We’ve been singing the first lyric from John Denver’s “Leaving on a Jet Plane” all morning, “All my bags are packed I’m ready to go…” And we hope to get the song stuck in your head too, as you make the final preparations for your impending vacation with Disco Donnie Presents and the other “lifers,” for AWOL Snow 2013. In less than 24 hours, you will be in Whistler, Canada. So, while you’re making your travels, read the schedule and set times for our fun, dance-tastic weekend, and prepare yourself for another way of life.

Friday, March 1, 2013

Check-In

• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: AWOL check-in at Adara Hotel, obtain/register wristbands, receive gift bags. If you’ve purchased a hotel package, check-in to your room at the front desk like normal, then visit us for your AWOL stuff!

Pub Crawl

• 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Pub Crawl, hosted by AWOL & 72 Hours (various locations). Buy wristbands!

Opening Party at Garfinkel’s Nightclub

• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Club opener
• 10:00 PM – 11:15 PM: Wired
• 11:15 PM – 12:30 AM: Stellar
• 12:30 AM – 2:00 AM: Donald Glaude

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Apres Ski at Buffalo Bills

• 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Stereo Medics
• 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM: Namaste
• 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM: Ale Rauen & Tite Clausi
• 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Anthony Attalla

Saturday Night Event at Garfinkel’s Nightclub

• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Club opener
• 10:00 PM – 11:15 PM: J-Sin
• 11:15 PM – 12:30 AM: Mixed Reactions
• 12:30 AM – 2:00 AM: Felix Cartal

Sunday, March 3, 2013

AWOL Group Tubing Adventure

• 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM: Meet in Adara Hotel lobby at 11:30 AM to go up the mountain for a group tubing adventure! If you’re late, just meet us up there! We’ll be at the Coca-Cola Tube Park tubing from 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

Apres Ski at Buffalo Bills

• 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Ryan Morales
• 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM: Nicklis Csanyi
• 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM: Miguel Alvarado
• 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Dre Morel

Closing Party at Garfinkel’s Nightclub

• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Club opener
• 10:00 PM – 11:15 PM: Christian J
• 11:15 PM – 12:30 AM: Jamie Van Goulden
• 12:30 AM – 2:00 AM: Rebecca & Fiona

“Swoop… swoop… swoop…” You hear that? That’s the sound of “lifers” skiing in just 4 days, in Whistler, Canada. Are you ready for Another Way of Life: Snow? We hope you’re as excited as we are. Leading us into the week of artist profiles, are the Swedish Grammy-winning female duo Rebecca & Fiona. Though their first single was released, not even three years ago, the Scandinavian starlets have quickly sky-rocketed to international stardom.

When their debut single, “Luminary Ones,” became one of the most played songs on Sweden’s national radio station, P3, it should’ve been the first clue that the duo were destined for success. In 2011, the ladies played over 100 shows around the world alongside the likes of Tiësto, Kaskade, Axwell and Steve Angello, just to name a few. Year 2011 became an even bigger year for Rebecca & Fiona when they released their double-platinum selling single, “Bullets” along with putting out their debut album, I Love You, Man, which went straight gold in Sweden. If that weren’t enough, the pair created “Turn It Down,” a hit collaboration with producing DJ, Kaskade. The girls finished out 2012 with a bang, finishing their first ever US tour as well as receiving the award for Best Electronic/Dance Act at the Swedish Grammy Awards.

As we enter 2013, Rebecca & Fiona have locked themselves in their L.A. studio and are hard at work on a brand new album. The first single from the LP is high-energy crossover anthem, “Taken Over” a collaboration between fellow countryman, Linus Eklöw, better known as, Style of Eye. We’re glad the ladies have agreed to come out of hiding to go on vacation with us for another year of A.W.O.L.

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Detroit-based producing DJ Anthony Attalla has been making big waves in the dance music industry. Known for his musicality and flawless energetic sets, Attalla, in the few short years of his budding career, has scored residencies at world reknowned clubs, seen his imprint rise to the upper-echolons of dance music labels, and has become a highly in-demand artist for international bookings. But, those things don’t really matter to him. He is one of the rare talents that keep their focus on the music, stating once in an interview, “…production is predicated on the fastest evolving element in our world today — technology — so the learning curve is infinite. The more I learn, the more I realize how much I have to learn.” That’s not to say his production needs work. Quite the opposite as a matter of fact. Attalla has already charted over 30 Top 100 tracks on Beatport. Moreover, labels like Great Stuff Recordings, Definitive Recordings, Tronic, and Global Underground are just a few of the heavyweights seeking his productions.

But Attalla has been working on creating a respected brand himself, with the birth of his imprint, Incorrect Music whose focus releasing tracks inspired by Detroit’s rich techno history. Now that we’re four years within the label’s launch, we’ve seen Attalla sign several chart-topping tracks produced by some of the industry’s biggest names, and newcomers alike. In it’s inaugural year, Incorrect Music had over 40 releases chart on Beatport’s overall Top 100 and signed artists from over 20 different countries.

As a performer, he has been vocal about that as well. “When I perform is truly the only time I can just forget about the world and lose myself,” says Attalla. “It’s almost like I disappear for a few hours and go to a different dimension or universe where I’m oblivious to everything besides my connection to the crowd and my set.” Forward-thinking, distinguished musician and versatile, both Incorrect Music and its frontman, are perfect examples of another way of life. Now a resident DJ of all A.W.O.L.’s brands, we warmly welcome Anthony Attalla for this year’s Another Way of Life: Snow Edition.

Ticket packages are now available, buy yours today!

It’s hard to believe that in just two weeks, Another Way Of Life: Snow will be underway in the beautiful town of Whistler, British Columbia. We agree the thought of playing in mountains full of snow is quite exciting, but what about music? As you know, AWOL has booked some amazing, award-winning talent, so why not learn more about them? Donald Glaude is a great start as he has been a pioneer of house music for well over two decades. Taking inspiration musical prodigies like George Clinton and Funkadelic, Glaude immediately drawn to the soulful rhythms and energetic vibe of house. After teaching himself how to mix, with a pair of non-matching turntables and a Radio Shack mixer, Glaude began to DJ at various venues in his hometown of Tacoma, Washington and Seattle, pioneering the DJing style and sound that helped to define the rave scene on the west coast.

Aiding Glaude in sparking Seattle’s party scene was friend, and fellow aspiring DJ, DJ Dan, who, coincidentally, was instrumental in Glaude becoming a permanent fixture at San Francisco’s legendary Funky Tekno Tribe. This gig may have put his name in the lips of many, but Glaude is not the type to want success on a mainstream level. He believes house music should be an experience that provokes the soul, which is another reason why he has an unparalleled ability have an emotional connection with any audience. Whether it’s his exuberant sets or talent on the decks, there is definitely a reason he is called the “James Brown of DJs.” Continuing to be “The Hardest Working American DJ,” we’re excited to host Donald Glaude at this years AWOL: Snow, March 1st-3rd.

Ticket packages are now available, buy yours today!

Have you ever wanted to go on a ski vacation with some of the most talented DJs in the world? Well here is your chance! Disco Donnie Presents is exited to announce our involvement in the second-annual Another Way Of Life: Snow Edition, March 1-3rd! AWOL Snow takes place in Whistler, British Columbia, the world’s best ski location! With an averaging annual snowfall of 39.1 ft, get ready for another year of snow-capped mountains, winter games, and incredible music!

Since the base property of AWOL, the Adara Hotel Whistler is officially sold out, organizers have now launched a second hotel property, at Aava Whistler! But act fast! there are only 400 spots to claim for this intimate event!

Don’t wait! Visit the official AWOL website and book your travel accommodations today!

Another Way Of Life: Snow 2013 Full Lineup

March 1

• Donald Glaude
• Stellar
• Wired

March 2nd

• Felix Cartal
• Anthony Attalla
• Mixed Reactions

March 3rd

• Rebecca & Fiona
• Jamie Van Goulden
• Dre Morel

Support Acts

• Ale Rauen
• Christian J
• J-Sin
• Miguel Alvarado
• Namaste
• Niklis Csanyi
• Stereo Medics
• Tite Clausi