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Winter Party Festival features the world's best DJs and performers in some of the hottest nightclubs and venues in South Beach and throughout South Florida. Make your travel plans early and join us! |
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Mark Angelo
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Mark Angelo Cummings is an occupational therapist, a certified nutrition consultant, and the owner of Bodies Under Construction, Inc. He is the creator of The Body Transformation System and the author of The Mirror Makes No Sense. Cummings is on a quest to help raise awareness in our society regarding Trans issues. He hopes to open hearts and minds through his national and international TV appearances. He has appeared in several documentaries and is currently working on one of his own with Spiral Media.
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Sandy Collins
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Sandy Collins is a beautiful, tall, blonde, post-op transsexual born in Newport Gwent, South Wales, in the UK. She completed her journey into total womanhood at the age of 26 and is now truly living her dream! Sandy, a former actress/model who was outted in the media in the 1990's after living 13 years in stealth, has also appeared on many of the British talk shows talking about her life as a trans-woman and her career in the world of entertainment. Sandy has performed at Trixie's Hollywood Showbar for many years, hosting The Dollhouse review every Thursday and as part of the Hollywood Lovelies review on Saturday evenings. She was also a former rep for the International Gender Dysphoria Trust and hopes to release her first book, Boyz will be Girlz, towards the end of the year.
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Topaz
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Topaz was recently in a long-term relationship with a cross-dresser and believes that she, herself, is a drag queen trapped in a woman's body. She is a cabaret singer/chanteuse and performance artist, often appearing as Marlene Dietrich in drag, and more often doing the French songs of the late chanteuse, Edith Piaf. She has performed extensively in New York and did her one-woman show for over a year at Cafe Elyse in Soho, NYC.
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Boom Boom
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Boom Boom was born only five years ago in Miami - but was originally born as Carlos Silva in Cartagena, Colombia. She and her family moved from New York to Miami in 1997. After finishing high school, Boom Boom discovered the unique and special world of performing drag queens. There s/he discovered her true self and cute and sweet Carlos Silva was reborn as the lovely and talented Boom Boom. Currently you can find Boom Boom performing at Trixie's Showbar in Hollywood, FL.
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Karina Iglesias
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Born and raised in Miami to Honduran parents, Karina Iglesias' sound mirrors the diverse musical and cultural influences that have shaped her character and forged her individuality as an artist. With a style equally informed by rhythm & blues, boleros, gospel and hip-hop, Karina delivers her performances with the intimacy of a deep soul crooner and the conviction and drive of a dauntless female singer/songwriter.
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Nicole Henry
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Since her debut release The Nearness of You, Nicole Henry has amassed awards and international acclaim with her beautiful voice and her inspiring "joie de vivre". Critics have described Nicole's voice as "passionate and charismatic, genuine and heartfelt, sensual, unique and stirring, lush and sultry". Billboard wrote in 2004 that she has "a distinctive, potent voice and she's poised on the cusp of bigger things."
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Phil B.
Blast Off!
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Known in his hometown of San Francisco for his legendary performances at MASS, Aftershock and Industry, Phil B.'s versatility as a DJ has made him a favorite with partygoers everywhere. Appearances at some of the biggest clubs and events on the circuit are common for Phil B., whose career spans more than 15 years. Whether he is playing one of his renowned tea-dance sets (White Party, Sundance, MASS), peak-hour (Blue Ball, Viva Las Vegas, Industry@Mezzanine), or a harder after-hours set (Aftershock, Bump, Red Eye), Phil B.'s passion for his craft is undeniable. [website]
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Randy Bettis
Leather and Fetish Fantasy
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After leaving the bright lights of Broadway in 1998, the New York-based DJ/producer has been cementing his reputation as one of the top names in the US circuit. He has been the mix master of the official Orlando Gay Days CD since 2004. He's also played at A Weekend in OZ in Denver, Palm Springs' White Party, and Austin's Perfect Day, among others. Appearances at the Saint-at-Large's Escape To Candyland and Black Party-Lucha Libre: Rites XXVI and the 19th Annual Heritage of Pride Dance on the Pier were memorable and have earned him a loyal base of followers. [website]
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Alyson Calagna
Under One Sun Pool Party
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For over 14 years Alyson Calagna has ignited dance floors across the globe blending beats of all styles seamlessly. From the booth to the studio, Alyson's quest for the perfect beat is never-ending. Whether it's deep, silky smooth house or electro and progressive tribal, her signature overlays and sampling brings soulful sounds and electronic baselines together in musical harmony. Alyson's versatility crosses lines and pushes boundaries while appealing to the masses. Armed with a love of music, she is sure to keep dance floor enthusiasts captivated for many years to come. [website]
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Greg Drescher
The Uniform Party
(2nd Level)
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Born and bred on the East Coast, DJ Greg Drescher's musical style is derived from his early days in New York's clubs and, more recently, in Chicago. These influences are apparent in Greg's music, blending progressive house, sultry vocals, circuit anthems and hard-hitting tribal beats. His passion for music is undeniable. A Harvard attorney by day, his amazing sound has been heard in Chicago's most popular clubs, including Hydrate, Excalibur, Circuit, Berlin, Felt and Atmosphere. In addition, Greg's talent has been requested by the top DJs and promoters, allowing him to open for the best in the business, including Tracy Young, Tony Moran, Abel, Manny Lehman, David Knapp, Lydia Prim and Roland Belmares. [website]
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Joe Gauthreaux
The 15th Annual Winter Party Beach Party
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For Joe Gauthreaux, every set is a "journey." Every time he steps into the booth, Gauthreaux forges a path through a diverse musical landscape, guiding throngs of party-goers through peaks and valleys of soulful funk, progressive rhythms, tribal drums, house and melodic, driving trance. His tastes reach far and wide, making him one of the most versatile DJ's on the scene today. His sets are intriguing, emotional and sometimes unpredictable. The versatility of his unique sound endeared him to the circuit culture where he remains a top draw, spinning high profile events such as Black and Blue Montreal, Cherry in D.C. and Toronto Gay Pride as well as famous spots such as Roxy, Spirit and Fire Island's iconic Pavilion. [website]
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DJ Harmonix
The Uniform Party
(2nd Level)
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Portland native DJ Harmonix has emerged as one of the top DJs in the Pacific Northwest and a favorite in the gay community. Working from his heart, he creates the perfect blend of styles, moods and textures that has something for everyone. Continuously searching for the next anthem, he searches relentlessly in an effort to bring new music to the dance floor. Above all, he strives to bring the best quality in dance music and best overall experience to partygoers. [website]
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Brett Henrichsen
The Uniform Party
(Main Floor)
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Los Angeles-based DJ Brett Henrichsen has long been a Boystown favorite and has spun at many of the leading clubs across the country. He's the mastermind behind the uber-successful Masterbeat record label and is currently working on his next mixed compilation CD, White Party Spring Break. Over the years his popularity has grown, playing almost every major circuit event in the country, including Gay Days Orlando, New York Pride Pier Dance, San Diego Zoo Party, Cherry 8 in Washington, DC, and the White Parties in Palm Springs and Miami. Brett is a resident DJ on the Atlantis cruises. He has received rave reviews throughout his career, including international acclaim for his 10-hour guest set at the Amsterdam White Party, the largest circuit event in Europe. He is one of the few US circuit DJs to "crossover" to the international mainstream and routinely plays abroad in Amsterdam, Ibiza, London, Paris, Sydney, Sao Paulo and Rio. [website]
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David Knapp
Winter Party Tea Dance
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As the original "Circuit DJ", David Knapp has assumed many similarly flattering characterizations during an illustrious career that has spanned two decades. Often referred to as "The People's DJ" because of his unique ability to make every crowd feel like it's the most important party he's ever played, David is there for his audience as much as they are there for him. With residencies at many of North America's most influential nightclubs under his belt, including San Francisco's Sanctuary parties, Coliseum in Fort Lauderdale, and regular trips to Le Queen in Paris and Dome in Tel Aviv, David concentrates much of his effort these days on local gigs in his current hometown of Atlanta at Jungle, Red Chair, and the highly acclaimed Fruitcake Production events. David also headlines the prestigious Joining Hearts event. [website]
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Manny Lehman
The Uniform Party
(Main Floor)
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Manny Lehman is a musical chameleon whose abundant innate gifts, coupled with a renowned stamina, have helped him fashion one of the more prolific and enduring careers on the global party circuit. Perhaps the only thing more remarkable than his impressive talent and keen sense of perception is his ability to remain at the top of his game for so long, with nary a scratch on his record. He is part of an elite crew of DJs who has headlined every major event on the gay party circuit -- twice, often more -- and has also performed in clubs all over the world from Tel Aviv to London and Ibiza to Thailand and Amsterdam and nearly everywhere in between where people gather to dance. [website]
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Tony Moran
Orbit
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Old-school freestylin' DJ Tony Moran is tearing up today's circuit scene. Tony Moran's career began in 1981, and for over 2 decades he has been one of the most sought after DJs on the scene. Tony Moran credits his freestyle background for the pop sensibility he incorporates into his music today. He is all about generating a feel-good energy with his music. He imparts his remixes and productions with a hook-laden commercial appeal that is both radio friendly and dance floor ready. Tony measures a successful dance floor with the number of hands in the air, dancing and singing along. [website]
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Oren Nizri
Winter Party Runway Happy Hour
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Israeli transplant Oren Nizri began his professional career in in 1998 in Tel Aviv as the resident DJ of "The Voice of Tel Aviv", the city hottest radio station. The popularity of his show and his musical talents brought him to play in some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Oren moved to South Florida in early 2003 and he has played his uplifting and energetic sounds at every major dance event including White Party in Miami, Gay Days in Orlando, Aqua Girl, PrideFest Of the Palm Beaches and Winter Music Conference. Currently, Oren can be heard at Score, Mansion, Social Miami at The Sagamore, Hotel Victor, Dolche Nightclub, Halo (Miami/DC) and Machine in Boston. [website]
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DJ Pride
Blast Off!
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Pride's ability to embrace her audience is a divine gift. What truly illuminates her artistry as a DJ is her capacity to not only effortlessly blend house genres but to transcend them by saturating her music with pure emotion. Pride's talent is matched only by her passion. Since her decision to relocate to South Beach in 2001, Pride has come into her own as an artist. She has established herself as a headliner not only locally but also on a national level with performances in White Party, Black & Blue, Fruitcake Productions, Reunion, Winter Party, Skeleton's Ball, Spoiled Boyz and Gay Days. She has worked with legendary DJs including Danny Tenaglia, Abel and Victor Calderone. Her unique texturing and technical prowess combined with her intensity and unsurpassed selection promises a good time to any crowd at any venue. [website]
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Peter Rauhofer
BPM: Red Eye
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When it comes to achievements in the worldwide dance music scene, Peter Rauhofer has few equals. A lauded producer, remixer, DJ and label owner, he has spent the last twenty years establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in an industry where many merely come and go. Thanks to his Midas touch, he currently represents a solid part of New York's electronic establishment and has been recognized as a true heavyweight in his various fields. After all, who else can say they've remixed everyone from Madonna to Yoko Ono, enjoyed a multitude of massive club and chart hits, run a world famous record label, hosted one of New York City's most thrilling club nights AND won a prestigious Grammy award for their studio talents? [website]
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Rosabel
Under the Stars
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When you take a true pioneering legend of House music - Chicago's very own Ralphi Rosario - and team him up with one of the most successful DJs in circuit history - Miami's Abel - it becomes musical magic in the form of Rosabel. Primarily known for their studio work on popular tracks such as "Cha Cha Heels", "That Sound" and "Don't You Want My Love" by Debbie Jacobs, when these two come together for a rare live Rosabel set, the excellence they create in the studio is replicated and often exceeded in the DJ booth. Those on the dance floor typically exhaust the list of adjectives to describe the experience as this duo captains an energetic journey filled with tribal, progressive house music. Rosabel's creativity in combining strong beats, soaring vocals and funky rhythms provides an all-night vibe that resonates with the crowd and that can be grooved to by all. [website]
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DJ Sayho
Winter Party Runway
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DJ Sayho is a master of disguise. Whether it's dropping deep house bass beats for the nocturnal bass beatniks or working the dance floor into a frenzy by stepping up the beats-per-minute with the hottest vocal tracks, DJ Sayho manages to change styles seamlessly night after night. His sounds are often joined to the Caribbean salsa and merengue songs, which were standards in his Cuban home, while also balanced with the sounds he heard during the advent of freestyle, bass, and booty music on the streets of Miami. He believes a good party happens when attendees arrive with an open mind, willing to let the music be their stimulant, and leave having learned something. The musical style he enjoys playing most could be described as sample-heavy deep house, but ultimately DJ Sayho's audience dictates the musical direction he takes on each of his sets. [website]
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