In Memory: Scott Hardkiss, An American Electronic Dance Music Innovator
“Scott was an extremely multi-talented artist, and above all, a great person. His mark on DJ culture is undeniable and we’re going to miss him very much.”
-Donnie Estopinal
Donnie and the Disco Donnie Presents team are deeply saddened by the loss of Scott Hardkiss, a true originator of American electronic dance music.
From underground events in forests, on the beach, or under the desert sky, Scott made an indelible mark on music and was one third of the beloved ’90s SF rave trio Hardkiss, along with Gavin and Robbie.
Together, they helped define the San Francisco rave soundâ€â€a mix of house, techno, breaks, and of course, plenty of psychedelica.
Scott’s contribution to DJ culture will surely be mourned, but it is his heart and spirit that will never fade.
From all of us at the Disco Donnie Presents team, may you rest in peace Scott.
Presenting the Sunset Music Festival 2013 Lineup!
Earlier this year, we announced the return of Tampa’s premier electronic music event, the Sunset Music Festival. Returning to the Raymond James Stadium this Memorial Day Weekend for a second year, grab your tickets and join Disco Donnie Presents and Sunset Events on Saturday, May 25, 2013 for another year of dancing and fun as we celebrate Ra-the Egyptian sun god.
We think we’ve teased you guys long enough. Are you ready to find out who will be providing the soundtrack to our top-notch visual experience? Grab your tickets and get ready to dance underneath the sun and stars to the sounds of one of the world’s favorite DJ’s David Guetta, cake-master Steve Aoki, and the always innovative Knife Party.
Sunset Music Festival 2013 Lineup!
- DAVID GUETTA
- STEVE AOKI – KNIFE PARTY
- (in alphabetical order)
- Alvin Risk
- Carnage
- Crizzly
- Danny Avila
- Dillon Francis
- Flosstradamus
- Herobust
- Krewella
- Le Castle Vania
- Morgan Page
- Nerd Rage
- Pegboard Nerds
- Popeska
General Admission and VIP tickets are already on sale, buy yours today and lock in the best price right now!
Sneak Peak At The Magnetic Force Field Stage!
As we get closer to Magnetic Music Festival touching down in Atlanta, we are excited to share exclusive footage and images of some of visual elements that you can expect to see at Magnetic. This week we are excited to give you a sneak peek of the ‘Magnetic Force Field’ stage, designed especially for MMF. This massive structure will be completely video mapped and will come to life as the sun goes down.. Are you ready Atlanta? Join us as we step into the future and journey into the unknown for an adventure you will never forget!
Tickets are now available, purchase yours today!
Ultimate Music Experience 2013: Day 1 Thank You!
With one day down and two more to go before Ultimate Music Experience closes its gates until 2014, the time for rest is officially over! Thank you to all of the sun-kissed party-doers who poured in to our tropical paradise on Schlitterbahn Waterpark and danced all throughout the night to the soundtrack of Chris Lake, Nervo, and Calvin Harris. And judging by the tweets we received last night and this morning, it looks like you guys had as much fun as we did! Who’s ready for day 2? Gates open at 6:00 PM!
Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter to stay connected with the Ultimate Music Experience for the next few days!
Disco Donnie Presents the Four Leaf Clover Ticket Special
You won’t have to search for a leprechaun at the end of the rainbow to find a pot o’ gold this St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, because Disco Donnie Presents has a treasure you can grab right at home! The luck of the Irish is on your side because you can score four tickets for the price of three! You read right. Lock in the best ticket prices for some of the most anticipated festivals of 2013. Act fast! There are limited quantities available from March 16th to the 17th.
- Electric Palms Music Festival in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on March 22nd – 30th
- Magnetic Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia on April 20th
- Meltdown Music Festival in Grand Prairie, Texas on April 27th
- Sunset Music Festival in Tampa, Florida on May 25th
Featured Updates
- Women of the Disco: Part 14
- Women of the Disco is a celebration of these fierce women who are not just participants but innovators, defining the future of the scene.
- Women of the Disco: Part 13
- Women of the Disco is a celebration of these fierce women who are not just participants but innovators, defining the future of the scene.
- Women of the Disco: Part 12
- Women of The Disco is an initiative to highlight some of those powerhouses who are trailblazing the path and shaping the future of EDM.
- Women of The Disco: Part 11
- Women of The Disco is an initiative to highlight some of those powerhouses who are trailblazing the path and shaping the future of EDM.
- Women of The Disco: Part 10
- Women of The Disco is an initiative to highlight some of those powerhouses who are trailblazing the path and shaping the future of EDM.
- Announcing OUTLET - A Mental Health & Wellness Resource
- Providing information, tools, and resources relevant to mental health and promoting the continuance of mental health initiatives.
- Announcing Disco U!
- Disco Donnie Presents has always been in the business of furthering lives with the power of music, and we've recently extended that idea with the formation of our Disco U program.
- New Scholarship at Blair School of Music Honors Music Promoter Leon Jackson
- A new scholarship fund has been established at the Blair School of Music in honor of Leon Jackson, the late music and event promoter who introduced a generation of Nashvillians to electronic dance music.
- Disco Donnie Presents Honors First Responders, Veterans, and Gold-Star Families with $1,000,000 Ticket Donation
- Disco Donnie Presents Honors First Responders, Veterans, and Gold-Star Families with $1,000,000 Ticket Donation.
Latest Photos
- Back To The Palace at The Metropolitan Nightclub
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- Ahee at Skully’s Music-Diner
- Photos from Ahee at Skully’s Music-Diner in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
- Mr. Carmack at Otherworld
- Photos from Mr. Carmack at Otherworld in Columbus, Ohio on Friday, May 24, 2024.
- Loud Luxury at The Ritz Ybor
- Photos from Loud Luxury at The Ritz Ybor in Tampa, Florida on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
- ARMNHMR at Clé
- Photos from ARMNHMR at Clé in Houston, Texas on Sunday, May 26, 2024.
- Opiuo at Otherworld
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- John Digweed at The Ritz Ybor
- Photos from John Digweed at The Ritz Ybor in Tampa, Florida on Friday, May 17, 2024.
- MitiS at 9PM Music Venue
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- Bonnie X Clyde at The Ritz Ybor
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- Foam Wonderland Wild Ones Tour 2024 at Cuthbert Amphitheater
- Photos from Foam Wonderland Wild Ones Tour 2024 at Cuthbert Amphitheater in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
- Adventure Club at Elan
- Photos from Adventure Club at Elan in Savannah, Georgia on Friday, May 10, 2024.
Latest Videos
- Konstantina Gianni at 1902
- Video from Konstantina Gianni at 1902 in San Antonio, Texas on Friday, May 17, 2024.
- Timmy Trumpet at 1902
- Video from Timmy Trumpet at 1902 in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
- Steve Aoki at Clé
- Video from Steve Aoki at Clé in Houston, Texas on Sunday, March 17, 2024.
- Mau P at 1902
- Video from Mau P at 1902 in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, February 29, 2024.
- William Black at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from William Black at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Saturday, February 17, 2024.
- Flosstradamus at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Flosstradamus at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Saturday, February 10, 2024.
- Vavo at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Vavo at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Saturday, January 27, 2024.
- Imanbek at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Imanbek at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Friday, January 19, 2024.
- Esther Anaya at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Esther Anaya at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Saturday, January 13, 2024.
- Sullivan King at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Sullivan King at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Friday, December 29, 2023.
- Cash Cash at Warehouse Live Midtown
- Video from Cash Cash at Warehouse Live Midtown in Houston, Texas on Sunday, December 31, 2023.
- Niiko x SWAE at Wheelhouse
- Video from Niiko x SWAE at Wheelhouse in Saint Louis, Missouri on Sunday, December 31, 2023.
