Posted by: Richard Wheeler
on May 29, 2009
So, a few months ago I stumbled across a small restaurant, I might have missed it if it wasn’t for the chalkboard sign outside which said ‘Tuesday free wine tasting- 7pm’. In fact, I realized I must have walked past this place a million times before. But this time was different, there was wine inside… and it was free, and I was going to find out what the deal was.
So I entered through the door and heavy curtain, and inside I found a warm candle lit cove, filled with the smell of roasted garlic, ahead of me stood a long oak bar and on top of it were carefully placed wine glasses. Behind the bar stood a friendly face and when I gave a curious look, as the word ‘free?’ escaped me, she nodded and said to join them at the bar.
Along with the generously sized glasses of wine we had, we were served small dishes that complemented each wine. It has now been a few months, and I return to the Oak Bar every Tuesday, in fact its safe to say, Tuesday has become my favourite day of the week. What really makes this a great wine tasting experience is not just the great wines and atmosphere, but the lady who makes it possible, Paula Maia. She is such a warm and fun personality, she gets everyone involved in talking about the wines and is truly someone who loves wine and is passionate about it…. and that passion is wonderfully infectious.
It is good to reserve a spot in advance for the Tuesday, this can be done by phone or e-mail. Also in the summer, the tastings are sometimes held in their cosy candle lit garden. It starts at 7pm every Tuesday. See you there!
Oak Wine Bar
361 Graham Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211
718 387 1245
info@oakwinebar.com
www.oakwinebar.com
Directions: Take the L train to Graham Ave
Posted by: Richard Wheeler
on May 28, 2009
Nine Inch Nails + Jane’s Addiction
June 7th
Nikon at Jones Beach Theater. 7pm, $26–$85.
Trent Reznor has turned over a fan-friendly new leaf, with free downloads, an iPhone app, a regular presence on Twitter, and a taping policy allowing both audio and video documentation. The core members of Jane’s Addiction, reunited for the first time since 1991, are said to be working on new material. And openers Street Sweeper Social Club—a collaboration between Rage against the machine’s Tom Morello and The Coup’s Boots Riley, are set to be quite something themselves…
Regina Spektor + Little Joy
June 17th
Beacon Theatre. 8pm; $35.50, $40.50, $42.50.
The big story here is that Spektor will be bringing new songs to the Beacon from Far (out June 23), her follow-up to 2006’s smash, Begin to Hope. (In fact, every online ticket purchase to this show includes a two-song download.) The side story: Opening is Spektor’s old pal and Stroke, Fab Moretti, and his band, Little Joy.
Beyoncé
June 21st & 22nd
Madison Square Garden. 7:30pm, $20.75–$175.75.
Beyonce…need I say more?
Posted by: Richard Wheeler
on May 22, 2009
So, we hate to say we told you so…BUT...we did predict this! The team here at ENC are very happy to say that another contestant who wore one of our T-shirts on the show has won American Idol! (The other was David Cook). Its now safe to say, our T-shirts are officially good luck to all aspiring American Idol contestants. Get yours now! Its the only way to guarantee a win...
Posted by: Richard Wheeler
on May 18, 2009
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Model as a Muse: Embodying Fashion
The Tisch Galleries, 2nd Floor
May 6, 2009 – August 9, 2009
The Model as a Muse, spring 2009 exhibition organized by The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art explores the reciprocal relationshipbetween highfashion and evolving ideals of beauty,focusing on iconic fashion models in the latter half of the 20th century and their roles in projecting, and sometimes inspiring, the fashion of their respective eras.
The exhibition features approximately 80 masterworks of haute couture and ready-to-wear. Fashion editorial, advertising, and runway photography plus large- scale projections from feature films are used throughout the galleries to contextualize the fashion zeitgeist.
A book, The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion, written by Harold Koda and Kohle Yohannan, accompanies the exhibition. It is published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and distributed by Yale University Press – $50 for the hardcover; and, at Met locations (including metmuseum.org), $35 for a paperback edition.
Also, a T-shirt designed by Marc Jacobs on the occasion of the exhibition is available for purchase in red or fuchsia in the Museum's on-site shops and www.metmuseum.org for $35
Posted by: Richard Wheeler
on May 14, 2009
Hello, hello,
DJ Katsunami here, writing all the way from sunny Manila, Philippines. Just recently I had my first gig over at Hong Kong and I can honestly say, it has been the best gig thus far. It's hard to call this whole DJing-business a job - it's almost as if you're being paid to dance and have fun. And as many of you who have attended my gigs before know, that I go absolutely crazy behind the DJ booth whether the room is packed or not. I performed at Vertigo Ultralounge, a very chill lounge that has never hosted an electro DJ before, so I initially was very excited yet nervous about it. But, as soon as I got up for my set at 1:00 a.m, the whole place was pumping. It was an absolute madfest, I was amazed on the energy that the audience exuded. Whenever I am behind turntables, I always dance and go crazy toward the music - it's a natural thing. However, it makes an incredible difference when a DJ can feed off the enthusiasm and excitement from the audience.
Hong Kong was amazing and the fact that I also got the opportunity to meet some idiosyncratic and talented DJs was fantastic. I loved every second of it and I'm looking forward to flying back to party with the crazy Hong Kong partygoers again.
I was so inspired from my Hong Kong gig that as soon as I arrived back in Manila, I started working on yet another mix. So, I've created another party mix that samples my style of music while showcasing my favourite electronic songs at the moment. If you fancy the catchy beats of Lady GaGa, savored the freshness of Kid Cudi, then this is a mix that you will be blasting out at your next get-together with friends. I hope you enjoy xx
DJ Katrina "Katsunami" Razon's F.F.E (Friends For Enemies) Mix
Track List:
"Licky (Herve Goes Low Remix)"-Larry Tee feat. Superstar
"Shake that"-Spank Rock
"Baggy Bottom Boys"-Jokers of the Scene
"Rave is King (Le Caslte Vania Remix)"-Fukkk Off
"Gives You Hell (Bloody Beetroots Remix)"-The All American Rejects
"XR2"-M.I.A
"Day 'N' Nite (Crookers remix)"-Kid Cudi
"Oh!(A-Trak Remix)"-Boys Noize
"Show Me Love (Katsunami Hi-Speed Remix)"-Robin S
"Mars"-Fake Blood
"Pokerface (Space Cowboys remix)"-Lady GaGa
"Where's My Money (Caspa Remix)"-TC
"What U Do 2 Me (Jack Beats Remix)"-Steed Lord
"Dimmakummunication (The Bloody Beetroots Remix)"-Timbaland
Peace & Love,
KRazon
