Friday Funny

 

DS Update: Move That Monstrosity Already!

The interactive competition facility Level99 construction continues in Disney Springs West Side with no opening date yet announced. But what occurred to us when we were out there last week is that piece of "High Line" trestle needs to go. It completely blocks view of the facility from passersby. We predict the place is going to struggle to be successful as it is but to have that monstrosity out front blocking the entrance is going to make matters worse. No one knows or cares about the Disney Springs backstory as it's just another shopping mall. So remove the high line already and give Level99 a chance.  

 

This Weekend In Techno Town

Busy weekend ahead!

THU   09APR     OLIV BAR     DJ Braindusted (USA) 

FRI     10APR     VANGUARD     DJ Noizu (USA)

FRI     10APR     PALM TREE CLUB     DJ J. Worra (USA)

FRI     10APR     BROKEN STRINGS     DJ Kraftykuts (GB)

FRI     10APR     ALFIE'S HIFI     DJ Brian Burnside (USA) 

FRI     10APR     CELINE     DJ Super Future (USA) 

SAT    11APR     QREATE COFFEE     House & Coffee     8am-2pm

SAT    11APR     VANGUARD     DJ duo Galantis (S)

SAT    11APR     ALFIE'S HIFI     DJ Romano Arcaini (D/USA) 

SAT    11APR     BROKEN STRINGS     DJ SneakyPete (USA)

SAT    11APR     ELIXIR BAR     DJ Oscar G (USA)

SAT    11APR     THE OTHER BAR     DJ Jimmy Joslin (USA)

SUN   12APR     IRON COW     Tun Tun: DJ Antonia Rivano (RC/USA) 3pm-8pm

SUN   12APR     ELIXIR BAR     DJ duo LF System (GB)     

 

PI Update: Six Ravens Coming Along

The faux bushes that surrounded the front doors of Six Ravens are no longer there as work progresses towards their opening along Hill Street. We originally speculated that this would be a second location for Gideon's Bakehouse since their queue continues to stretch back to Mannequins and having a second spot could help alleviate that. But apparently no, Six Ravens will offer a different assortment of baked goods at this new location where Art of Shaving once operated.

 

The awning overhangs have had some black trim added to them since our visit last month to give the place more of a gothic look.

DS Update: Crazyshake Is Open

As we previously reported, Sprinkles went out of business but now there is a replacement open for business in its former home.

It's called Crazyshake and as the name would indicate, they sell some crazy looking shakes.

 

This menu board attracts passersby.

Perhaps their signage is just temporary until a permanent one can be constructed and installed but the signs up now scream that this is a temporary or "pop up" store. 

Club Reports: Elixir Bar, Monkey Bar, Barbarella

If you're having a techno emergency, dial DJ 9juanjuan (USA). That's what we did last night in downtown Orlando. Saturday night pics are posted on our sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

 

Club Reports: Grape & The Grain, Oliv Bar, Broken Strings Brewery, The Robinson

After two weekends away, it was great to be back in Orlando where we heard great music at 4 different clubs including from DJ Freeda Sol (USA). Friday night pics are now posted on sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

 

Friday Funny

 

This Weekend In Techno Town

With Miami Music Week now in the rearview mirror, we do have some events this weekend!

THU   02APR     ALFIE'S HIFI     DJ Frankmatik (USA) 

FRI     03APR     GOOD TIMES     Abyss: DJ Lavidicus (USA)

FRI     03APR     OLIV BAR     DJ Freeda Sol (USA) 

FRI     03APR     BROKEN STRINGS     DJ Rob Cokeless (USA)

SAT    04APR     VANGUARD     DJ Omnom (USA)

SAT    04APR     ELIXIR BAR     DJ Cocodrills (USA)

SAT    04APR     MONKEY BAR     DJ Dity (USA) 

SUN   05APR     ALFIE'S HIFI     DJ Romano Arcaini (D/USA)

 

     

 

BREAKING NEWS: Mannequins To Reopen!

Acknowledging a difficult business climate right now with lots of tourists visiting Disney Springs but no one buying anything except Legos and poutine, Disney announced in a Tuesday night press release that Mannequins Dance Palace will reopen prior to Labor Day weekend. According to Jeff Vahle, President of Walt Disney World Resort, "we've been ordered by California to get the club show-ready." "People just aren't buying much overpriced Chinese food these days", he stated, in reference to the building's current use as an Asian restaurant. The reopened dance club will be very similar to the original club including the famous revolving dance floor. "It's been down there beneath the faux floor the whole time." They plan to get as many of the previous cast members back on duty as possible depending on whether they're still alive or not and of course their availability. Some went to new jobs when the original club closed in 2008 but many have remained waiting for the place to reopen.
More details as they become available!

 

PI Update: The Great Sign

We sure do miss the Pleasure Island so called "Great Sign".

 

Trip Report: Going To Miami

About ten years ago we had two very near misses on Florida's Turnpike when Going to Miami. That and bumper-to-bumper traffic during Miami Music Week determined that we would no long drive there but instead take other available options. This year we flew there and back, using our American Airlines AAdvantage miles at a good price when booking way ahead. Flying time of about 45 minutes wheels-up to touch-down makes this extremely convenient. The Metrorail fare from MIA to downtown or the Metrobus fare from the airport to South Beach is only another $2.

Another option we've used numerous times is the Brightline train which departs from Orlando International Airport directly to MiamiCentral in downtown Miami. This can typically be much cheaper than flying and the travel time is under 4 hours. So relaxing! It does save to book ahead.

The third non-driving option is AMTRAK. They have 2 daily trains to Miami but please note one of them is via Tampa first while the other is direct. Travel time is 5-8 hours so it's not fast but it can be pretty cheap, even last-minute. Departures are from Orlando but also from Deland, Winter Park and Kissimmee. So if you want to avoid the road to Miami, you've got options!

MMW Day 3: Project Mahem’s Industry Social @ La Diosa

Miami Music Week 2026 came to an end last night with a Miami Bass set from the legendary DJ Magic Mike (USA). We've posted Saturday night pics over on our sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

 

MMW Day 2: Geishaz @ Liquor Lounge, DJMag Party @ Sagamore, The Get Down @ Kemistry

Always an Orlando favorite, DJ Icey (USA) was seen last night during our MMW Day 2 club tour. Photos are posted on sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

MMW Day 1: Winter Music Conference Pool Party @ Kimpton, Casa Electro Party @ Sirius/XM, DJMag Party @ Sagamore

We made three Miami Music Weeks party stops last night including getting to see DJ Layton Giordani (USA) at Sirius/XM Studios in South Beach. All our Thursday night pics are posted on sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

 

Miami Music Week Has Arrived!

Orlando Entertainment News will have event coverage this weekend from Miami.

This Weekend In Techno Town

This is Miami Music Week so most everyone will be down in Miami this weekend for hundreds of DJ events including Ultra Music Festival and Winter Music Conference. And for those of you remaining behind:

FRI     27MAR     PALM TREE CLUB     DJ Jack Swoon (GB)

FRI     27MAR     IRON COW     DJ Mathew Scot (USA)

SAT    28MAR     VANGUARD     DJ Kyyba (I/NL)

SAT    28MAR     GRUMPYS UNDERGROUND     DJ Kris Kokopelli (USA) 

 

 

PI Update: Just Another Night On The Dance Floor

Just another night.....on the greatest dance floor ever!

Just another night at Mannequins!

Around and around we went on the greatest dance floor ever!

Okeechobee Music Festival - Day 4

On a day filled with too much Dubstep, a House set from DJ Maure (CO/USA) in this palm grove was our highlight. Pics from Sunday at Okee are posted on sister website Orlando Entertainment News HERE.

 

Trip Report: Nassau, Bahamas

For the average tourist in Nassau, activity centers around Bay Street. It is jammed block after block with souvenir shops, jewelry stores, banks and on the side streets, a few eating choices. 

Nassau's famous Straw Market is along Bay Street too where there are literally hundreds of vendors vying for your business. 

 

When the Bahamas finally built a new terminal area a few years ago, they also constructed this waterfront concert arena. We've not seen it in use during our port visits but we know the very first EDSea cruise used it for an all-day DJ festival for ship guests only.

Now called the British Colonial Hotel, this was formerly the British Colonial Hilton and Sheraton British Colonial prior to that. And as you can see on the near end, home to the popular local outpost of Señor Frog's.

The water tower in the background up on Bennet's Hill was damaged in a hurricane more than 20 years ago and has been closed to tourists ever since. It was supposed to reopen this past December for tourists to visit the very top for great views of Nassau but as of this past weekend, has sadly still not reopened. Hopefully very soon. That imposing building in front of the water tower is the U.S. Embassy for The Bahamas.