Hey There!
Last night's soiree to celebrate the opening of the two day old, or something like that, Aspen Social Club and Nightlife Impresario Steve Lewis' arrival to Blackbook Magazine, was nothing short of historical. Pay attention kiddies, you will only witness "history" every so often, and without a point of reference you will NOT even know that history is "what" has occurred. The exquisite newly constructed space presented by longtime club owner Greg Brier, and designed by Steve Lewis served as the perfect backdrop for the ultimate ROCK PARTY.
Upon entry, Mr. Lewis now famed for Good Night Mr. Lewis was seen schmoozing with a circle of revelers, fans, etc. to the immediate right of the huge Blackbook November Issue display (see photo at left). While there was no apparent open bar (we don't drink anymore) dark haired girls, with the aid of what normally would be bar backs or runners served neat platters of fried goodness like corn fritters, polenta sticks, and we believe we spotted chicken quesadillas some where. The crowd ranged from "been there done that"*** to... "is someone taking my picture?" Guys were grunge rocker, artsy types and girls were....well, the ones that LOVE grunge rocker, artsy types. Notably we HEARD Deborah Harry had been there, and we SAW Kelly Choi from NYCTV--that was good enough for us--check the other NYC blogs (Guest of a Guest) later today for more.
So what was the historical part? Seeing DJ Marky Ramone of "the" Ramones spin alongside longtime Brit DJ/Producer Tommy James and hearing The Seed (Cody Chesnutt) President Gas (Psychedelic Furs), All Day and All of the Night (The Kinks), etc. HOT! Mainly the history lies in LONGEVITY--seeing the successful progression of our dear friend Mr. Lewis go from Club Manager, to Club Owner, to renowned Nightclub/Restaurant Designer, to Nightlife Blogger, to giving on camera interviews to Black Book's own BBTV (?) all while forever being a BIG LEAGUE party promoter... is simply uncanny!
So, was it a GOOD night Mr. Lewis? it certainly was!
***-been there done that refers to MAJOR longtime NYC scenesters of the over 40 variety..they know who they are
*photo by The Quest for "it" via Blackberry
As the buzz around Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and Fashion's Night Out continues to grow, there's another must-see event on the horizon: Fashion's Night Out: The Show. Coming this Tuesday, it's the first-ever Fashion's Night Out Runway Show and the largest public fashion show in New York City history.
Christian McKenzie is an Editor, Journalist and Film Producer based in New York and London. She has worked with IMG Fashion, Future Proof Productions, Acolyte Films, and Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation. For more information, visit ChristianMcKenzie.com
A life-long New Yorker currently residing in Maine, Richard has employed his writing and artistic talents in a wide variety of professions and projects. He presently does music promotion for underground artists, is a tireless community activist/organizer who has worked on several high-profile political and civil rights campaigns, and is also himself a musician who has performed in numerous bands, done some studio session work, and currently makes instructional guitar and bass playing videos.
George T. Wilson aka Georgeo is the owner of a small boutique PR agency Mangeo Public Relations Group which caters to a select group of clientele who are a brand or on thier way to becoming one. He has been involved in the entertainment field for a number of years and first got his start in the industry as a dancer/ choreographer of his own production company. With his passion for life he is inspired to greatness by walking in his destiny without apology .
New York based Lifestyle Consultant Peggie Walker is on a quest! As Executive Editor of this very blog (The Quest for "it") Peggie has recently re-ignited her longtime passions in the areas of inter-generational beauty, fashion, lifestyle and culture. Look for articles that reflect her quest as well as that of others. Some things borrowed, some things new some things old....here's wishing ALL your dreams come true.
The Quest for "it "welcomes our first official Guest Blogger on film, Sharon Abella. Sharon is a true girl about town reporting on Film premieres from the red carpet to the after parties. Coverage for 2007 includes: The Kite Runner, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street etc.
Check Sharon out in the Film Category of this blog--NOW!
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