Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Free Music and Videos!

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Nneka: The Uncomfortable Truth

Born in Nigeria and based in Germany, Nneka is a stylistically diverse, politically inclined English-language neo-soul singer reminiscent of Erykah Badu. Born Nneka Egbuna in Warri, Nigeria, in 1981, she immigrated at age 19 to Hamburg, Germany, with plans to study anthropology. Influenced by the towering legacies of Fela Kuti and Bob Marleyas well as by contemporary urban American artists such as Mos Def and Lauryn Hill, she also pursued a career in music upon arriving in Germany. In time she met and began working closely with DJ Farhot and made her recording debut in 2005 with The Uncomfortable Truth, an introductory five-song EP followed later in the year by the full-length album Victim of Truth. The album spawned a series of singles ("The Uncomfortable Truth," "Beautiful," "God of Mercy," "Africans") and set the stage for her follow-up album, No Longer at Ease (2008), and its lead single, "Heartbeat," which became her first single to break into the German Top 50.


Carlos Whittaker: Rain It Down

Carlos Whittaker is an artist, pastor, thinker, experience architect, and Web 2.0 junkie. Carlos was at Sandals Church in Riverside California where he served for 10 years as the Pastor of Worship and Creative Arts. Sandals Church is an authentic community of believers whose goal is to be real with themselves, others, and God. His passion for leading the church into a relational worship experience each and every Sunday was his hearts goal. In August of 2007 Carlos and his family made the move from Southern California to Atlanta, GA. Carlos became the Director of Service Programming at Buckhead Church which is one of the three North Point Community Church campuses. He oversaw all the Sunday adult experience and design. He directly oversaw all areas Hosting, Production, Creative, Video, Music, and Programming at Buckhead Church. He also sat on the creative sermon planning team for Andy Stanley. Recently Carlos signed with Integrity Music to pursue a recording career and to continue to disturb and disrupt the church as a whole.


Artist Spotlight: Rahael Saadiq
 
 

Raphael Saadiq (born Charlie Ray Wiggins May 14, 1966, Oakland, California) is an American singer, songwriter and record producer. Saadiq has been a standard bearer for "old school" R&B since his early days as a member of the multiplatinum group Tony! Toni! Toné! He also produced songs of such artists as Joss Stone, D'Angelo, Mary J. Blige, and John Legend.
Saadiq has been playing the bass guitar since the age of six. He first began singing at age 12 with a group called "The Gospel Humminbirds". After high school, Saadiq joined Prince and Sheila E. on the Parade Tour.
Saadiq's latest critically acclaimed album, The Way I See It, released on September 16, 2008, featuring artists Stevie Wonder, Joss Stone and Jay-Z, received three Grammy Award Nominations and voted Best Album on iTunes of 2008.

W.W.E.D.?

What would Ed Hardy do? What wouldn't Ed Hardy do? I know it's not polite to answer a question with a question, but there's always an exception to the rule, and that exception is Christian Audigier and Ed Hardy. And unless you've been living under a rock, then you already know that he's transformed the everyday mundane into a fashionable smörgåsbord that not even Willy Wonka could have been the event planner for.

For all slackers who've arrived late to class, let's review the checklist of Ed Hardy inspired designs, shall we? Eye-catching high-end clothing line and energy drinks? Check. Lavish Upscale Las Vegas club for Mr. Audigier and his 100 closest celebrity friends to reenact scenes from 'Coyote Ugly'? Check. Hand sanitizer, cologne, and an exclusive motorcycle line? Check-chickity-check! And the list goes on and on. Even with the latest tragedy that is Haiti's reality, Ed Hardy is working hand-in-hand with the American Red Cross in aiding relief.

It appears that Ed Hardy was holding out on us in giving us a real treat. One of the latest concoctions to arrive from the bedazzled reccesses of Mr. Audigier's mind is something I like to call “my new BFFF”. Best Fermented Friend Forever, Vodka. That's right P.Diddy, make way for the latest in Celebrity alcohols and prepare to be rhinestoned, Sir Ed Hardy has just crashed the party. From the hand-picked wheat, to the purified water, then distilled and filtered 5 times. You don't have to be a rocket scientist to know that it taste pretty darn good.

Ed Hardy has changed the functional fashion industry as we know it and from looks of this stellar hand crafted crystal bottle, I don't think he's done yet. For everyone that has had a chance to visit the flagship stores, it's a paparazzi playground-and any scene with Ed Hardy Vodka (EHV) would be no different. Simply judging by the test of time and the bottle with the timeless images of art, it's safe to judge this book by the cover. After tasting this fine vodka, there's no doubt you'd enjoy anything less.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Official Jay-Z Concert Contest


Would you like to see Jay Z perform live at Madison Square Garden? Aurora Nights is awarding one lucky socialite a pair of tickets to his concert on March 2, 2010. Just fill out the form below and you'll be entered in the contest.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Celebrity Mix & Mingle for Haiti


"The time is always right to do what is right."
Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mix and mingle night this Saturday at the new Taino Soleil lounge
http://www.tainosoleil.... One stop in to Brooklyn from Manhattan. Classic & chic place (we only do the best) 100% I repeat a legitimate 100% of the proceeds will go to trusted organizations. Minimum donation and entry fee is $5. All in all, ladies and gents spread the word and come out and rock out with us for a cause. Fresh DJ Mixing the latest in top 40, hip hop, reggae, pop. Haiti needs our help, we have reached out to organizations, celebrities and wonderful New Yorkers in an effort to make the most of the event.

When: Starts at 7PM and ends whenever the night dies out.

Where: Taino Soleil
121 Livingston Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201-5105

Attire: Neat and trendy, the place is really chic so throw on your best and come out and celebrate to the rebuilding of Haiti.

Door: $5 (100% proceeds goes to Haiti,even if we have to take it there ourselves.We are seriously considering doing just that.)

Great music? Of course we are hiring a heavy hitter! Great drinks? Awesome bartenders.

"Life's most urgent question is: What are you doing for others?"
Martin Luther King, Jr.

SPREAD THE WORD!

Monday, December 28, 2009

Aurora Nights Gives a Huge Thumbs Up!

Tickets for this Event
    Early Bird Special - $30.00
General Admission. Complimentary Champagne Toast @ midnight (Available until Friday, Dec 26th)
General Admission - $40.00
General Admission. Complimentary Champagne Toast @ midnight
Couples VIP Package - $300.00
Table Service & 1 Complimentary Bottle
Party of 4 VIP Package - $500.00
Table Service & 1 Complimentary Bottle
Party of 6 VIP Package - $700.00
Table Service & 1 Complimentary Bottle
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What better way to end the year, than with a New Year's Eve event that's sure to be talked about 'til NEXT Year!

Thur.Dec, 31st
the Block Association along with Brooklyn's premium boutiques have formed an alliance to present the most fashion (& budget) conscience NYE event this holiday. Think "James Bond" meets "Sex in the City" in Vegas! And that could give you a pretty good idea of what to expect. Please join us & have a safe & happy holidays.

Thurs. Dec. 31st '09 New Year's Eve
the Block Association presents
"Casino Royale"
No.1 Front St. -One Front St. (corner of Old Fulton /Dumbo)
9pm-5am
Music by the Ahficionados, Soundproof Intl.,
& BKC's DJ Kohey

Dress Black Tie / Formal elegant attire
Complimentary Toast 12 Midnight
Red Carpet entry
Blackjack Tables (non-profit)
Food Served till 11pm
Rsvp / Admission $30 on-line ticket purchases

($30 until Dec. 26, then price goes up to $40 online, $50 at the door)
Hosted by the Brooklyn Circus, Private Stock, & Pedigree

*Tix are non-refundable & void if dress code
& ID requirements are not met at the door.

Ladies -No jeans Gents-Jacket/blazer preferred


the Block Association is comprised of Harriet's Alter Ego, Alador & Smith, The Breakfast Club, the Ahficionados, the Stylistic Agency & the Minority Report.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Aurora Nights Update!

Aurora Nights is proud to have launched our first event this past November. The event was an amazing success! It was 'full of glitz and glam' as described by an Aurora Nights Socialite. Some of the worthy highlights were rich Mardi Gras beads draped over each socialite upon aririval, hot food (went so fast), open bar (which served a mean Pink Panty cocktail), henna and luxe glow tattoo artist, goodie bags and great music.

The goodie bags were a hit! We think adults may like free stuff more than kids or maybe we just woke up the child inside of each of the adults- -either way they were excited! We wanted our socialites to take the party home. The theme of the night was after all a launch and release from the constrains of our discretions and inhibitions into a universe of ecstasy and euphoria. Our creative staff thought of the perfect items to help the journey last beyond the night's end. Our socialite men received a 750 mL bottle of E&J Brandy, two porn DVDs, condoms, candy, thank you card and a music CD from premiere artist Celsius (album hitting stores soon Diary of an Arthur--refreshingly original!. Check out one of his tracks entitled 'Carnival' featured on our website.) Our socialite ladies received a dildo, lace panty, candy, thank you card and Celsius music CD. We had over 100 RSVP's which turned out to be a wonderful diverse crowd with a vibrant energy. An energy that fed itself and transformed the night into a dream only an event host could imagine. We are truly thankful for all of the feedback and encouraging words!

A Tremendous Thank You:
To the staff at Obivia (www.obivia.com) an amazing venue, you were beyond accommodating and understood the importance of our first event. We will be forever grateful!

Sir Charles Rock (http://TheHarlemSocialite.blogspot.com), Celsius BK (Diary of an Arthur), Selina Weekes (manikmag.com), April Simmons and many more for all of the energy you dedicated to the promotion of the event.

Sponsors: Esteban Austin for sponsoring a significant portion of our event. Angels always have divine timing! Fat Boy Music Group for donating the music Cd's making the goodie bags priceless.

A special thank you to Ron Scott, Gigi Keller, Josephe Buchanan, Zuk Hits and Mary Buchanan for coming together and going over and beyond to make the night effortless and memorable!

Alas, to all of our guest, photographers and socialites--the night would have been nothing without you! I would thank you from the bottom of my heart, but for you my heart has no bottom!

Go check out the pics in our gallery at www.theauroranights.com.

Help us spread the word. Tis' is only the beginning- but what a beginning it twas!

Thank You!




Aurora Nights is Hiring Creative and Unique Individuals!

Ideal candidates should have an alternative source of income, have an entrepreneurial spirit and be familiar with new trends, nightlife and event promotion. They should also have a few hours available each day to work on their tasks.

Business Developer: Primary responsibilities include locating venues for hosting of events, handling all PR, as well as recruiting venues for website promotion.
How will he/ she be paid? Sign on bonus for each venue that promotes with us monthly; Percentage of event profit.

Creative Event Planner: Primary responsibilities include brainstorming and developing themes and ideas for events, working with the business developer to find a venue for the event and handling all of the logistics and event RSVP’s.
How will he or she be paid? Bonus for each client that books with us as well as a percentage of hosted event profit.

Operations Coordinator: Primary responsibilities include working with business developer to handle marketing of the event, manage the street team and work with the event planner on all events.
How will he or she be paid? Percentage of AN hosted event profit

Executive Assistant: Primary responsibilities include making phone calls, picking up supplies, updating website, editing pictures, researching project, updating blog. Will work closely with CEO.
How will he or she be paid? Flat fee per job

If qualified and interested, please send resume and brief line about your unique talents, etc to Bella@theauroranights.com, Good Luck!!