Day After Drop: Hardwell tops Beatport charts with 'Dare You;' NERVO and R3hab top Beatport's overall chart with 'Revolution'

The Day After is bringing world-renowned talent like Hardwell, NERVO, Afrojack and Calvin Harris to Panamá City, Panamá for three days of incredible music on January 10-12th. Since we’ve still got several weeks remaining until the anticipated event, that means we have plenty of time to stay up-to-date with our amazing roster.

For Day After’s first Drop, we’re putting the spotlight on three of our talents who have been playing #1 Roulette on Beatport for the past few weeks now. It’s great to see our artists taking over the top spots!

Hardwell’s “Dare You” featuring Matthew Koma reaches #1 on Beatport

At this rate, Day After headliner Hardwell is probably used to racking up Beatport #1’s. This year alone, the Dutch mega-producer spent more time at this coveted spot than any other artist. Having premiered “Dare You” during his performance at the Amsterdam Dance Event with a live appearance from Matthew Koma, the recently crowned #1 DJ in the world is back with a new, refreshing sound out on his Revealed Recordings.

Though Hardwell’s previous releases this year have been more a more in-your-face electro house, “Dare You” tests the melodic waters, stepping away from his big room style. Paired with Koma’s timeless vocals, the single could be championed from the main stage as well as it could championed from your radio.

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Nervo, R3hab and Ummet Ozcan grab the #1 spot on Beatport with their collaborative track “Revolution”

Though festival season may be over for some, we’re glad NERVO and R3hab are still in drive mode. Teaming up with Ummet Ozcan, the Australian twin sisters and Dutch producers released the festival anthem “Revolution” on Spinnin’ Records on November 11th.

The trio of acts create that familiar big room sound joined with a pounding, peak-time energy vibe that will definitely bring you back to the memories of the summer months. Filled with electro synths and a bassline that just won’t quit, this tune will be a staple to main rooms and stages everywhere. This banger is notably labeled as an instrumental version, so we hope that a follow-up vocal version equipped with the sisters’ signature vocals is soon to come.

For the past two weeks, “Revolution” and “Dare You” have been shuffling between the #1 and #2 spots on Beatport’s Top 100. We’re sure you’ll hear both when Hardwell, NERVO and R3hab make their way to Panamá for Day After. Buy your tickets today and be a part of the celebration!

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Ultimate Music Experience 2014 Day 1 at Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark

Announcing San Diego's WeAre NYE 2014

Join Disco Donnie Presents, Eventvibe and Amplified Access as we bring the first New Year’s event of its kind to San Diego. WeAre NYE will transform the centrally located Four Points Sheraton Hotel into an exclusive adult playground with five rooms equipped with festival-ready lighting and sound and world-class talent on Tuesday, December 31st.

Stay and play inside the hotel all day and dance to artists like Seven Lions, Butch Clancy, Kill Frenzy and Kicks n Licks all ready to kick off your 2014 right. Our 18+ guests will enjoy a midnight countdown celebration and NYE party favors in each room. Our 21+ patrons receive access to the full bar and free range to explore the event. With free parking and shuttle services available, NYE restaurant dinner packages, heaters on the patio outside and an interactive phone booth, there are plenty of reasons to be a part of our New Year’s celebration. Be sure to find that special someone at midnight. Limited early bird tickets and hotel packages are now available, so secure your spot today!

Looking to elevate your WeAre NYE experience? VIP table inquiries should email VIP@eventvibe.com.

Your WeAre NYE Lineup for 2014!

Seven Lions
Butch Clancy
Kill Frenzy
Kicks n Licks

Plus, in alphabetical order:

Arturo Sierra
Caliparis
Cleu & Fizix
Divinity
DJ Ideal
DJ R you
Don Santino
Dropset
Dylan Talley
ETA
Fltrfreq
Gum-B vs Proof
Highrollers
Innovade
Intraphonic
Jon Martin
Justin Campbell
Luke skyy
Mr. Fresh
Mr. German
MRNG
Mutiny
Nicky Najera
Orin Jacobs
Ozan
Prelapse
Snowmans
Susio
Taylor C
Third Twin
TKS
Tristan D
Tyler Ti
Ulysess
Osal8

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Winter Fantasy Artist Profile: deadmau5 (unhooked)

Producer, hitmaker and Winter Fantasy headliner deadmau5 (unhooked), has made a name for himself by going beyond his music productions and talent behind the decks and playing his own eclectic progressive and electro house music edits and originals on cutting edge computer technology. Outside of his efforts in the studio and behind the decks, deadmau5 keeps fans coming back for more with his sarcastic approach to comedy and not to mention that giant LED strobing mouse head in his performances. It comes as no surprise that deadmau5 continues to fill dance floors around the globe after all these years.

Born Joel Thomas Zimmerman in Niagara Falls, Canada, the phenomenon first became involved with music playing the piano at age 15 and simultaneously was also introduced to technology, making chip tunes from old computers. After a few years of being influenced with electronics and hardware, he started working in animation and web design. “I was playing MS Golf and Minesweeper. And getting blown away by the amazing effects that Corel Draw could provide. At the same time, my parents were sending me to piano classes. I went to a school for eight years in Niagara Falls, where I got a lot of classical music pounded into my head.”

In 1999, Zimmernman’s chip tunes finally grabbed the attention to Mötley Crüe drummer, Tommy Lee, which led to contributing in Lee’s rap metal album Methods Of Mayhem. After years of friendship and collaboration they released two electro-house singles, under the name W.T.F.? called “Chicken” and “Redic.” Though Zimmerman made his debut with Tommy Lee, his breakout year was when he entered the music world as a co-producer for the Niagara Falls radio show and released his first album in 2005 with Get Scraped.

Collaborating with Steve Duda under the alias B.S.O.D., deadmau5 earned his first #1 on Beatport with “This is the Hook.” By 2008, deadmau5 had three self-released albums and the breakout success of Random Album Title under his belt. And the hits just kept on coming. deadmau5’s collaboration with Kaskade for tracks “Move for Me” and “I Remember” reached #1 on Billboard’s Dance/Mix Show Airplay making mau5 the 1st Canadian to have three #1 tracks on that chart after also releasing the classic “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff” (later with Rob Swire) on For Lack of a Better Name.

This year is closing out well for deadmau5 with banging single “Suckfest9001” being championed in clubs and festivals around the globe. Though his social media antics as of late may be grabbing peoples’ attention, as a musician, deadmau5’s passion for sound and technology is unmistakable. Treating us to a special Unhooked set at this years Winter Fantasy, get ready for the ultimate holiday treat as deadmau5 makes his way to Hidalgo’s State Farm Arena (outdoors) on Thursday, December 30th.

Don’t miss your chance to catch deadmau5 (unhooked) in Texas, buy your tickets today!

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Black Friday Specials for Ultimate Music Experience

The largest spring break dance music event in North American history is coming back to South Padre Island’s Schlitterbahn Waterpark for its fourth year in 2014 and although the Ultimate Music Experience is many weeks out, the savings for the three-day event going down on March 13-15th are starting just in time for the holiday season.

This Friday, November 29th as millions head out to get a head start on their holiday shopping, save your time, money and sanity by staying home this year. For 24 hours only, you can score early bird pricing for the Ultimate Music Experience with our Black Friday deal with the click of a mouse. Secure your spot to the celebration early and save this Black Friday.

Score the best deal on the Ultimate Music Experience, buy your tickets on Friday, November 29th!

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

E! Entertainment Named Official Media Partner for Day After Festival

Taking over Figali Plaza on January 10-12th, The Day After returns to Panama City, Panama for three days of amazing music from over 20 national and international artists. This year, Disco Donnie Presents and Showpro are excited to welcome back E! Entertainment Television as the main media partner for The Day After 2014.

The first Day After a few years ago, E! Entertainment came to cover the festival equipped with large-scale production and special programs and highlights specially designed for Latin America. Moving forward with this partnership, Day After 2014 will find its way in over 400 million homes, not only through the E! channel itself, but also through their web presence as they deliver information from the festival in real-time.

As Panama continues to show why it’s one of the best tourist destinations in the region, The Day After will grow internationally as one of the leading festivals in dance music and one of the largest in Latin America.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

TJR at Buchanan's Event Center

R3hab joins Lineup for Day After Festival

Disco Donnie Presents and Showpro are excited to announce that Dutch talent R3hab will be joining our lineup for the return of Panamá’s Day After taking over the Figali Convention Center in Panamá City on January 10-12th.

Known for his massive releases like “Sky Drop,” “Do It” and latest collaboration with Ummet Ozcan and other Day after talents NERVO in “Revolution,” there is escaping the energy that R3hab brings to his craft. Watching him perform is an experience you really shouldn’t miss. Raise those hands and buy your tickets for Day After today!

Monday, November 25, 2013

Hey DJ! Find Out How You Can Perform at Lights All Night Mexico

Are you an aspiring producer or DJ? Have you ever wanted to share the stage with some of the biggest names in dance music at a major New Year’s Eve event? Do we have your attention?

Making its international debut in a little over a month, Disco Donnie Presents, Highland Concerts and Alive Entertainment are excited to have Nicky Romero headline Lights All Night at Mexico City’s Pepsi Center on December 31st. Our lineup isn’t quite finished though. We’re teaming up with Wavo.me to give one of you the opportunity to play an opening slot at the anticipated New Year’s Eve event.

How to Enter

Entrants will record a 15-minute (minimum) mix and submit to Wavo.me. Promote your mix by having your friends, family, and fans to vote for you. The entrants then leverage the votes from their fans and friends to have the mix trend on the site and get noticed. The winner will be chosen on the basis of popularity and the expert opinions of our official Lights All Nights judges. A winner will be announced Thursday, December 26th.

Rules and Guidelines

Contest open to North Americans aged 18+
Mix must be a minimum of 15 minutes long

Prizes

The opportunity to have an opening slot at Lights All Night in Mexico City.
Two (2) tickets for a friend/family.
2013 Lights All Night Merchandise prize pack
$500 Travel Budget

Ready to get started? Visit Wave.me and submit your mix now!

Monday, November 25, 2013

Securing Your Entry into Panamá for Day After Festival

If you’re looking for the perfect escape, join us on the shores of Panamá on January 10-12th for The Day After. Poised to bring in thousands of people from all over the world with artists like Hardwell, NERVO, and Calvin Harris all scheduled to perform, get ready for the perfect combination of great music and stunning surroundings.

Perfectly situated on a prime location on the map, arriving at the tropical paradise is a quick and easy journey from any city in North or South America. Even travelers coming from Europe and Asia will find it easy to connect to the Central American getaway. To keep the arrival process easy, be sure your passport is up-to-date. There are many resources online where you can apply, renew or make changes to your passport all with the click of a mouse.

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccines may also be required for travel. If you have any questions, be sure to check the vaccines and medicines list of the on the Center for Disease Control’s website and visit your doctor before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. Tourists entering Panamá will also receive 30 days of free health insurance at immigration.

With a few weeks remaining before the anticipated event, having a valid passport is one thing you certainly can’t procrastinate on. Panamá also requires that all must carry a valid passport, with at least six months prior to its expiration date. There may also be special entry requirements depending on which country you are coming from. We have highlighted some of these requirements below for a select number of countries. Be sure to check the Government of Panamá’s website for more information as well.