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GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:
Celeb_U_Bot from Svedka Vodka.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.

GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:

Future_Bot from Svedka Vodka.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.

Directly from the Vancouver Symphony Press Release:

VSO Single Concerts On-Sale to the Public on August 23rd at 10am!

Vancouver, BC - The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s single concert on-sale date of Monday, August 23rd, 2010, is fast approaching. As of 10am that morning, everyone will be able to get their hands on tickets for the VSO’s extraordinarily diverse and exciting offerings for the 2010/2011 Season. From acclaimed soprano Angela Gheorghiu, to pop superstar Chantal Kreviazuk, from Opening Weekend with Vancouver’s own Avan Yu, to the Season Finale with the VSO’s GRAMMY® and JUNO® partner, violinist James Ehnes, this season promises a spectacular set of live concert experiences for audiences around the Lower Mainland. The new season begins on Saturday, September 25th at the Orpheum.

Tickets can be purchase online at www.vancouversymphony.ca or by calling VSO Customer Service at 604. 876.3434.

The VSO offers its customers the convenience of Print at Home tickets when purchasing online. No more waiting at Will Call, or having tickets lost in the mail – instead, print your tickets in the comfort of your own home! Simply visit vancouversymphony.ca, create an online account (or log into an existing one) and start shopping!

See our website for full concert listings:  www.vancouversymphony.ca

Directly from the DHM Pub Press Release:

5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

The Library Square Public House (you know it as the Square) is turning five and we’ve loved being your favourite local. We are throwing the bash of the summer!

Live performances from Nearly Neil, Comedians You Should See
…DJs Ernold Sane, P Deady, Anna & Keith Talent
Hosted by Pit Boss Cole & Chairman of the Baird

11:00PM - 3:00AM
Library Square - 300 West Georgia Street

HIT EXPRESS - EVERY THURSDAY

80′S POP TUNES with DJ ALLGOOD

$4.25 Domestic Sleeves
$12.75 Domestic Pitchers
$6.50 Classic Cocktails
$13 Steak Frites

10:00PM - 2:00AM
Academic - 1619 West Broadway

COCKTAILS & DREAMS - EVERY THURSDAY

Yacht Rock & Boogie Classics w/ DJS U-Tern & Cherk

$6 2oz Vacation Cocktails
$5 Cover

8:00PM - 2:00AM
Cinema - 901 Granville Street

ROCK STEADY - EVERY THURSDAY

Rock Steady with  Mostly Marley
Live Classic Roots, Ska & Reggae

$5 Cover
$4.25 Domestic Sleeves
$12.75 Domestic Pitchers
$6.50 Contemporary Cocktails
$1 Off All Tequila

9:00PM - 2:00AM
The Lamplighter - 92 Water Street

PUB TRIVIA - EVERY WEDNESDAY

Hosted by The Aussies GEOFF & Steve - oh

$7.40 Double High Balls
$6.55 Vodka Bombs
$6.30 Bowmosas

7:30PM - 10:00PM
The Calling - 1780 Davie Street

MY RADIO - EVERY FRIDAY

The Best way to start your weekend off right is with your friends and your favourite tunes. My Radio Fridays has that Houseparty Vibe. Party till 3am to Classic Hip-hop, Indie Dance, Electro and Party Rock favourites. Combined with great drink specials and a laid back atmosphere, it’s the place to be.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
The Metropole - 320 Abbott Street

Directly from the Donnelly Hospitality Press Release:

THE CHROMEO AFTERPARTY - WEDS, AUG 11TH

Chromeo’s Commodore show has long been sold out, but was that enough for the electro-funk duo? Nope. The concert may end at midnite but the party doesn’t stop until the early morning! Chromeo are bringing their official after party to Republic Nightclub as Dave 1 and P-Thugg play a special DJ set alongside the Glory Days DJs and Genie and MY!GAY!HUSBAND!

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Republic - 958 Granville Street

THE GRADUATE - EVERY THURS

Thursdays at Republic just got academic!

Join DJs C-Stylez, P-Luv in the main room and DJ Eclectik & Tanner on the Patio  spinning Top 40 party rockin mash-ups at the best student night in town.

Do the math - $4 Hiballs and $4 shots plus Grade A music equals the best excuse to skip Friday class ever!

9:00PM - 3:00AM
Republic - 958 Granville Street

SKEET SKEET - FRI, AUG 13TH

DJ Skeet Skeet rolled into LA known simply as Trevor McFedries. A country kid from Iowa, Trevor had a successful run playing high school football, shredding in hardcore bands, and being awkward around girls. He had a less than successful run in college lasting a solid two semesters. Like most college dropouts, he moved back in with his mom and started throwing his life away by frequenting the LA party scene. A few too many nights out on the town paired with an affinity for Lil Jon and DJ Skeet Skeet was born. He started doing DIY parties in Hollywood and before you knew it “Skeet” was spinnin’ all over the the place; celebrity hot spots like Hyde, hipster hang-outs like Studio B, and big baller clubs in the Vegas, Atlantic City scene.

In 2007 he teamed up with Shwayze and Cisco Adler to complete the Shwayze outfit. In the last year or so Skeet has played for crowds of more than 20,000 at festivals like Bacardi B-live, Bud Bowl, and Street Scene while simultaneously pumping out remixes for acts like Katy Perry, Danger Radio, Fergie, Boys Like Girls, Shop Boyz, and Shwayze. This last summer Skeet was the first DJ ever to play the entire Vans Warped Tour; a traveling festival usually reserved for punk and indie rock bands.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings Street

RAKIM - TUES, AUG 17TH

As one half of the duo Eric B & Rakim, he instantly set the bar with the release of their debut single “Eric B Is President” and built on that reputation with the release of classic record after classic record. “Paid In Full”, “I Ain’t No Joke”, “I Know You Got Soul”, “Microphone Fiend”, “Let The Rhythm Hit Em”, “Don’t Sweat The Technique”, “Know The Ledge” and the list goes on. After four classic albums the legendary duo parted ways and Rakim embarked on his solo career. Eventually signing with Dr. Dre’s Aftermath label,

The R enjoyed the success of yet another hit with the smash “Addictive” along side R&B artist Truth Hurts. Even after his innovations have been studied and borrowed by countless MCs who followed, Rakim’s early work still sounds startlingly fresh and everything since has only added to his legacy. On August 17th, Rakim, the legend, will be making his first Vancouver appearance ever as the “Microphone Fiend” blesses the Pop Opera stage and gets Paid In Full!

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 Hastings Street

2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY - THURS, AUG 19TH

NYC-based Mick Boogie has quickly become one of North America’s most in-demand DJ talents. All about pleasing the crowd, you’ll always hear a diversity of music at a Mick Boogie event… from 80s & disco, to rock & soul, to house & electro, and of course the hip-hop and mash-ups you’ve come to expect from Mick’s energetic performances. As more and more celebrities come calling for his services, Mick can be found spinning for the likes of LeBron James, Jay-Z, Serena Williams, Will Smith, and Kim Kardashian. He’s played events for Nike, the NFL, Versace, the NBA, Heineken, Pepsi, Maxim, the Grammys, and Playboy to name a few. Additionally, his mixtapes with artists such as Adele, Kanye West, Coldplay, Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs are considered “classics” and are the talk of both the street and the “blogosphere” while “The Press Play Show” on Shade 45 (Sirius/XFM) gives listeners an outlet to get their weekly Mick Boogie fix. With his musical ear, creativity, and marketability, it is no wonder why Mick Boogie has expanded his DJ brand to include A-list events in NYC, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Barcelona, Beijing, Paris, Hong Kong, and Dubai and on August 19th for Pop Opera’s 2 Year Anniversary Mick will be adding Vancouver to that list.

11:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings Street

KLASS - FRI, AUG 20TH

Hardly any other producer could make it to the top of the worldwide DJ elite in such a short time than Klaas. He influenced the German electro house sound significantly during the last few years and remixed artists such as Guru Josh, Erick Morillo DJ Antoine, Greg Cerrone, No Angels, Eddie Thoneick, Aston Martinez, Michael Mind, Global Deejays while enjoying worldwide support from DJs such as Bad Boy Bill, Moby, Tiesto or David Guetta. Aside from the studio productions, Klaas has been touring the globe as DJ for a long time moving dance floors in Australia, New Zeeland, Scandinavia, U.S.A., Brazil, Russia, France, England and of course Canada. His current release, Klaas Meets Haddaway “What is Love 2K9″ (official remake of the classic with the original vocals), was immediately placed in the top 10 of all relevant Dance Charts as one of the highest newcomers for the year 2009 and as usual he only knows one direction: the top of the charts.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings Street

SMIF N WESSUN - THURS, AUGUST 12TH

Representing the Boot Camp Click, Smif N Wessun (aka Cocoa Brovas) exploded onto the scene in the mid 90’s with their song stealing cameos on Black Moon’s Enta Da Stage LP. The powerful duo of Tek and Steele soon had an underground hit of their own with “Bucktown”, an ode to their Brooklyn stomping ground and “home of the original gun clappas.” Although their name implies violence, the weaponry Smif N Wessun deploy is of the verbal variety and it’s their signature flows combined with neck-snapping beats that have Smif-N-Wessun revered around the world as Hip-Hop royalty.

10:00PM - 2:00AM
Bar None - 1222 Hamilton Street

METRO FRIDAYS - EVERY FRIDAY

House remixes and dance classics by DJ Zak Santiago & DJ Kidd

DJs Kidd and Zak Santiago start your weekend off right with 80s, 90s and dance classics at Yaletown’s #1 nightlife destination.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Bar None - 1222 Hamilton Street

BLASTRAMP - EVERY THURSDAY

Every Thursday Nite At Its New Home

With Blastramp Drink Special All Nite Long!

$3.00 Cans Of Pilsner
$4.50 Hi Balls
$6.00 Double Hi Balls
$4.00 Tequila Shots

10:00PM - 2:00AM
Post Modern - 7 Alexander Street

YOUNG, RICH & FAMOUS - EVERY FRIDAY

Rap, remixes and indie dance with Sam Demoe and guests.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Post Modern - 7 Alexander Street

Directly from The Refinery Press Release:

Calling all Vancouver rum lovers…August 16th is National Rum Day!

Did you know that more rum is sold in Vancouver during these warm summer months than any other time of year? And did you also know that rum was originally called the Kill Devil and used to clean hair and keep it healthy in the 1800s? Well, it’s true.

One of Vancouver’s top mixologists, Lauren Mote and the bartending team from The Refinery is bringing sexy back - Flor de Cana Rum has chosen us to host rum-party on August 16 to celebrate National Rum Day. Simultaneously, rum lovers from across North America will toast their refreshing libations amongst friends. What better place to mingle with friends than the Refinery!

Drinking: $5 Flor de Cana rum cocktails - this includes a new list of cocktails, using homemade orgeat, gingerbeer and bitters. Have you tried the gorgeous Rum Old Fashioned yet? You will.

Eating: The Refinery’s Ben de Champlain will conquer the ultimate Rum inspired menu for rum lovers with their cocktails! Help yourselves by donation!

Cost: Admission is free!

Time: 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Lauren will also show Kid Carson Show listeners how to create some classic rum cocktails and new cocktails for their own National Rum Day celebrations - this happens at 8:20 am sharp Monday August 16! She will even give away a National Rum Day prize pack that contains all the essentials for a great celebration including VIP swag, and GCs to the Refinery on National Rum Day!

Entertainment: This is easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy - DJ ERIC CARVER will ease you into the Island mood with funky-jazzy-disco beats…. he’s a hit every Friday and Saturday, so we’re bringing him back!

Directly from the BCHF Press Release:

Save the date!

On Monday, October 25 2010, at 6:30pm the British Columbia Hospitality Foundation (BCHF) will host “Dish and Dazzle”, a new fundraising event and cocktail competition at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Grab a glass of sparkling wine and groove to live entertainment while you rub shoulders with the city’s finest. Taste samples from the hottest wineries and chefs while you cheer for your favourite mixologist as they compete for cocktail glory. Tickets are $250 plus HST, benefitting the BCHF.

For tickets, information, or how you can be a sponsor visit www.bchospitalityfoundation.com or contact Alan Sacks at 604-984-8649 | asacks@bchospitalityfoundation.com

Directly from the Goldfish Pacific Kitchen Press Release:

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen welcomes three new members to the team

Vancouver, BC - Kanke Seafood Restaurants is thrilled to announce the addition of three new members to the Goldfish Pacific Kitchen team - Thomas Beetlestone as General Manager, Ryan Mah as Chef de Cuisine, and Curtis Webb as Executive Chef.  “We are very fortunate to have these gentlemen in the Kanke Seafood Restaurants family, and are excited for them start a new chapter in their careers at Goldfish Pacific Kitchen.” explains Bud Kanke, Chairman of Joe Fortes and Goldfish Pacific Kitchen. “The wealth of experience and passion they bring to the kitchen and front-of-house will inspire and delight all who dine at Goldfish. Look for some exciting changes to our Yaletown establishment in the near future.”

Thomas Beetlestone – General Manager
Thomas joined the Kanke Seafood Restaurants family as a busboy at Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, working his way up the ranks to Lunch Manager, all while receiving his History Degree from the University of British Columbia. His knowledge of food and wine and ability to turn guests into friends are highly coveted skills.

Ryan Mah – Chef de Cuisine
Ryan has lived and worked in London, California and Hong Kong, inspiring his flair for international cuisines. Mah apprenticed under Brian Fowke and also trained under executive chef of Canoe, Anthony Walsh, winner of Top Chef in Canada, as well as renowned Chef Heston Blumenthal at the Fat Duck, a three star Michelin restaurant ranking number one in 2003. Between 2000 to 2005 he served under the Oliver Bonancini Group at Canoe in Toronto, as it ranks among the top three restaurants in Canada.

Curtis Webb – Executive Chef
Curtis joins the Goldfish team after 13 years at reputable Vancouver hotels such as the Fairmont and the Four Seasons. Most recently he was an Executive Sous Chef at Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House. Curtis brings his strong leadership skills and passion for strong flavours to provide guests the perfect dining experience at Goldfish as the new Executive Chef.

Directly from The Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe Press Release:

The Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe would like to announce the amicable departure of André Mcgillivray from the day-to-day operations and directorship of the company.

We will forever be in his debt and would like to take this opportunity to wish him all the best as he focuses on the joys of family, fatherhood and a new direction.
Steve Da Cruz, chef Jason Liezert and everyone on the team at the corner suite look forward to serving you soon. thank you.

Directly from the Red Card Sports Bar Press Release:

Summer Sippers and Hot Tracks at Red Card Stylish Venue Introduces Daily Features and Weekend DJs

Escape the summer heat with cool cocktail features and the latest beats by some of Vancouver’s top DJ’s at Red Card. There’s a drink perfectly crafted for every night of the week all summer long in this super chic, air conditioned downtown venue. The cocktails featured are both classic and inventive, and the weekend addition of live DJ’s makes Red Card the place to be for a ladies night out or to just chill with good friends.

Red Card’s new feature cocktails are only $6.00, making it tempting to have more than just one round. On MINT Mondays, guests can sip Mojitos and the “Why Me?” cocktail, a blend of Absolut Vanilla, vanilla liqueur, lime juice and lemonade. TOTALLY Tuesdays are all about the new Red Card Cooler: a mix of Absolut Apeach, peach liqueur, muddled mint, peach puree and cranberry juice. On WICKED Wednesdays, Red Card ingeniously mixes Collins cocktails with vodka or gin. TEMPTING Thursdays feature traditional sours, and T.G.I.Friday’s kick off the weekend with its vixen iced teas, such as Long Island, Long Beach, Tokyo and Electric Blue. SANGRIA Saturdays play a tribute to a classic love with red and white wine sangria.

End your weekend off right with CAESAR Sundays, where the Red Card team serve’s up Sean’s Caesar and the Red Card Caesar with basil- and caper-infused vodka, wasabi and a hint of balsamic vinegar.

For those who love their beers, Red Card has it covered with their daily feature pints at only $5.00. Serving food until 1am and drinks until 2am, Red Card is the perfect spot for late-night nibbles, and a great night.

Directly from the Hamilton Street Grill Press Release:

Save the date for an evening of pithy cheers, silly hats and Beef Wellington in honour of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (November 14th, 1769 to September 14th, 1852). Arthur Wellesley was a soldier, a statesman and a leading military and political figure of the nineteenth century. Although there has been many  Dukes of Wellington since, only he is referred to as “The Duke of Wellington” – He is credited with inventing the rather decadent Beef Wellington and this night, Hamilton Street Grill will both celebrate and serve that decadent dish in a special dinner. Details to follow….

Tuesday, September 14th

1009 Hamilton Street, Yaletown, Vancouver

604-331-1511

GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:
Hot_Bot from Svedka Vodka.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.

Directly from the Opus Press Release:

OPUS 8th Annual 2010 Summer Street Party After Party Dinner at Elixir Bistro

Vancouver – B.C., 2010 marks the eighth year of the annual summer street party for the city’s world-renowned OPUS Hotel Vancouver. This eagerly anticipated event is one of Vancouver’s largest private outdoor parties, drawing over 300 invite-only VIPs, OPUS’ friends and supporters into the streets. Following the outdoor summer party celebration, guests will continue this exclusive evening indoors at the After Party Dinner in Elixir Bistro, with a special four-course menu of authentic Moroccan delicacies.

WHAT: Arabian Nights, OPUS Bar 8th Annual Summer Street After Party Dinner at Elixir Bistro
WHEN:Friday, July 30th from 7:30pm onwards
WHERE: Elixir Bistro at the Opus Hotel (350 Davie Street)
WHY: Following the outdoor summer party celebration, guests will continue this exclusive evening indoors, with a special dinner menu in Elixir Bistro and renowned DJs throughout the night in OPUS Bar. Chef Felix Turianskyj has created a sumptuous four-course menu of authentic Moroccan delicacies served sharing style.
HOW: The After Party Dinner Menu at Elixir Bistro costs $55 per person and seating is available from 7:30pm. For reservations please contact Kristin Pavich at kpavich@opushotel.com or call 604.694.2121.

Arabian Nights – After Party Dinner at Elixir Bistro, $55 per person
Hendrick’s Gin mint iced tea
Moroccan mezze platter – selection of fresh and cooked salads
Red snapper tajine scented with saffron and preserved lemons
Traditional Moroccan style lamb and vegetable couscous
Fresh fruit and Maghrebi pastries
Berber mint tea

Directly from the Donnelly Group Press Release:

FUNKMASTER FLEX - THURS, JULY 29TH

Without exaggeration, Funkmaster Flex is literally Hip-Hop’s most influential DJ. Not only is he the #1 radio DJ on New York’s Hot 97, but Flex also single handedly reinvented car culture as the host of Spike TV’s wildly popular Ride with Funkmaster Flex as well as his new show Full Throttle on MTV2. He has attained the kind of popularity few others have, harking back to the early days of Hip-Hop when the DJ overshadowed the MC. When Flex plays a record it becomes a hit. When he plays a party it becomes legendary. On July 29th at Bar None, “America’s Number One DJ” Funkmaster Flex will be making his first Vancouver appearance EVER. Do not miss this one.

10:00PM - 2:00AM
Bar None - 1222 Hamilton Street

SMIF N WESSUN - THURS, AUGUST 12TH

Representing the Boot Camp Click, Smif N Wessun (aka Cocoa Brovas) exploded onto the scene in the mid 90’s with their song stealing cameos on Black Moon’s Enta Da Stage LP. The powerful duo of Tek and Steele soon had an underground hit of their own with “Bucktown”, an ode to their Brooklyn stomping ground and “home of the original gun clappas.” Although their name implies violence, the weaponry Smif N Wessun deploy is of the verbal variety and it’s their signature flows combined with neck-snapping beats that have Smif-N-Wessun revered around the world as Hip-Hop royalty.

10:00PM - 2:00AM
Bar None - 1222 Hamilton Street

PULSE LONG WEEKEND - SUN, AUGUST 1ST

Pulse is the newest and only Yaletown premier long weekend party destination.pulse [ pulss ] - a throb of life, emotion.

Bar None’s reputation as Vancouver’s only true New York style nightclub is well deserved. For 15 years the hotspot has maintained its Soho attitude and feel, from the brick and wood interior to the impressive lineup of international and local DJ and live talent. Surrounded by the city’s finest restaurants and hotels, Bar None is the official after spot for the hip dinner crowd and a favorite among Vancouver’s downtown-living elite.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Bar None - 1222 Hamilton Street

NAUGHTY BY NATURE - SUN, AUGUST 1ST

They’ve created infectious chart topping party anthems and dominated the Hip-Hop, Pop and R&B charts. Their celebrity status has seen them tour all around the world reigning as true Hip-Hop icons. From “O.P.P.”, to “Hip-Hop Hooray”, to “Uptown Anthem” to “Feel Me Flow” to “Jamboree”, Naughty By Nature have redefined what Hip-Hop could be. The Grammy Award winning trio is unquestionably one of Hip-Hop’s most beloved groups and on August 1st Naughty By Nature will be bringing their platinum live show to Pop Opera for a special edition of The Good Life Long Weekend Party.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings St

SEAN TYAS - FRI, AUGUST 6TH

New York native, Switzerland based DJ/Producer Sean Tyas is something of a leading light in European trance. Having cut out his niche in the highly competitive production arena to create countless hit tracks, remixes and bootlegs, Sean brings to the dancefloor a mix of melodic harmony, driving groove and cutting edge production techniques. The distinctive Sean Tyas sound has captured the imagination of the trance community with the highest echelons of the trance elite such as Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk, Judge Jules, Ferry Corsten, Sander van Doorn and Above & Beyond amongst the heavyweight playlist support. Undeniably a genius behind the controls in a studio, Sean Tyas has also translated his technical talents and popular sounds into one of the most in demand DJ sets in trance today. Demand for Sean Tyas the DJ has soared on the back of both his production success and show stopping performances.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings Street

SKEET SKEET - FRI, AUGUST 13TH

DJ Skeet Skeet rolled into LA known simply as Trevor McFedries. A country kid from Iowa, Trevor had a successful run playing high school football, shredding in hardcore bands, and being awkward around girls. He had a less than successful run in college lasting a solid two semesters. Like most college dropouts, he moved back in with his mom and started throwing his life away by frequenting the LA party scene. A few too many nights out on the town paired with an affinity for Lil Jon and DJ Skeet Skeet was born. He started doing DIY parties in Hollywood and before you knew it “Skeet” was spinnin’ all over the the place; celebrity hot spots like Hyde, hipster hang-outs like Studio B, and big baller clubs in the Vegas, Atlantic City scene. In 2007 he teamed up with Shwayze and Cisco Adler to complete the Shwayze outfit. In the last year or so Skeet has played for crowds of more than 20,000 at festivals like Bacardi B-live, Bud Bowl, and Street Scene while simultaneously pumping out remixes for acts like Katy Perry, Danger Radio, Fergie, Boys Like Girls, Shop Boyz, and Shwayze. This last summer Skeet was the first DJ ever to play the entire Vans Warped Tour; a traveling festival usually reserved for punk and indie rock bands.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 West Hastings Street

RAKIM - TUES, AUGUST 17TH

As one half of the duo Eric B & Rakim, he instantly set the bar with the release of their debut single “Eric B Is President” and built on that reputation with the release of classic record after classic record. “Paid In Full”, “I Ain’t No Joke”, “I Know You Got Soul”, “Microphone Fiend”, “Let The Rhythm Hit Em”, “Don’t Sweat The Technique”, “Know The Ledge” and the list goes on. After four classic albums the legendary duo parted ways and Rakim embarked on his solo career. Eventually signing with Dr. Dre’s Aftermath label, The R enjoyed the success of yet another hit with the smash “Addictive” along side R&B artist Truth Hurts. Even after his innovations have been studied and borrowed by countless MCs who followed, Rakim’s early work still sounds startlingly fresh and everything since has only added to his legacy. On August 17th, Rakim, the legend, will be making his first Vancouver appearance ever as the “Microphone Fiend” blesses the Pop Opera stage and gets Paid In Full!

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Pop Opera - 686 Hastings Street

THE FRESHEST - WEDS, JULY 28TH

The Freshest are those dudes! Comprised of DJs Seko, Marvel, Kutcorners, and Rico Uno they are quickly becoming the most versatile DJ collective in Canada. You’ve seen them rocking clubs and concert halls solo all around the city but on July 28th they are coming together at Republic for a rare 4 turntable performance. Expect the best in Hip-Hop, Reggae, Disco, Dance, Motown and more in their eclectic winning formula that has solidified The Freshest as Vancouver’s most exciting party rockers!

9:00PM - 3:00AM
Republic - 958 Granville Street

THE GRADUATE - EVERY THURSDAY

Thursdays at Republic just got academic!

Join DJs C-Stylez, P-Luvin the main room and DJ Eclectik & Tanner on the Patio  spinning Top 40 party rockin mash-ups at the best student night in town.

Do the math - $4 Hiballs and $4 shots plus Grade A music equals the best excuse to skip Friday class ever!

9:00PM - 3:00AM
Republic - 958 Granville Street

YOUNG, RICH & FAMOUS - EVERY FRIDAY

Rap, remixes and indie dance with Sam Demoe and guests.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Post Modern - 7 Alexander Street

LA DISCOTHEQUE - EVERY SATURDAY

Saturdays -  LA DISCOTHEQUE, Gastown’s #1 dance party.  Each week resident DJs Trevor Risk, Group Hug, Ethnic Friends, Mike Lake, Slow DJs Paige Manzie and DJ Arroghanz take you there with the most upfront house electro and disco tunes to keep you moving til dawn.

10:00PM - 3:00AM
Post Modern - 7 Alexander Street

GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:

Muskoka Sunset from Gibson’s Finest Canadian Whisky.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.

GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:

Summer Nectar from Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.

GK Media Inc is pleased to present a new feature cocktail recipe:
Pickled Pig from Hendricks Gin.

To download all of the recipes please use the recipe iPod guide or go to the Recipes page.