Michael Jackson Memorial

It is finally sinking in that Michael Jackson is really gone. He was a part of my family. I am sure he was a part of yours, too. I had him in my life for 40 years. He was definitely family. The memorial service on television was tastefully done. A proper send off for an extraordinary human being. He has done so much for so many, in his short time here with us. He was one of us and will be sorely missed, by the world! May God bless and keep the Jackson family in this time of sorrow.

The White Party Moonlight Cruise

Thisparty cruise has been an ongoing series and it has set standards for party cruises, constantly raising the bar. This year we will set ail on Saturday August 1, 2009, from 12 midnight until 4 a.m. aboard the luxurious Spirit of New York. This is an LGBT Experience! They have always sold out and cater to and have had a diverse, upscale group of people. The young and grown N sexy party together and many newcomers find that they have been missing out by not coming on this affair sooner. Don't miss the ship this time. You can get your tickets by sending me an email at djcalvinsmith@yahoo.com or call me at 718-338-7646. There is a VIP section also which usually sells out first. Check out the video below and come get your tickets, before they are all gone!

Come party with us July 4th 2009

This Saturday we will be at the Chocolate Bar for a night of fun and good times. Come down and check it this one out.

Recession Sessions at The Chocolate Bar

Back in March '09, Dj Unknown and myself, Dj Calvin Smith started the Recession Sessions Parties at the Chocolate Bar in Clinton Hills Bklyn. The space is at 45 Waverly Ave. between Park and Flushing Aves. The club is actually a lounge which has a nice size dance floor and comfortable seating for your enjoyment. The sound system is ample for the space. The drinks are real and reasonably priced. This club is 3 years old, and when it opened it did so to accolades and rave reviews, being a fresh , brightly designed space with a young , friendly owner, who was inviting and open. Chocolate Bar is a little off the beaten path which is one of it's advantages, as you can be yourself and comfortably chill in this upscale area. The party is a monthly, taking place on the first Saturday of the month and the idea was to give people an option to the overpriced clubs. We have good music and good, affordable booze, and we are getting a rather diverse clientele, which is mainly gay. the party has been growing in popularity and the bar is seeing a resurgence with a rather busy weekly schedule. So check this party out.

Miss You Much

There has been a long silence here on this blog. I have been doing so many other things as of late and with the economy in shambles, things have been hectic. GM and Chrysler are in bankruptcy and so many banks have gotten government bailouts, but what about the general public? When will we the public get a bailout? I don't mean the chump change that they are diverting to the public with all of the billions that are being given to local government. Are we the people not the government? Well we shall get into that at a later date. Farah Fawcett and Michael Jackson, The King of Pop passed away last week on the same day. My blessings and prayers go out to each and every one who has had a loved one leave us recently. I am getting back into the swing of things here and dusting off the keyboard. Welcome.

RUMORS OF MY DEMISE HAVE BEEN GREATLY EXAGERATED

I just want to re- welcome each of you back to my blog. I have been away, dealing with the corporate world and pushing for a promotion on my job. Well, i got the new job and have been busy slaving to the rhythm. I have been awayy from this blog for almost 2 years, eventhough I have been working in the clubs from time to time. My passion for the music has brought me back:full circle to where I want to be. I want to share my love of music with you, my friends. I will be posting new articals and photos here, shortly. In the meantime, just be a little patient with me.

THE WHITE PARTY CRUISE

400 beatiful men and women black, white, latino and asian,straight and gay, showed up for this event. The affair was elegant and with the majority of people in white....., well you can just imagine. I met the other dj, Mike da Wizard, prior to the cruise. We talked and took a couple of pictures together. Then it was time for boardig. The whole third level was reserved for VIP. I was stationed on the second deck, where the show was to take place and Mike was on the lower deck. The party was hot! What was really nice was that there was always something going on. People danced on both levels. During the show, many people opted to go downstairs and then they made their way back up to my floor, to watch the show and dance, some more They danced and screamed when they heard tunes that they didn't expect. I had a lot of fun, entertaining the crowd. We both got our shit off that night. There was not one complaint, but still, with an hour and a half window for checking in, until departure, some people missed he ship. The "Spirit of New York", is huge and beautiful. Alize was a sponsor, as was Clikque magazine. The captain and the crew enjoyed the crowd so much and their well mannered behavior that when we docked, we were allowed to continue partying until 4:30 a.m. This was a night to remember and many people had no idea as to how nice the cruises are. They vowed to return next year 'en masse' with other friends. Regardless of your age, from late teens to, well up there, music was played for everyone. I 'turned it out' and felt really good receiving kudos for a very nice evening. Dj Mike rocked on the lower level, too. I have posted some pictures. I have many that need to be lightened, as the lights were set for a romantic and clubbish mood. James Saunders put his foot into this one! Hot!
See you at next year's party cruise.

PRIDE IN THE CITY WEEKEND

Thursday evening is the opening ceremony for NYC' s Black Pride, which by the way is called "Pride In The City". I went to the Bklyn Marriott to promote for the party cruise tomorrow night and to see the ceremony. The evening was very nice with many awards being given to a lot of people, who have made a difference, in the black gay community, in New York City. There was a roast to Harmonica Sunbeam, which really wasn't a roast at all, as all of the drag performers just worked for theirselves! Anyway, it was what it was and the show was nice. My friend and party promoter, James Saunders, recieved an award, which was given to him by Calvin Clarke, the owner of Langston's, on behalf of P.O.C.C. Then there was the main performance of the evening, Chante Moore. Ova! Ova! Ova! Now I really could get into the politics of the evening, but I don't want to start any controversy just yet. I then went to the lounge andrestaurant for free drinks, from sponsor, Alize, and some hor deourves. I was drunk, to put it mildly I talked with Harmonica and then took my ass home. The pictures are left to right, Chante Moore, then Calvin Clark and James Saunders, is the one below.

WHITE PARTY MOONLIGHT CRUISE

Now that I am back from the Dominican Republic, I am preparing myself for the White Party Moonlight Cruise, which is given every year by James Saunders. He has been promoting parties since the begining of creation and has done about 15 boat rides. He started out with the Circle Line boats. Those parties were off the hook,real ghetto, as you brought your crew with you, your food and your liquor. You grabbed a table on the boat on one or the other levels and then you hung out. The music was by myself and Fred Pierce. We would turn that boat the hell out! At that time, we were playing at the South Oxford Tennis club. James was the prominent promoter of Black gay events in N. Y. After a few years, we ended up at The Octagon, on Fridays, for a five and a half year run. This is where I met my close friend, DJ Unknown. Back to the boat rides.... James then did the Paddle Wheel Queen, and then he stepped up to a classier ship, "The Horizon". That was very beautiful, and the first white party boat ride. I had been booked elsewhere so I did not work that one.Then the next year he did "The Zephyr". That ship was beautiful! The party was nice, too! Last year, he had 'The Horizon", again. This year, he went to Spirit Cruises, as 'The Horizon' was sold to Sprit Cruises D.C and is now on the Potomac. He had 'The Spirit of New York. As beautiful as The Horizon.

BACK FROM MY TRIP TO SANTO DOMINGO

Well, well, well, I am reluctantly back from my vacation in the Dominican Republic. I again had the opportunity to play at club Arena. I was well received, again. I played a lot of American music, and the crowd loved it. I played house, and a bit of hip hop. They appreciate the music, as it is a change from what they normally listen to. I played the more masinstream popular hip hop. Reggaeton is their hip hop, because it is better understood, because of the Spanish lyrics. I also had the pleasure of haging out with my very good friend, Cristopher. That was Friday noght. On Saturday night, I had the pleasure of going to San Cristobal, with Christopher and his friend Manuel We were going to what I thought was a house party. We ended up going to his friend's bodega and hanging out. In the barrio, on the weekend, every one gets dressed up and hangs out at the corner store, buying beer and liquor. I took some pictures and ended up having a crowd of young kids wanting their pictures taken. They were fascinated by the lcd display, and being able to see the picture right away. We hung out until about 4a.m. and then went back to Santo Domingo, to the house for some sleep. At the top is a picture of Christopher and his friends. 7 of us in a Honda civic???? Good it wasn't a long ride!