender using go-go-inspired hip-hop as the vehicle for his lyricism and clever wordplay.

Don't miss Wale performing his hit single "Chillin' " and many more LIVE only at Tonic Club Lounge, Friday February 26, 2010. Ger on the list and save 5$ on thw 15$ cover charge!

LAURENT WOLF with Special Guest DJ Skribble @ light ultraclub [Thursday Feb 18th]

Carnivale is quite possibly the greatest show on earth. Indulge your curiosity. Intrigue knows no bounds. Dazzling acts, dark arts and visions of the macabre come alive surrounded by the thumping bass of the hand-picked Maestros on deck. Expect the unexpected, and revel in the magic of the night. Featuring LAURENT WOLF with Special Guest DJ Skribble this Thursday February 18th, only at Light Ultra Club.

Globe’s Fabulous Fridays celebrates its 3rd birthday!

One of the city’s most recognized party nights is turning 3 and it appears that age will not be slowing it down. Restaurant Globe and FAB BOSS Inc., in conjunction with Ketel One Vodka and Laser Dermamode, are proud to present the FABULOUS FRIDAYS 3 Year Anniversary to be held on none other than Friday, February 5th, 2010.

Hosted by the FABULOUS FRIDAYS team of Fabio Broccoli, Carlo Mambro and Justin Sabini, the event promises to be nothing short of unforgettable with 3 times the Fabulous in store for everyone! The evening starts with a cocktail, or two, served by one of the most attractive and professional restaurant staff in the city. From there, explore Globe’s delectable new menu inspired by Montreal renowned Chef; François Nadon while resident DJ Thomas H serenades you with his celebrated mixes. And finally, dance the night away to the tunes provided by New York City’s very own DJ PM (Official DJ of ARMANI EXCHANGE). Let the city’s most FABULOUS hosts cater to your every need. To finish off the night in style, depart Globe with a complimentary Fabulous Fridays gift bag complete with a Special Edition CD, T-Shirt, Gift Certificates and much more!

Since Friday’s became FABULOUS, 3 years ago, Restaurant Globe has dominated the St-Laurent strip as well as the city of Montreal. With its mouth-watering menu, tantalizing tunes, and Fabulous hosts, Globe and FAB BOSS guarantee that Fridays will remain fabulous for years to come. For more information, please contact: Fabio, Carlo, or Justin @ fabboss.com, or call 514-284-3823.

TOMMY LEE & DJ AERO - ELECTRO MAYHEM TOUR @MUZIQUE [FEB 5]

Proving that he can bang beats as well as he bang drums, Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee has teamed up with DJ Aero to form a DJ duo like no other. Aero spins the tunes and Tommy applies the effects while doing the visuals. Currently on the Electro Mayhem world tour, the rocking duo is bringing their filthy electro sounds to a debaucherous party at a club near you.

Get on the list and save 5$ on the 15$ cover charge!

SPECIAL GUEST 'LIL JON [SATURDAY JAN 30] @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE

Exuberant, loud-mouthed, and regularly adorned with a bejeweled pimp chalice at hand, Lil Jon was the charismatic figurehead of the Dirth South crunk movement that arose from the Atlanta area around the turn of the century.

Born Jonathan Smith on January 27, 1971, in Atlanta, GA, the producer/rapper began his rap industry ascension as part of Jermaine Dupri's So So Def label, for which he worked from 1993 to 2000. In the mid-'90s Lil Jon began making a name for himself as a producer with a knack for club remixes. Before long he formed his own group, Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz, comprised of Big Sam and Lil Bo, in addition to himself.

Don't miss this very special night hosted by the King of Crunk himself, Lil Jon performing his hit singles LIVE only at Tonic Club Lounge, Saturday January 30, 2010. Ladies get on the list and save 5$ on the 20$ cover charge before 11:30pm! Men will have to pay the full cover charge.

TOM POOKS [FRANCE] @CIRCUS AFTER-HOURS [FRIDAY JAN 29]

TOM POOKS (Ovum, Kompakt, Intec / Beziers FR) native of Beziers in southern France, he discovered electronic music in 1992 during a trip to Rachdingue, the mythical club of Salvador Dali near Rosas in Spain. Two years later he began his career as resident at New York, Club House, the first club of Borealis. After a trip to Italy with Francesco Farfa & Joy Kitikonti it starts production and becomes more and more mature. After a first release for the label Scandium Records, he is spotted by the group Euka house which offers a collaboration that will rapidly lead to his first success: Talibujoua EP.

His popularity allowed him to start playing around the world. But thanks largely to the production of Tom Pooks will acquire an international dimension.

Get on the list and you and your friends can save 10$ on the 30$ cover charge!

Website : http://www.tompooks.com/

AXL ROSE & GUNS 'N ROSES [LIVE] @MUZIQUE TUESDAY JANUARY 25

At a time when pop was dominated by dance music and pop-metal, Guns N' Roses brought raw, ugly rock & roll crashing back into the charts. They were not nice boys; nice boys don't play rock & roll. They were ugly, misogynist, and violent; they were also funny, vulnerable, and occasionally sensitive, as their breakthrough hit, "Sweet Child O' Mine," showed.

Join Axl Rose and Guns 'N Roses for an exclusive pre-party at Montreal's newest hot spot Muzique. Get on the list and save 5$ on the 15$ cover charge before midnight!

BAL EN BLANC 16 [SUNDAY APRIL 4] TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

With winter just starting to make itself felt, it’s already time to plan starting spring off with a bang. Essential ingredients for an excess of springtime energy, tickets for the 16th edition of Bal en Blanc will be offered on early bird presale as of Saturday, December 12 at noon.

This is a unique opportunity for reserving a place at the best price and above all for making sure you don’t miss the great annual celebration, enlivened in the most skilful way possible by the best-known DJs and artists on the planet. The flagship event of Montreal’s White Party Week, which is taking place from April 1 to 5, 2010, Bal en Blanc will be held in its usual setting of Palais des Congrès (Montreal Convention Centre) the night of Sunday, April 4.

Once again, over 15,000 people are expected at Bal en Blanc, where two rooms will be devoted respectively to House and Tech/Trance rhythms. The lineup, almost completed, is expected to be as solid as it gets, with a number of the greatest names in electronic dance music on hand for the proceedings, not to mention some new figures whose stars are on the rise. But hurry: in light of the ever-growing popularity of the event, tickets for the 16th edition of Bal en Blanc risk disappearing very fast.

For tickets and more information please visit www.balenblanc.com .

Website : http://productionsplayground.com/Bal-en-Blanc-16.html

BOB SINCLAR @TIME SUPPERCLUB - SUNDAY JANUARY 10

Until only a few years ago, when you thought of global dance music hotbeds, you thought of New York, London, Chicago, and so on—but Paris? Hardly. In the late-1990s, though, that began to change when waves of fresh and funky club tracks started exploding out of the City of Lights. Dubbed “Le French Touch” by the UK music press, this new sound, inspired by (and freely sampling from) soul and disco as well as early New York and Chicago house, soon made Paris the new dance music mecca and the city’s young DJs and producers global club superstars. First came Dimitri From Paris and Daft Punk. Then, in 1998, the worldwide smash “Gym Tonic” dropped on an unsuspecting world, featuring kitschy vocals sampled from a Jane Fonda workout tape and credited to Bob Sinclar, a shadowy figure said to be variously a “spy, jewel thief, Riviera playboy, mercenary, high-class gigolo, sunglass model, and hardcore porn star.”

Despite the huge fuss that ensued over this international man of mystery, it turned out that Bob Sinclar was simply an assumed identity of one Chris Lefriant, who adopted the name and persona of a character in an old French spy film. And Lefriant was hardly a newcomer to the scene, either; in fact, he had been at the forefront of French dance music of all kinds since the early ‘90s, from acid jazz and hip-hop to the disco-flavored house music for which “Bob Sinclar” quickly became famous worldwide.

THIS NEW YEAR DISCOVER MTL'S NEWEST VENUE: IVY NIGHTCLUB

Montreal’s newest nightclub, IVY is located in the heart of the city on St. Laurent Boulevard. The atmosphere is exhilarating and fresh, the music is hypnotically versatile, and the cocktails will be flowing for the crowd of instantly energized party people, transporting you into another realm of emotion the moment you step through it's exclusive doors!

New Years Eve 2010 inside IVY has risen to the occasion of being the party destination for the fierce and the fabulous yearning for a quality Nightlife feeling they have yet to find. Forget all your troubles while ringing in 2010 the best way you can! Be one of the privileged first at the pre-opening of IVY Nightclub on New Year’s Eve and prepare for a celebration of sheer Nightlife Indulgence at it’s finest!

Tickets are 30$ and available at Off The Hook 1021a Ste-Catherine W, across from the HMV Megastore.

MARCEL WOODS [HOLLAND] @OPERA [FRIDAY DECEMBER 18]

Even though his star is rising exponentially, Dutch 'bon vivant' Marcel Woods knows what it's like to stay down to earth. With an unrivaled and enviable list of banging floor fillers to his credit, Woods refuses repetition and is on a constant quest for new innovations.

It's this attitude that puts him in the same league of the greatest trance orientated DJs of the Netherlands. However, hating the confinement of being tagged, Woods always thinks outside the box and only when something is 'Raw & Energetic' it deserves the Marcel Woods trademark.

Get on the list and save 10$ on the cover charge (20$) before 12:30am!

PRODUKT PRESENTS JOACHIM GARRAUD @ LA FOLIE [X-MAS DAY]

Becoming the pioneer of numerical music, Joachim Garraud created with Jean-Charles Carré his own recording studio in the middle of Paris, which allowed him to remix, compose or produce artists such as David Guetta, Jean-Michel Jarre, Paul Johnson, Deep Dish, David Bowie, OMD, Kylie Minogue, Mylène Farmer, Cassius, Ceronne, Moby, Robbie Rivera... and many more.

Joachim developed a new concept, blending Deejaying and musical improvisation, thus giving a true concert, a unique live performance which soon gave him the opportunity to perform all over the World.

This Christmas Day, join Produkt and Joachim Garraud at the all new Club La Folie. Tickets are 15$. No guestlist.

WINTER FOAM PARTY @TWELVE 34 [MONDAY DECEMBER 21]

Back by popular demand the FOAM party at Twelve34 promises to be a night to remember! The club will be completely transformed into a tropical paradise with a special heating system, the Coors Light Sauna, 4 Jacuzzis and many more surprises await you inside.

Music provided by MC Mario, Vito V and Messi J in the Main Room while JR Homicide takes on Bar One and Steve Pachaa & The Monkeyz play the Red Room.

Beachwear is highly recommended as it will get very wet on the dance floor thanks to a huge foam machine placed above the dance floor. People in beachwear will also gets free drinks inside!

This event costs 20$ to attend but you and your friends can save 5$ before 12:30am each by getting on our reduced guest list now!

RHYTHM NATION 2009 : MASH-UP EDITION [SAT DEC 5TH]

Comme ses éditions précédentes ont su le prouver, l'événement Rhythm Nations harmonise brillamment l'univers d'artistes provenant d'un éventail de styles musicaux. Il rassemble un public diversifié, à l'affût du mariage de genres musicaux rythmés. C'est ainsi que pour cette 9e édition, MonAssistant.ca vous invite à une soirée électrique, composée d'artistes talentueux qui vous feront tous voyager dans leurs univers folk, rock, pop, reggae et R&B.

Sur la scène québécoise, le groupe Mad'moizèle Giraf se passe de plus en plus de présentations. Sa musique ragamuffin bien québécoise vous transporte dans ses rythmes fougueux et explosifs. Il n'est pas surprenant que la scène internationale réclame de plus en plus ses bêtes de son et de scène... Lorsqu'on écoute Michèle O, c'est sa voix chaleureuse et pétillante et son talent de musicienne sur des airs country folk festifs qui nous captent instantanément. Ayant reçu deux prix au Festival de la chanson de Granby 2009, elle saura, avec l'accord de ses musiciens, vous accrocher à ses mélodies qui transportent vers des aventures imagées. Avec la formation Dance O Die, c'est le party assuré. Sa musique pop-reggae-électro-house assure la combinaison parfaite pour danser, comme dans les boîtes de nuit européennes où de nombreuses foules ont emboîté le pas depuis quelques mois...Le vocal torride et puissant de Trina Elle l'ancre définitivement dans le créneau mythique des chanteuses R&B. Sa présence scénique lui confine l'élégance et la torridité de l'électrisante auteure-compositrice qu'elle est. In 2 Much vous propose un alliage saisissant de R&B, de rock et de pop. Leur dynamisme scénique ne vous donnera qu'une envie: celle de bouger!

Lors de cette soirée, la musique électro-jazz de Free Smooth agrémentera l'ambiance. Kesnamelly Neff, qui en sera à sa toute première collaboration, animera l'événement.

L’objectif primordial de l’événement demeure de promouvoir la relève musicale dans ses démarches auprès de l’industrie artistique québécoise, en l’invitant à présenter ses œuvres originales au grand public.

Commandité par J Hennessy Productions la Bière Boris, la 9e édition de Rhythm Nations se tiendra le 5 décembre 2009, au club Lambi situé au 4465 boul. St-Laurent. Les portes ouvriront à 20 heures et le spectacle débutera à 21 heures pour prendre fin à 23 heures. Les billets seront vendus pour la modique somme de 10$.

KSARA LOUNGE BRINGS DOWNTOWN MIAMI VIBE TO BOISBRIAND

Thursday December 3rd, 2009 - It is with great pleasure that we announce the opening of Ksara Lounge, a new Bistro/Lounge/Club concept that will surely sweep you off your feet with its elegance, originality, ambiance, décor, architecture, cuisine, staff, music and overall culture. With its fine cuisine and over 30 types of Martinis and Cocktails to choose from, Ksara Lounge will be the ultimate place to satisfy your exquisite taste and curiosity.

Ksara Lounge will be hosting 3 weekly events with different musical themes nightly animated by Montreal’s hottest DJs and is open until 3am every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Located 5 minutes away from Laval, Ksara Lounge is perfectly situated in the new Faubourg Boisbriand. With over 200 parking spots and valet parking available, you will never have a problem parking your car.

This weekend you're invited to Ksara's Official Grand Opening on Satuday December 5th. Tickets are 10$ in advance and 15$ at the door. For more information call 450-818-6044

I NIGHTCLUB SHUT DOWN BY THE REGIE DES ALCOOLS

Tuesday December 1st, 2009 - This just in! It is with great regret that we inform you that "I Nightclub" is now closed as of this weekend forever. The "Régie des alcools des courses et des jeux du Quebec" suspended I nightclub's liquor license as of this week for unknown reasons and it doesn't seem that there's anything that can be done at this point to get it back.

Tucked away in Montreal's Gay Village near Circus After-Hours, I nightclub's customers were known to be very loyal to the club and its staff as there aren't any clubs around there to club-hop too.

After speaking to some of those staff members, it was obvious through their emotions that a family had been torn apart and that this news had taken everybody by surprise as events were already lined-up for December. I nightclub will surely be missed by the thousands of customers who have had memorable nights there.

Montrealguestlist.com would like to wish the club staff and administrators the best of luck in their upcoming projects!

MUZIQUE INDUSTRY OPENING - MONDAY NOVEMBER 30TH

Montreal's newest venue offering a truly mature and distinct nightlife experience opens its doors to the cities entertainment scene Monday November 30th. There will be plenty of surprises and incredible animation for all of the guests to enjoy. Muzique would like to invite you to join them for a new beginning, a touch of elegance, a taste of suave and the sounds of Muzique.

MASSARI LIVE PERFORMANCE @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE [SAT NOV 28]

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 - On Saturday, November 28th, Massari will be LIVE inside Tonic Club Lounge performing his hit single "Body Body" from the his new album "Forever".

Tonic Club Lounge was recently renovated from head to toe with new bars, lighting and sound to give its clients the best clubbing experience possible and with DJ Arabika and special guest Azrik on the 1s and 2s all night long, there's no reason to not have a great time!

Tonic also has underground parking for those upcoming cold winter nights! Guest list is valid only for women who get in for free, but only before midnight Get there early to avoid disappointment! See you on the dance floor!

PRODUKT PRESENTS SANDER KLEINENBERG @OPERA [FRI NOV 20]

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 - Superstar Dutch DJ and producer Sander Kleinenberg has built his international reputation on an ability to create different atmospheres, for myriad crowds, at venues all over the world. Kleinenberg is not only an artist who declines to stick to a single, easily defined sound, he also utilizes more than one medium to create a night out. Long at the forefront of integrating video imagery and other visuals in his VDJ sets, Sander includes Pioneer among his sponsors for these innovative performances.

The manufacturer has been involved with outfitting select clubs around the world with the SVM-1000 audio-visual mixer (which Kleinenberg helped develop), DVJ players, plasma televisions, and other custom video installations exclusively for his performances. Integrating music and images single-handedly requires sharpened skills and on-the-fly invention. "Now, in the process of DJing, I am in control of another dimensions. The thought processes are not just about music; there is a visual element as well." Which allows his to shape his identity, and stimulate crowds, in a host of fresh ways. "This is a whole new way of looking at what you do creatively. In the end, that is very challenging. It makes you more versatile as well. I love keeping on my toes."

Get on the "reduced" guest list and save cash at the door!

CARL COX JOIN OUR REVOLUTION TOUR @OPERA [SUNDAY NOV 15]

A perennial favorite as the best DJ in the world according to fans as well as the major mixing magazines, Carl Cox has been a part of Britain's dance scene from the heady days of disco through to the global clubland of the new millennium, with temporary pit stops covering hip-hop, the rare groove movement, and the immense rave revolution of the late '80s. That large span of time has undoubtedly affected his choice of records, since Cox routinely detours through breakbeat, Italian house, and the dance mainstream during his usual sets of hard techno.

Perhaps the best testament to his mixing skills is his immense popularity despite his focus on music much more intense than the brand of arena trance spawned by Oakenfold, Sasha, Digweed, and others.

Website : http://www.carlcox.com

LAWLER'S VIVA MUSIC TOUR IN MONTREAL THURSDAY @TRIBE

Forward thinking, groundbreaking, precedent setting: not just the true essence of progression, but an apt way to begin a biography on the world renowned DJ/producer Steve Lawler. That’s progression, not to be mistaken with the term progressive, music Steve Lawler’s often been associated with. Lawler is much more than a progressive house DJ. A child of the acid house generation, he’s been busy with the beats long before genres were but a twinkle in clubland’s eye.

An electronic artist who defies generic boundaries, ever since his days organising the infamous motorway raves under the M42, Lawler’s set his own agenda, following his natural musical instinct behind the decks and in the studio. 2008 has been the best example of this; after 17 years of hard graft, more people are beginning to take note of Lawler than ever.

Get on the list and you and your friends can get in free before 11:30pm!

Website : http://www.tribehyperclub.com

NEW GOSSIP SATURDAYS @TRIBE HYPERCLUB STARTS THIS WEEK

Tuesday November 10th, 2009 - Prepare to slip into the scandalous and savvy world of Gossip where image is everything, and judgment is above all a topic that reunites everyone together. If your attire is off, you will hear about it, you will be stared at. Nights out will now be stressful but enticing, while looking for the next victim of your sweet talking personality. Initiate contact with a desirable, yet naughty look that will start a wild chase. Make him spend, make her crave you.

Take a stroll towards the “old” to experience the new…Tribe Hyperclub, 390 St-Jacques, Old Montreal.

Website : http://www.tribehyperclub.com

MARCO DA SILVA'S FIRST TIME IN MTL ONLY AT TRIBE DRAMA QUEEN SUNDAYS

Wednesday, November 4th 2009 - As a child, one could see that Da Silva was a born performer, always singing and dancing. He grew up in a musical family both mother Maria and father Luis were well known Portuguese Fado singers.

Da Silva was extremely outgoing as a child and it soon become obvious which path he would choose. His first encounter with dance was with a Portuguese Folkloric group, where here would spend seven years of his life. The group toured with great success all over Europe and a log of competitions and prizes were won.

It was not long before Da Silva was approached to dance in clubs and start to earn a living from his talent. He soon became in demand and as a result went on to travel Germany, Holland, Belgium to dance in the hottest clubs.

Website : http://www.tribehyperclub.com

WIN A TRIP TO CANCUN WITH ARCADIO MARCUZZI BY GOING TO LIVING ON SATURDAY NOV 7

Wednesday, November 4th 2009 - On Saturday November 7th, Living Nightclub will host Arcadio Marcuzzi's b-day extravaganza where you could win a VIP evening with Arcadio himself in Cancun, Mexico (courtesy of S-Trip)! All you need to do is be in the club on Saturday during the draw!

Get on the list and you and your friends will get 5$ off the 10$ cover charge (you pay 5$ for those who failed math class) plus one free drink each! So basically, you get in for free and pay your first drink at the door! But there's a catch! You need to get there early because Saturdays at Living Nightclub are always jammed and getting in is sometimes harder than it seems! Get there early and say montrealguestlist.com at the door for VIP access!

Website : http://www.livingnightclub.com

IN HOUSE WE TRUST THURSDAYS NOVEMBER LINE-UP @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 - On Thursday, October 29th, the official opening of "In House We Trust" Thursdays at Tonic Club Lounge was a great success and the November dj line-up has now officially been announced! LIVE every Thursday night from 12-3am on CKOI 96.9 FM with resident DJ Fabien Shinobi and guests.

November 5th 2009: Erik El + Bruno Brown
November 12th 2009: Malick
November 19th 2009: Joubin
November 26th 2009: Uppercut + Eddy Jasmin

Tonic Club Lounge was recently renovated from head to toe with new bars, lighting and sound to give its clients the best clubbing experience possible and with specials on Skyy vodka all night, there's no reason to not have a great time! Tonic also has underground parking for those upcoming cold winter nights! Guestlist gets you and your friends in for free before midnight See you on the dancefloor!

Website : http://www.tonicclublounge.com/

THE ALL-NEW CLUB LA BOOM TURNS 8 YEARS OLD THIS WEEK!!

Monday, November 2nd, 2009 - La Boom is turning 8 years old this year and in "club years" that's a lot! Most clubs in the city hope to see their 3rd birthdays but La Boom should be here for another 8 years as the club keeps re-inventing itself and keeps up with the constantly changing trends.

La Boom is located at 1254 Stanley, where the world famous Limelight used to reign the Montreal nightlife. Whenever you party at La Boom, always remember your parents might very well have danced on the very same dancefloor!

La Boom just finished intense renovations for the club's 8 year anniversary and they've spared no expense! Get on the list and go check out the ALL NEW La Boom this weekend!

PRODUKT PRESENTS FEDDE LE GRAND [LIVE!] @OPERA [FRI OCT 30]

Friday, October 23, 2009 - Rare breeds like Fedde Le Grand are few and far between, and so when someone like this comes along it’s right that the world sits up and listens. He’s a Dutchman blessed with such talent that keeping up to speed with what he does is a task in itself.

It could be said Fedde came out of nowhere, riding off the success of a hit record. Well, to set the record straight; this couldn’t be further from the truth. Le Grand has spent the majority of his earlier youth grafting, spinning records in his Native country and cutting tracks until the inevitable happened. Put your hands up for Detroit was produced in the bedroom, released by one of the biggest labels in dance, and it enabled Fedde to step out into the world of Electronic Dance.

His abilities in the studio are endless. Together with his good friend and production partner Funkerman, they’ve churned out some immaculate material that has slotted into an absolute cross section of fellow DJS. The Flamingo Recordings imprint now stands as one of the most forward-thinking and exciting labels in EDM, with top flight acts eagerly hanging on for news of new releases and remix work.

IN HOUSE WE TRUST LAUNCHES NEXT WEEK @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE

Friday, October 23rd, 2009 - Next Thursday, October 29th, 2009 marks the official opening of "In House We Trust" Thursdays at Tonic Club Lounge. Featuring the musical talent of Etienne Ozborne & Fabien Shinobi LIVE on CKOI 96.9 FM all night long, this night promises to be the best place to party on Thursday nights!

Tonic Club Lounge was recently renovated from head to toe with new bars, lighting and sound to give its clients the best clubbing experience possible and with specials on Skyy vodka all night, there's no reason to not have a great time! Tonic also has underground parking for those upcoming cold winter nights! Guestlist gets you and your friends in for free before midnight so don't miss your chance to witness the beginning of a Tonic's newest chapter: In House We Trust. See you on the dancefloor!

MAESTRO FRESH WES [LIVE!] @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE [FRIDAY OCT 23]

Friday, October 23, 2009 - Maestro Fresh Wes began writing his own poetry and raps while still in elementary school in Toronto. He studied under such names as Grandmaster Flash, Spoonie G. and Kurtis Blow, and formed the Vision Crew with Ebony MC (aka Marlon Bruce). After the duo split up in 1987, Fresh Wes recorded several demos and signed with independent LMR Records. His first album, Symphony in Effect (1990), was followed by Black Tie Affair (1991) and Naaah, Dis Kid Can't Be from Canada?!! (1994).

Don't miss your chance to catch this living legend LIVE only at Tonic Club Lounge, Friday October 23, 2009. Guestlist grants men a 5$ reduction off the 15$ cover charge and ladies get 10$ off.

OFF THE HOOK CELEBRATES 10 YEARS @TRIBE SUNDAY OCT 11

@ Bains Douches (390 St Jacques)

Thursday October 8th, 2009 - This Sunday October 11th marks Off the Hook's 10 year anniversary and they're doing in style at Tribe! None other than Brooklyn's own DJ Ayres and Cosmo Baker from The Rub will be killin' it behind the decks! No guestlist for this event as tickets are available at Off the Hook (1021 Ste-Catherine).

The Rub is an institution in Brooklyn. What started in 2002 as a classics and hip-hop party held on the first Saturday of every month at Southpaw became a movement. As a crew and separately, DJ Ayres, DJ Eleven and Cosmo Baker have released over 50 mix cds, 10 records, won the 2006 Scion Mix contest, and appeared on MTV Mixtape Mondays, in The New York Times, Spin, Vice, XXL and countless other magazines and websites. The boys have also played in over 50 cities on five continents, both as headliners as well as support for acts such as Bun-B, A-Trak and many others.

LIVING NIGHTCLUB THU/FRI/SAT WINTER DJ LINE-UP

Thursday October 8th, 2009 - After 3 years under the name "House Nightclub" the club's administration decided to go back to their roots and change the club's name back to the original and now legendary "Living Nightclub".

Living Nightclub is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays as well as on long weekend Sundays. Thursday nights, Louis XIV (King Louis) and Renegade take over the musical controls, on Fridays, DJ Stef Agostino rocks the Main Room while Renegade throws down hip hop classics and Saturdays it's all about DJs Japai & DMC champion, DJ Blast. "Live the dream" at Living Nightclub!

Website : http://www.livingnightclub.com/

MUZIQUE'S OPENING DELAYED TO NEXT WEEK [OCT 16-17]

Wednesday October 7th, 2009 - Tucked away in the upper part of Montreal's nightlife corridor, Muzique Nightclub eagerly awaits its revival of the St. Laurent nightlife scene.

Muzique features 2 rooms where a collaboration of Montreal's best DJ's spin a collection of Modern Urban, Electro, House and Rock, where it is finally once again possible to enjoy phenomenal music in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere. Unparalleled service and an eclectic ambiance combine to make your weekly escape a unique experience every time.

Warmer nights will feature a rooftop terrace where guests can truly unwind and have fun, all the while enjoying the one club that aims to provide the essentials: good music, a more mature clientele, and most of all a place where you can truly enjoy yourself.

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FUNKERMAN LIVE @OPERA [SUNDAY OCTOBER 4TH]

@ Opera [CLOSED] (32 Sainte-Catherine)

Friday October 2nd, 2009 - Many love affairs start off in the bedroom, whether it’s Madonna, Britney, Justin or KISS adorning our walls, those early years in the dark depths of our teenage privacy can be some of the most important and formative. That was certainly the case for Dutchman Ardie van Beek, or Funkerman as he’s now known around the world.

But it wasn’t plastic pop bunnies that enamored a young Ardie – instead it was the sounds of Public Enemy, Eric B and Rakim and other heroes of the US hip-hop explosion that inspired him to take on the turntables and begin what was to be a journey into the very soul of funk. Religiously crate-digging through the annals of r’n’b and soul, he followed the samples back to the original disco and rare groove tracks, unearthing a whole history of dance music in the process. For the 13-year-old Funkerman it was as if someone had opened a musical treasure chest for him to play with.

Don't miss out on Funkerman's first time playing at club Opera this Sunday! NO GUESTLIST!

DONALD LAUTURE @TRIBE HYPERCLUB SATURDAY OCTOBER 3RD

2009-10-03 @ Bains Douches (390 St Jacques)

Friday October 2nd, 2009 - This Saturday night, one of Montreal's most established and talented DJs will take the musical controls of Tribe Hyperclub's DJ booth and always promises to deliver the goods! Don't miss yet another great event at Tribe!

Donald Lauture has established himself as one of the leaders in the nightlife and entertainment culture in Montreal, Canada. His business savvy, passion for music and entertainment will leave any clients that he has the opportunity to encounter asking for more. His versatility as a House, R'N'B, Hip Hop, Rock and Old School DJ, and innovative ways will satisfy any crowd, and in turn, please every listening ear around his arena of entertainment. Holding seven residencies in Montreal's trendiest nightclubs for the past 5 years, Donald Lauture has elevated his status to now becoming an international dj sensation, having spun across Canada, the United States, Switzerland and Germany for example. Many DJ’s hope to become the best, Donald Lauture aspires to become one of the greatest.

Website : http://www.tribehyperclub.com

VINTAGE FRAMES COMPANY WEBSITE LAUNCH WITH STEVE AOKI @S.A.T. [OCT 2]

Friday October 2nd, 2009 - Tonight marks the official launch party for The Vintage Frames Company website at the S.A.T. in Montreal. With none other than Steve Aoki behind the decks and photography by The Cobrasnake, you're guaranteed a fantastic night! Get there early as the promoters will be giving away limited edition 3D glasses to see the performance in a different light!

The man behind Dim Mak Records who founded and released artists from Bloc Party, The Kills, Klaxons, MSTRKRFT, The Bloody Beetroots, Mystery Jets, The Rakes, The Gossip, Envy, also is the same man behind the production moniker Weird Science that has remixed Peaches, Snoop Dogg & Bloc Party. Under his own name, Aoki has remixed The Killers, Robin Thicke, Lenny Kravitz, Duran Duran and Timbaland, Chester French, S.P.A., All American Rejects, Chris Cornell & more. In the past he has collaborated w/artists from Boys Noize, The Faint, D.i.M., The Bloody Beetroots, & Junkie Xl. Also involved in fashion, Aoki has developed lines for KR3W Apparel, Supra Footwear, headphones for WESC, and in ‘09 sunglasses with KSUBI, headwear with NEFF, bags with Burton, & a brand new mens/women’s range with his sister Devon. Check out dimmakcollection.com to buy tee shirts & hoodies and read on his blog on here that he keeps up to date. Hailing from Los Angeles you can check most of his antics up on his partner in crime’s website www.TheCobrasnake.com.

Website : http://www.vintageframescompany.com

PABLO CEBALLOS BIRTHDAY BASH @KARMA [SAT SEPT 26]

Member of the highly-talented and internationally-acclaimed pair Chus & Ceballos, founder of the respected label Stereo Productions and resident of some of the best clubs in the world has been placed Pablo in one of the leading positions within the world’s top league of DJs & producers'. The brilliant quality of his tracks and the perfect blend of his bottom-heavy rhythms with warm and inviting soul-grabbing elements have led Pablo to become a greatly-respected master in productions and remixes.

He has often lent his talent to various reputable imprints, such as Warner, Yoshitoshi, Stealth, Defected and Twisted. Regarded as important pioneers in the music industry, Madonna, Danny Tenaglia and Deep Dish have all regularly placed their trust in Pablo Ceballos to remix their works.

Get on the list at Karma for this Saturday September 26th and save 5$ on the 15$ cover charge!

PUBLIC ENEMY'S DJ LORD @KOI THIS SATURDAY [SEPT 26]

In '99, DJ Lord joined the hip-hop group Public Enemy on their 40th World Tour replacing Terminator X. Soon after, DJ Lord had his own performance segment within the Public Enemy show. While DJ battles and hip hop has been at the foundation of his career, DJ Lord also works in the drum and bass arena. The career of DJ Lord and the art of turntablism is documented in the DVD, ‘DJ LORD - The Turntable Chronicles’, released in 2003.

French Connection DJs & Koi Bar are proud to present DJ Lord on Saturday September 26th 2009.

L.A. RIOTS + LOVE THY BROTHER @ENTOURAGE [FRIDAY SEPT 25]

Electro duo L.A. Riots emerged in 2007 with a succession of remixes and within a year's time became an MP3 blogosphere sensation, reworking tracks by such fashionable artists as Justice, Chromeo, and Hot Chip. Comprised of DJ/producers Daniel LeDisko and Jo'B, the duo first made a name for itself in 2007 with remixes including the Mystery Jets' "Diamonds in the Dark," the Scanners' "Lowlife," Justice's "The Party" (featuring Uffie), and Chromeo's "Bonafide Lovin'."

The blog buzz continued in 2008 with additional remixes including Photek's "Love and War," Hot Chip's "Ready for the Floor," and Justice's "DVNO"; plus, their remix of Weezer's "Automatic" was licensed for the soundtrack of the Sony Playstation game Gran Turismo 5. Besides all of this remix work, L.A. Riots toured internationally as a well-regarded DJ tandem and joined the roster of A-Trak's Fool's Gold label.

BALROOM CLOSED THIS WEEK FOR RENOVATIONS - BACK ON OCT 6

After 4 years of crazy parties and non-stop action every weekend, Balroom is in need of some TLC in renovation form! The club will be closed during the last week of September (Friday 25th and Saturday 26th) and set to re-open on Tuesday October 6th for a must-attend "industry" night, where Montreal's nightlife and club staffs are invited to party with each other since they all have to work on weekends!

Balroom's management promises that the "New Balroom" will completely blow your mind and will feel like a completely new club while maintaining it's old party vibe provided by its energetic staff and loyal customers. Music on Fridays provided by non other than King Richard and Saturdays, Louis XIV takes over the DJ booth.

Guestlist is available until midnight on Tuesday October 6th and every Friday and Saturday. See you there!

Website : http://www.balroombar.com

LIVING NIGHTCLUB IS BACK FOR ITS 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Montreal, September 23, 2009 - In 1999, Living Nightclub opened its doors for the first time at the corner of St-Laurent Boulevard and Mont-Royal in an old bank and has since been a staple in Montreal's vibrant nightlife scene. After 7 years as Living Nightclub, the club's management was forced to change its name to House Nightclub after some of the original owners decided to move on to other projects.
Now in 2009, 10 years after its opening, Living Nightclub is back and stronger than ever! Come relive the unique Living experience on Tuesday September 29th, 2009. On this occasion, the all new club design featuring complete renovations inside and out will be unveiled. Living nightclub's hosts are ready to attend to your every need in any of the 3 rooms pumping out different types of music and a they even have a new alcohol menu for you to choose from.

Website : http://www.livingnightclub.com

STEREO NIGHTCLUB - THE PARTY WILL GO ON!

The Party Will Go on! Montreal’s Stereo Nightclub was victim to a small fire, although minimal damage was made in the early hours of Tuesday 1st September. Stereo was scheduled to launch an extravagant five-day reopening during this Labor Day Weekend starting Thursday 3rd September – Monday 7th September.

Stereo owner Tommy Piscardeli commented, “I’m not even angry. Something bad happened here, but something good is going to come out of it.” Piscardeli’s partner and Stereo co-owner Mike Rein added, “we have a plan and a vision for Stereo, and nothing is going to stop us from achieving what we have set out to accomplish.”

Over one hundred volunteers showed up on Tuesday & Wednesday night, working around the clock, to help with the clean up of Stereo, proving how this legendary nightclub still stands as a Mecca to clubbing fans all over the world. The Commercial Development Society (SDC) of Montreal’s Village along with the city’s Tourism Board, the office of the Mayor of Montreal, Montreal’s Chief of Police and Fire Department; are conscientious about the current situation and, together have all agreed to hold a formal meeting with Stereo’s team next week (Friday, September 11th) to discuss long term solutions for the efficient operation of Stereo as well as the success of this world class institution.

Grammy Award winner, Sharam from Deep Dish was scheduled to showcase Stereo’s new live staged set-up, Tonight - Friday September 4th, with his infamous “Get Wild Live Show” with midget cowboys and Get Wild dancers, which also featured vocalist Anousheh Khalili, as well as additional support from Sultan and Ned Shepard. Although this event has been cancelled, it will be a show not to be missed. Additional information concerning the possible rescheduling of this event along with instructions for current event ticket holders will be released promptly during the day on by end of today on Friday, September 4th.

The highly anticipated “Stereo Saturday’s” event on September 5th, will also go ahead as planned (pending final approval from Montreal’s fire department inspectors) introducing their new Saturday concept, where a surprise hi-profile guest DJ will grace the Stereo decks….all will be revealed on the new and improved Stereo dance floor!

Roger Sanchez is set to perform as scheduled (pending final approval from Montreal’s fire department inspectors), his 8 hour + marathon set marking his long awaited return to Stereo on Sunday 6th September, followed by the finale event on the waterfront of Montreal’s old port at Ile de Bonsecours in association with Neon. Artists include Tiga, Adam Beyer, Clive Henry, Audiofly, Martin Buttrich Live, Jordan Dare and Maher Daniel all confirmed for this outdoor event.

After having concluded a formal meeting on Thursday with city officials, Representatives of Stereo’s management team stated, “we are very confident that we will have a firm decision by end of day, (Friday September 4th) regarding Stereo’s official re-opening. And, It looks very positive!”

Please visit www.stereonightclub.net for further information.

BIG IS BACK!! - THIS LABOUR DAY SUNDAY ONLY @LA BOOM

BIG is back for its 6th edition on Sunday September 6th 2009 at the fully renovated Club La Boom! This party is for those who love and appreciate music only! The best in Hip Hop, R&B, Old School, Reggae, Soca, Electronic and House music will be played throughout the complex by featured DJs Jester, Kid Kut, Payce & Mystik Munkee in the Main Room. The Reggae/Soca room will groove to the sounds of Star-Q and Professor while Truspin & Mr, VNM rock the Electro/House room.

There is no guestlist for this event but advance tickets can be purchased online at www.lymetyme.com or in person at Off the Hook (1021A Ste-Catherine O.) and King Cuts (1206 Drummond).

SKY'S THE LIMIT! - LABOR DAY SUNDAY @TONIC CLUB LOUNGE

This Labor Day Sunday, Tonic Club Lounge and Skyy Vodka are proud to present Playmate DJ Tamara Sky. This Puerto Rican beauty was named Miss August 2007 by Playboy Magazine and has deejayed too many celebrity parties to name. Tamara was also featured on "The Girls Next Door", a Playboy reality TV show.

Also, this Sunday September 6th, Skyy Vodka bottles are at only 140$ and guestlist is valid for both men and women before midnight! Don't miss your chance to see and hear one of the sexiest DJs in the business only at Tonic Club Lounge!

PRODUKT & BEB PRESENT SENSATION '09 @PEPSI FORUM

@ Forum Pepsi (2313 Ste-Catherine W)

New hall, new ball! The Sensation event is back with even more punch at the Pepsi Forum, where about 6000 fans of electronic dance music are expected for the kind of party night you dream about. Imagine the intensity of a mega-event, one-of-a-kind rhythms courtesy of the highest caliber DJs, a select and privileged crowd, and all of it happening in the warmth of a space on a human scale: Sensation 2009 promises to be a match for your every ambition.

The combined presence of Armin Van Buuren, the number one DJ on the planet and David Guetta, House music's dominant star means that a true summit encounter is in the works. Not to mention that the finest Montreal and Toronto based DJs will be on hand to keep the dance floor pulsating to perfection for 10 straight hours! Naturally there will be sound equipment at the cutting edge and other sophisticated lighting designed to create a stunning ambiance as we mark the end of the Summer. Presented on Saturday September 5th, the 3rd edition of Sensation will be the don't miss Montreal rendezvous as the new season approaches.

Website : http://productionsplayground.com/Sensation-2009_FR.html

NATHAN SCOTT [CROBAR CHICAGO] @CLUB ENTOURAGE [SEPT 4]

Nathan Scott has been developing his performance for the last 7 years as an artist working 5 nights a week primarily around the Chicago night club scene and is currently performing all over the United States with doing over 250 shows in 2008 ,and is the resident DJ from Chicago on XM BPM(channel 81)/Sirius (channel 36) radio on Friday nights at 9PM (central) and Saturday 2AM(central).

BPM was voted the #1 dance station in the US. Currently Nathan's mix with DJ Antoine "Underneath" is #4 on their chart. For the past 5 years he has held his residency at Crobar in Chicago, which was voted by Maxim magazine as one of the Top 10 Clubs in the US and at MODA, which was featured on "Wild on E".

LEGENDARY STEREO RE-OPENS ITS DOORS SEPTEMBER 3RD 2009

One of the world’s legendary clubland hotspots, Montreal’s STEREO, will re-open its doors once again this Labor Day Weekend, announcing an extravaganza of festivities over a five day affair. Grammy Award winners Sharam from Deep Dish, and Roger Sanchez will join the star studded line-up along with Angel Moraes amongst others.

The Stereo team has worked diligently around the clock for the past eight months, on the new face of Stereo, after a fire in July 2008. Keeping true to the essence of “a club for the people” and maintaining its original history and architectural shape, as well as upgrading and adding finesse to its sound-system and interior decor. Upgrades include a new live staged format for live bands of all genres with seating, creating a modern yet intimate feel.

Friday’s event will be an array of midget cowboys, and ‘get wild dancers’ as part of the exclusive Sharam (Deep Dish) Get wild Live show, featuring renowned singer Anousheh Khalili; with additional support from rising superstars, Sultan and Ned Shepard, showcasing its live staged venue, with special layout and audio set up which configure by a flick of a switch!