Winter Music Conference, in its 25th consecutive year, is one of the most publicized annual music gatherings in the world. A pivotal platform for advancement of the industry, WMC 2009 attracted 1,910 artists and DJs, 3,228 industry delegates from 62 countries and over 70,000 event attendees for a concentrated schedule of more than 500 events presented across 5 days. Music, as one of the world’s most accessible cultural art forms, gives WMC the unique ability to cross economic, geographic and social boundaries. This year’s conference is expecting even larger numbers and events will be happening all over South Florida until March 27th…
Winter Music Conference, in its 25th consecutive year, is one of the most publicized annual music gatherings in the world. A pivotal platform for advancement of the industry, WMC 2009 attracted 1,910 artists and DJs, 3,228 industry delegates from 62 countries and over 70,000 event attendees for a concentrated schedule of more than 500 events presented across 5 days. Music, as one of the world’s most accessible cultural art forms, gives WMC the unique ability to cross economic, geographic and social boundaries. This year’s conference is expecting even larger numbers and events will be happening all over South Florida until March 27th. Some of the highlights of the gay club events are:
Club Sugar
Presents live in concert Atlantic Records singer and songwriter Wynter Gordon singing her hits “Toy Friend,” “Sugar” and “Dirty Talk.” After years of penning hit songs for artists like Grammy award winner Mary J. Blige, Danity Kane and Jennifer Lopez, Big Beat/Atlantic recording artist Wynter Gordon is gearing up for the release of her debut album. Due out later this year, the album is an innovative pop hybrid that drops full-throttle onto the dance floor and is warmed by an unexpected dose of lyrical sincerity.
Discotekka
On Saturday presents House 3000 featuring DJs Erich Ensastigue and Carlos G with opening set by Pure House Records favorite DJ Jarell.
La Casa De Tula
On Friday Jonpito, Destune Records and FreestyleMusic.com, in association with La Casa De Tula, presents Taai Shan Ball 9, a night of classic and neo freestyle, hi NRG, Italo, Latin and Tribal House, Electro, Miami Bass and more. The night will feature performances by Connie (“Funky Lil Beat” and “Rock Me”), Evelyn Thomas (“High Energy”), D’Luna Chinadolls (“I’ll Know” and “Get Away”), Rosie (“Forever Loving You”), Lourdes (“Bajo La Luna”), Pepper Mashay (“Dive in the Pool” and “Freeway of Love”) and Vanessa Conde (“Falling into Love” and “An Endless Night”). They will also feature DJs Jorge Ojeda and Amy Alderman as well as surprise entertainment.
The Manor
Presents a WMC Showcase on Friday night and Capital Recording star Lolene performing her hits “Rich” and “Sexy People” on Saturday night.
Mova
On Friday, March 26th Give Me A Beat Productions presents Shine: A WMC Showcase from 9 pm to 3 am featuring; DJ/Producers Oren Nizri (Miami, Israel), Joe Hickerson (NYC), Jerry Ropero (Germany), Troy Landon (Miami) and Rafael Calvente (Brasil). They will also feature live performances by; Pepper Mashay (D1 Music Recording Artist), Elena Giordano (“Diggin’ Deeper” – Javi Productions Recording Artist) and Kimberly Davis (“Get Up” – D1 Music Recording Artist). Diva vocalist Kimberly Davis keeps the D1 Music mantra of infusing dance floors with electrifying music alive with her new hands-in-the-air club anthem, “Get Up.” The song, featuring club remixes by D1 Music, John Rizzo, William Umana, DJ Man, ameda, Tony “Soulbeats” Smith and the Oxford Hustlers, is Ms. Davis’ first release with D1 Music. On Saturday Camp Entertainment presents Super Size Saturday with DJ/producer Dan De Leon (LA), DJ George Figares and a performance by Noa Tylo. On Sunday Sound Grove Records and Midnight Society Present “The Hangover” WMC closing event with Midnight Society, Manny Ward, Andy Notalez, Niaz Arca, Felipe Inoa, Vitaly Katz, Uch & Panic and Eric Tenalio. The event starts at starts at 8 pm.
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On Thursday they present, in association with Madtizzy Music, Madtizzt music sessions featuring DJs Manny Lehman (10-12), Micky Friedman (12-2) and Mike Cruz and Twisted Dee (2-5). There will also be special guest performances by Joi Cardwell and Inaya Day. On Saturday Flylife takes over with performances by international recording artists Electrolightz, Hesta Prynn, Josephine, Lolene, Estelle, Wynter Gordon, Chris Willis, Agnes, Kelis and Macy Gray with music by Ultra Nate, DJ Bill Coleman, Nervo and DJ Drew Tribe. The night will hosted by B Scott Love.
For more information on any or all of the Winter Music Conference events go to WinterMusicConference.com
