The Beat Up-date 145
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Editorial
Well, what a year that was.
2005 has been another up and down roller coaster ride on Bali. We had our highs and definitely we had our lows. Tourists flocked back to this island in unprecedented numbers and Bali again was on the cover of just about every Travel and Lifestyle magazine around the world and in the process, winning many tourism and reader polled awards all over the planet. That was all until the beginning of October when, as we all know, another terrorist attack hit the island with what seemed even greater ramifications than the previous and we appeared to be shunted back to zero again. But is that really the situation?
Tourists love Bali for a number of reasons and those reasons continue to be exactly the same today as at any time in the past. Readers of the Conde Nast publication, Traveler voted Bali the Best Island in 2005 for three main points: Range of Accommodation, Friendly People and Value for Money - and the ideal Weather was a close fourth. There are some spectacular villas and resorts on this island; some of the best in the world. The Balinese are famed for being friendly and open to visitors no matter what their race, creed or status. And a tourist can live like a king for two weeks for half the price of anywhere else on the planet while baking in the sun day in, day out. (Not that we've seen much of that recently.) Yes, there are still many reasons for tourists to come back.
Bali still remains a beautiful place to live and we (that's me and my girlfriend, Made W), just like most of you who live here, aren't interested in going anywhere else for the time being.
The situation right now is not doing any favours for anyone's bottom line or wallet engorging at present, but what we have right now could be referred to as Bali's Golden Days, in the future. It's a chance to reflect and to build for that future. We read with interest last week that the Indonesian government is planning to spend millions of dollars in public works next year around the country to stimulate the economy. It would be fantastic if some of that comes in our direction to fix the local road, power and general infrastructure issues facing this island.
That would be my New Year's wish.
Happy New Year 2006, friends and may this year be a new start to Peace, Health and Prosperity for all people on this planet.
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What's Going ON ? ... next 2 weeks
Friday December 30th
Dee Jay Café
Climax Pre-party
This will be the late night warm up for the main Climax gig down at Balangan beach on NYE. Representing will be the DJ Cafe residents, DJ Fadi (SWE), plus guest jocks Georgia, Irwan (Embassy JKT) and others. From 2am
Kama Sutra
Southway DJ Party
Get yourself together, get ready, get it on before the big one tomorrow with a special performance from SPINACH (JKT) and a wicked DJ line up featuring Riri, Bone, Reza, Djune, Patricia and others. From 11pm
Paddy's
Sound Passion part 1
Call this one a pre-party for the next night with barrels of fun still a guarantee as sexy dancers, games and tunes by resident DJs Lukman, Charles and Bonglak gear you up for NYE. From 11pm
New Year's Eve 2006
Aurora
Brings Light Into the Dark
The 2005 to 2006 celebration will be accompanied by a mouthwatering Mediterranean gastronomy parade plus entertainment by Las Vegas Cabaret and Latin, Salsa, and Modern dancing. Music from DJ Steve Bruce (UK) and visual additionals by way of sky trackers and a light show. Free flow drinks. From 8pm
All Star Surf Café
Be A Star
A New Year's Eve celebration with a special performance by a live band, a limbo dance, and everyone's favorite activity, sumo wrestling. Tickets Rp 115k. From 8pm
Balangan Beach
Climax on the Beach
This one's bound to be a bangin' beach blow-out with 120k watts of boomin' sound plus an extensive line-up of international DJ talent including: Eric Entrena (SPA), Tatiana (USA), Beauty And The Beat feat. DJ Sally Doolaly (UK), DJ Goetz (GER), Fadi (SWE), Mikey (NL), DeeJay V (AUS), Yukun (Groove Genetic - SIN), Victor G (Obsession - KL). Local DJ line up will feature DJ Irwan (Embassy), Riri feat. Bonita (Spinach), Michael, Georgia, Emon, Gallant (Mixologee), Yansi (1945 MF KL), Joevan (1945 MF), Bimo (1945 MF) and will be hosted by the temptational Indah Kalalo, Cathrine Wilson, Alannys Webber, Nadya, Putri, Kiata Kwanda, Made, Hoiman, Yenni, Nina, Denok, Donnie, Elice Seymore, and Beno. Still not enough bang for your New Year's buck? The night will also include a traditional dance, fireworks, fire dance, jetski attractions, laser show, zeppelin, and 150k watts of intelligent lighting. From sunset. Tickets: 081-932-923-307
www.climaxonthebeach.com
Buddha's Belly
Re-Vive
Bring in 2006 with a special local performance by the new musician duo of 'Sova' and their fusion of Brazilian Portugese and English lyrics set to acid-nu jazz and neo-breaks. Guaranteed to be a unique night's entertainment. From 8pm
DeJaVu
Sparkling New Year 2006
The countdown option at this beachfront venue with a special performance by an Int'l guest DJ plus DJ Anastacia and resident DJs Lanang and Wilson providing the back up. From 11pm
Double Six & Paparazzi Lounge
Future Sound Celebration
International DJs in 3 Arenas - Paparazzi Lounge/ VIP Arena: DJ Daryl (UK), DJ Steve Bruce (UK) and DJ Agoeng dropping Funky House, Deep House, and Disco. There will be cover charge at the red carpet entrance. Welcome Champagne, Wine, Canape, Fruit Arrangement, Bracelet to 66.
Arena 2/66 Main Room: DJ Marco Polo Cecere (Italy), DJ James Sullivan (UK) bringing Electro House, Progresive House, Up Lifting House. Balloon drop at Midnight, Door Prizes, Laser show, Smoke Machine, Dancers. Arena 3/Pool Area: DJ Fadi, Eric Sahl (Swe) spinning Break Beat, 2 Big Screens with Visuals, and Food.
Dee Jay Café
New Year's Eve Party
Countdown the last minutes of 2005 in this institution with a superb dance floor and sound that always delivers the pumping jams. Music from resident DJs Ion, Georgia, Nason, Noldy and others. From 10pm
Fabio's
New Year's Eve in Style
Live dinner Latin grooves from guest DJ Kevin Jackson (UK) with the action continuing at adjacent F lounge afterwards at midnight with cocktail and performance by DJ Kevin K (AMS)
D Glow
Glow In 2006
This brand spankin' new spot will be starting the year off right with a proper New Year's Eve blow-out. DJs, Glowden Dancers, percussionists on the balcony, and acoustic action in Lounge 2 will make this a night to remeber. From 9 pm
Hard Rock Café
Fun and Frolic
Celebrate the up coming New Year, the countdown, and all the additional excitement with a performance by Nina Thamam, ex-member of Warna, who is now building a strong solo career. Also featuring Asia One band, Chronic (Live P.A), DJ Chicko (Electra 666) and sexy dancers. From 10pm
Hu'u
New Year's Eve, a Night of All Vintages
A night of swinging nostalgic tunes from the 30's, 40's, 50's, and 60's from 7 pm till 11 pm followed by groovy music picking up from the 70's and taking you through the rest of the millenium after 11 pm. The evening kicks off with an optional 6-course set menu (Rp 1 million). Dance party Rp. 300k first drink (entrance after 11pm only). Reservations: 736443
Jazz Bar & Grill
New Year's Celebration
Celebrate the last night of 2005 at this jazzy hideaway and bring in 2006 with a live performance by the Episode Band (SBY) plus the flair bartenders, belly dancers, a sexy bikini fashion show, DJ, and a drinking competition with games and prizes. Limited space available. Reservations: 285-892. From 9 pm
Kama Sutra
New Year's Eve Party
The countdown starts featuring performances from X'es Int'l Band and DJ Woody with sexy dancers keeping the night hot, hot, hot at this Pantai Kuta venue. FDC 180k incl Party pack, T-shirt, and 1st drink. From 11pm
Ku De Ta
New Year's Eve
Ringing in 2006 with an exclusive celebration of glamour, sophistication, and elegance. A night featuring the option of a special 6-course set dinner and cocktail party (from 7 pm / Rp 2.5 million) or just the cocktail party (from 10 pm / Rp 1.5 million) with resident DJs Donni 1 and Billy the Kid delivering the sexy blends, Ku-style. Only 150 tickets available for dinner and 450 for cocktail party. Reservations: 0361-736-969
Kudos
Masquerade Ball
Put your best mask and sexy costume on for a night of anonymous naughtiness. This will be the event for the glamorous and the dangerous. FDC 100k. From 10pm
MBarGo
New Year's Eve
Decorations, balloon drop, stiltwalkers, percussionists, go-go dancers, and blazin' hip hop and R & B beats provided by guest Jakarta DJs and MC MDee. Private VIP Lounge by invite.
Musro
The Dawn
New Year's Eve counts down with a special cabaret show extravaganza, guest DJ Ronny (JKT), and Flubbers Band (SBY) kicking out the live jams. From 8.30pm
Paddy's
Sound Passion part 2
Celebrate the up coming New Year with a performance by bikini dancers plus a fashion show and games to bring you into 2006 on the right foot. From 11pm
Paradiso Billiard
Champion Handicap Bowling Tournament 2005
This event will be the last hurrah in 2005 at the biggest bowling-billiard centre in Bali. Go on, give it your best your shot! Throughout the day into evening.
Rumours
Rumours Countdown
Come for the countdown with Rumours special frozen margarita. From 11pm
Queens Tandoor
Indian Fashion Night
Celebrate the incoming year at Bali's award-winning Indian restaurant. The night will include an Indian fashion show, a performance from an Indian band, live cooking demonstration, and much more. From 8 pm
Sector Bar & Club
Coyote's Night
Bali's answer to 'Coyote Ugly' presenting the Coyote chiquitas from Surabaya firin' things up with sex appeal and dance floor attitude to the music of DJs Putra and Edo (Embassy, JKT). Local rockers, Kaimsasikun will also keep things lively as they did during the Beat Rock Fest. FDC Rp 100k. With dinner Rp 250k. From 10 pm
Sin City
Six In The City
Where the fusion of food, sport, live music and DJs reigns. This combination of elements will make New Year's Eve at Sin City hard to forget. The night will include a sexy fashion show, fireworks, hot dancers, DJ attack, giant screen visuals, and multimedia entertainment. From 9pm
Sunday January 1st
Double Six
DJ Steve Bruce + Paper Doll
Hard Rock Café
Nu Flava
The New Year is upon us. Whether your still out or you stayed in the night from before, start things off right with a post-NYE performance by Asia One band, DJ Bernie (KL), DJ Emon, and DJ Georgia, plus the sexy dancer squad. FDC 50k. From 11pm
Kudos
Reflection
Looking for a little 'hair of the dog that bit you' from the night before? 50% off all cocktail and tunes by DJs Indra and U-You should set things straight. From 11pm
Tuesday January 3 rd
M Bar Go
Post Party
The very first party in 2006 at this pumping club with a performance by guest DJ Patricia (JKT). Free cocktails for girls and free flow Bintang from 10pm-2am
Wednesday January 4th
Bahiana
Cuban Night
Light up your best Cuban stogie, sit back and enjoy a night of Limbo dancing, sexy dancers, and Dj Jonas on the decks till late. From 11pm
Double Six
Erik Sahl
Fuel
Electronation
A very special performance with Devina and Milinka (Mixologee) on the decks with back up from Yansi of 1945M keeping things fresh in the ‘06. From 11pm
Thursday January 5th
Double Six
DJ Emon
F Lounge
Hipshaker
Back in full attack for 2006, this throwback session is guaranteed to keep your toes tapppin', hips swingin', and hands clappin' to the best in Northern Soul, disco deep, and bubblefunk classics. With specialists Stevie G and Wayne Wonder keeping things real. From 10 pm
Fuel
Made J the Blues Cowboys B'Day
A special night celebrating the birthday of Bali's prodigal son of the Blues, Capricorn Made J. Plus additional support from local rocksters The Hydrant, Navicula, and Suicidal Sinatra. From 10 pm
Kudos
80's Fever
One year further away from the 80's will make this night a little more nostalgic. Featuring a drag show and music from resident DJs U-You, Indra, and Art. From 11 pm
Friday January 6th
DeJaVu
La Dolce Vita
This beach front venue still keeps it fresh with a performance by a guest Int'l DJ along with resident DJs Sofyan, Emon and Jonny. From 11pm
Double Six
DJ Niina
Hu'u
The Hu'u Society
A new theme night for the new year featuring an evening of indulgence. Dress up and impress the crowd as DJ Jonny takes it deep with his selection of soulful house tunes. FDC 100k. From 11pm
Kudos
Show time! Vegas Come to Kudos
Glam and fancy entertainment invades this venue with an all out attack from the divas, dancers, and DJs U-You, INdra and Art providing the beats. From 11pm
Lush
Capricorn Party
Capricorn, the Sea-Goat - practical, dedicated, patient, and known for their exceptional taste in music. Celebrate Lush's most anticipated monthly party as DJ Stevie G takes you from disco to deep house plus a special dedication to Lushy, Iwan, celebraing his 40th birthday. Mandatory attendance for Capricorns, other signs welcome. Free lush punch b4 12. From 10pm
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