Pacha NYC Announces Upcoming Performances, Kicks off 5/7 With Marcus Schulz

By: May. 03, 2010
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Legendary superclub Pacha NYC brings New York another month of amazing guest DJs, applauded residents, and not-to-be-missed events as they are set to kick off the summer festivities. To jump start the weekend, Made Event brings the undisputed leader of new wave trance Markus Schulz to grace the decks on May 7. Check out the Pacha NYC TV video interview with Markus Schulz as they caught up with him at WInter Music Conference. Then on May 8, celebrate a night of past, present, and future classics at the annual Vinyl Reunion hosted by the main man himself Danny Tenaglia. On May 14, trance music icon Andy Moor brings his melodic sounds back to New York, and then on May 15 Pacha NYC's popular resident DJ Boris debuts his Believe in the Light show - you have to see it to believe it! May 21 sees dancefloor destroyers Benny Benassi and Steve Aoki take to the decks for a night of electro madness. The month also sees the much-anticipated NYC debut of Dirty Dutch superstar Chuckie at Dance Parade New York down Broadway and a special post-parade celebration at Pacha. Finally, on May 28, industry favorite Eddie Halliwell promises to give you a night to remember with one of his mind-blowing sets for his Pacha NYC debut.

Friday, May 7th, 2010
Pacha NYC and Made Event presents
MARKUS SCHULZ
$20 Advance Tickets

German progressive trance producer, label owner, and globally-renown DJ Markus Schulz has an inimitable style that has captured the trance scene around the world. He is widely credited to have sparked a "sea change revolution" in new wave trance. His success has been singularly reflected in weekly headliner sets in front of tens of thousands, one Beatport chart-topping release after another, and a highly prominent podcast; the Global DJ Broadcast which boasts an impressive listenership up in the tens of millions. Now in its sixth year, the shows sound sweeps to the farthest reaches of the globe. His noted record label Coldharbour Recordings, has reached the threshold of its 100th release with his latest single "Dark Heart Waiting". Now, after 18 months of studio sessions, Schulz is set to release Do You Dream, the follow up to his 2007 acclaimed artist album Progression. Markus currently stands at # 8 on the DJ Mag Top 100 DJ's Poll and #5 on the TranceAddict.com Top 250 DJ's Poll.

Friday, May 8th 2010
Pacha NYC presents
The Vinyl Reunion
DANNY TENAGLIA
with Honey Dijon
$10 Admission Before 12 Midnight w/ RSVP
$20 Advance Tickets

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Once again, let us return to the golden era of Vinyl, with the "People's DJ", Danny Tenaglia as he hosts the Annual Vinyl Reunion. Danny's residency at Vinyl nightclub was a house lover's paradise. Whether you were a "head" or a "newbie", DT is sure to have reached you with his selection of old favorites, new hits, and everything in between. Come experience the music and vibe that made Vinyl an international dance music destination as Danny Tenaglia brings back that special energy and sound to Pacha NYC. Prepare for a journey through his past, present, and future featuring a track selection which seemingly defined the "golden era" of house music. Renowned for his long and definitive DJ sets, Danny possesses the power to captivate any room with a signature blend of house music from the first beat to the last.

Friday, May 14th, 2010
Pacha NYC & Tranceaddict.com present
ANDY MOOR
with Mike St. Jules
Free Admission Before 12 Midnight w/ RSVP
$20 Advance Tickets

Grammy-nominated Andy Moor is an icon in the dance music industry. He is undeniably one of the most respected producers in the game with a slew of deserving accolades to prove it. Moor continues to scale the DJ Mag Top 100 at a rapid pace where he currently sits at #15. In 2009, his remix of Nadia Ali's "Love Story" enjoyed overwhelming success as it soared to the number one spot on several charts including the Billboard Breakout Chart, Billboard Dance Chart and Beatport Trance. His collaborations with Ashley Wallbridge on "Faces" and Lange on "Stadium Four" immediately achieved anthemic status on the dance floor along with simultaneous critical praise. In 2010, Moor's remix of Delerium's "Send Me an Angel" was released, as well as his new mix compilation series Breaking the Silence on his own label AVA recordings. He is the creator of the monthly radio show Moor Music Podcast which has developed a following of for more than 150,000 downloads per episode. Keep a look out for his highly anticipated artist album set for release sometime this year.

Saturday, May 15th, 2010
Pacha NYC presents
BORIS
Believe in the Light
$10 Admission Before 12 Midnight w/ RSVP
$20 Advance Tickets

What better way to experience the club-ready, beat-heavy styling's of the ultimate big room DJ Boris than with a mind-expanding visual light show created by you and hundreds of other like-minded club-goers! Pacha NYC plays as the perfect setting for the premier of the Believe in the Light show from one of the clubs premier residents. Boris penchant for uplifting power-house music and his relentless approach to delivering his fans the best musical experience possible has made him one of the country's most beloved DJ's. With studio work and remixes for the likes of Janet Jackson, Jewel, and Gloria Estefan he is now responsible for several classics of the dance floor. Be there and bear witness to another of DJ Boris masterfully crafted sets as he works off the crowd's relentless energy.

Friday, May 21st, 2010
Pacha NYC presents
BENNY BENASSI & FRIENDS
along with special guest
STEVE AOKI
$20 Advance Tickets
Check out the mini-site for videos, info and more: www.pachanyc.com/benassi
Pacha NYC Podcast 049: Benny Benassi - listen now!

Grammy-award winning producer and DJ Benny Benassi will be joined by international dance music icon Steve Aoki for an epic night of big-room electro. Since his Grammy winning 2008 remix of Public Enemy's "Bring the Noise", Benny has continued to dominate the dance music scene with awards and continual touring. His new single, "Spaceship" is due for release on Ultra Records worldwide and features vocals from hip hop superstar Kelis. Check out what's hot on his monthly radio mix on Sirius XM Radio's channel Area and be sure to peep the video for Benny Benassi vs. Iggy Pop "Electro Sixteen," out now on Ultra Records, the mindblowingly kaleidoscopic experimental music video featuring more than 15,000 photographs from his DJ set at New York's Electric Zoo Festival. Steve Aoki is the man behind Dim Mak Records, the production moniker Weird Science. In his latest EP release, he collaborated with Zuper Blahq for the smash hit "I'm in the House". Together, these two hype machines will guarantee a night of rip-roaring beats, epic builds, and sweaty dancing.

Saturday, May 22nd, 2010
Pacha NYC presents the debut of rising Duthc superstar
CHUCKIE
Dance Parade New York - Day
Pacha NYC Debut! - Night
Free Admission Before 12 Midnight RSVP
$20 Advance Tickets

Holland's latest export Chuckie has exploded onto the international dance scene by way of support from the likes of David Guetta. With a reputation for performing memorable sets compiled of climaxes, surprise-effects and explosive beats, Chuckie has been hailed as the "The King of Mixing. He hosts many residencies, including his signature event, "Dirty Dutch". Chuckie will be at the helm of Pacha NYC's Dance Parade float--leading a parade of dancers to celebrate house music. The parade will kick off at 1PM between 20th and 21st between Park and Fifth Avenue and head down Broadway into the heart of the East Village, then culminating in a DanceFest at Tompkins Square Park. Chuckie's latest track "Let the Bass Kick" still being heard dominating clubs around the world. Now Chuckie comes armed with his latest singles "Toys are Nuts" and "Guess What", which are currently climbing the charts and receiving praise from peers like Laidback Luke, Joachim Garraud, and Graham Gold. Many were able to witness this newest DJ hero ascend to stardom during WMC and continue to rave about his epic performance. Don't miss the chance to see the "mix-king" do his thing at his Pacha NYC debut.

Friday, May 28th, 2010
Pacha NYC presents
EDDIE HALLIWELL
$20 Advance Tickets

With consistent spots in the top 20 for both Mixmag and DJ Mag, Eddie Halliwell has solidified his reputation as a major player in the world of dance music. With a style that needs to be seen to be believed, Eddie quickly manipulates his music with lightning cuts, layers of effects and slick scratches, making you question both your eyes and ears. Playing tracks from across the musical spectrum - trance and techno, house and electro - he harnesses the energy of every beat, making each sound stand out from one another. Eddie is now able to broadcast to millions of listeners worldwide via his syndicated radio show Fire It Up Radio. His ability to generate energy and manipulate sounds has gained the respect of his peers, and he has now recognized as one of the leading innovators of musical technology. Eddie's new concept ED-IT (Eddie DJing with Integrated New Technology) launched in August 2009. The concept is meant to showcase just how creative and mind blowing his performances can be - using only the freshest equipment to edit and remix music live on stage, accompanied by a full interactive visual display and stage show. At the pinnacle of his career, Eddie continues into 2010 with another full on year of world tours scheduled, Ibiza residencies, album releases, live broadcasts from his radio show, a new podcast and much more.

PACHA NYC UPCOMING DATES
May 7 Markus Schulz
May 8 Danny Tenaglia - Vinyl Reunion
May 14 Andy Moor
May 15 Boris - Believe in the Light
May 21 Benny Benassi & Steve Aoki
May 22 Chuckie + Dance Parade New York
May 28 Eddie Halliwell
May 29 Chus
June 5 Toolroom Knights with Mark Knight and Manufactured Superstars
June 11 Hernan Cattaneo

Pacha NYC
618 West 46th Street
New York City
Info & Reservations: 212.209.7500
Doors at 10pm
www.pachanyc.com



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