EGO with DJ Chad Jack
Beginning in the 90s, big-name DJs became a very big deal in the gay community. All-star spinsters, like Junior Vasquez and Victor Calderone, commanded huge performance fees to play giant parties all around the world. Their music helped fuel an entire genre of multi-day events, called circuit parties. Most major U.S. city played host to one of these annual weekend soirees, including Philadelphia’s own Blue Ball. Over the last several years, circuit parties in many cities folded. Only a few major DJ-driven circuit events, including Blue Ball, remain. But the change has forced gay DJs to diversify – playing smaller venues and producing more remixes for mainstream and alternative artists. One DJ who is flourishing during this transitional time is New York City’s Chad Jack. He plays and produces an innovative combination of contemporary pop hits and classics with energetic mixes and sound effects that soar over the crowd. This Friday, he’ll be making an exclusive appearance at the Gayborhood’s Q Lounge and Kitchen for EGO, their Friday night party. Q is probably the most intimate space where you’ll have the opportunity to hear a DJ of Chad Jack’s caliber in the “City of Brotherly Love.” This event is guaranteed to bring out the cream of Philly’s gay crop, so get there early to reserve your spot on the dance floor!
Fri., Nov 5, 10 pm
Q Lounge and Kitchen
1234 Locust St.
215.732.1800
www.qphilly.com
