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Bar of the Week: Doghouse Saloon

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:29:18 -0500

Any Annex/Ruff Club/hipster-haters out there may want take a minute to eat your words. Beyond the stately doors and glossy-bricked facade that once housed gyrating eye candy decked out in fuschia spandex, you'll now find the stuff of frat boy wet dreams. The first sign that the Doghouse Saloon brings something new to the LES is its um, sign. Featuring a middle-aged office worker in a doghouse upon which a buxom blonde is chillaxing, it serves as a beacon to any Brother Jimmy's patrons who are taking the night off to slum it on the LES. Sure, now you're nostalgic for the days of shoulder-to-shoulder American Apparel ad fodder, but if eating words isn't your style, the Doghouse has hot dogs in abundance and they come gratis with any drink. For those in the business of free, happy hour (4-8pm) not only snags you the hot dog, but $1 off drinks and a chance to spin the Wheel of Shot (Buttery Nipple, anyone?). After a few beer-shot combos you'll want to pass on the pool and skee ball for the most rarified of ancient Greek games--beer pong. It's a bit hush-hush, but ask at the bar, and you shall receive. If your eyes need rest from focusing on those elusive plastic cups, ten TVs playing non-stop sporty delights await. Various theme nights with Guitar Hero, margaritas, and bikini-clad girls bouncing on trampolines ensure that even Moby will probably end up making the Doghouse a late night haunt after closing up shop at Teany.

Doghouse Saloon
152 Orchard St.
(646) 429-8780

Photo: nymag.com

Market Watch: MCM's Tie-Dyed to Perfection

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:59:42 -0500

I wasn't around in the '70s but a few of the era's top trends are making their way into MCM's Spring 2010 collection. The European accessory house resurrected their tasseled Alda Tambourine bag and rumor has it that stylists from Teen Vogue and Harper's Bazaar have pulled the flirty bag in lilac and yellow. I, however, was most hypnotized by the ultra-luxurious Annodare bag. Annodare, meaning "knot" in Italian, is made of soft lambskin and the bag has been tied into a graceful origami-style twist. And if that's enough of a sell, the bag's TIE-DYED, making it the perfect accessory for toting around your Grateful Dead 8-tracks. (Oh and by the way, I hear they're opening a new store in Beverly Hills next year.)

La Colección Jumex, Dzine, and the Drums at Art Basel Miami

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:14:49 -0500

Basel/Miami events and invites are rolling in and we just received word that beginning December 3, the Bass Museum (2121 Park Avenue, South Beach) will be showcasing selected pieces from the private collection of Mexican billionaire Eugenio Lopez Alonso with an exhibit called "Where Do We Go From Here?" Lopez is the heir to the Jumex juice and beverage company and has collected contemporary art for over ten years. Currently housed outside of Mexico City, the full 1,300 piece collection is expected to move to a new site in 2011 designed by British architect David Chipperfield. Chipperfield designed the new tower and interiors for Miami's Shore Club hotel in 2001. Also on view at the Bass will be works by Chicago's multi-talented Dzine (né Carlos Rolon).

AND: We're saving December 3, 7 p.m., for a special appearance by the Drums at the NADA Fair at the Deauville Beach Resort (6701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach). W magazine just called the Drums a "retro-cute 'it' band and fashion world favorite" and you already know what we think.

Photo: Chicago magazine

Eight Items or Less: Unnoticed Apps & "Mother Earth Sister Moon"

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:44:22 -0500

1. Apple announced yesterday that there are now over 100,000 iPhone apps. However, 98 percent of them are "unused, unnoticed and confined to a vast wasteland of obscurity." (via Digital Music News and AppsFire)

2. Facebook pulled the plug on Dazzle Dancer Cherry Dazzle (né Cary Curran)'s profile due to "sexually explicit material."

3. Matador just bought the hot record label True Panther Sounds whose artists include Girls, Glasser, Tanlines, Lemonade and Hunx and His Punx (aka "the gay Ramones").

4. Only a couple of minutes left to bid on LEGO's "Story of Christmas" on Goodwill.com. Current bid $3.99.

5. Check out the new Kidrobot winter apparel line here.

6. Don't miss "Mother Earth Sister Moon" at 679 Chasama (679 Third Avenue, performances on November 6, 6 and 8 p.m. and November 14 and 21 at 8 p.m.) It's a fashion show that takes place in a giant reconstruction of the spacesuit worn by the first woman in space. The piece was created by Christian Tomaszewski and Joanna Malinowska with music by Masami Tomihisa. (Yes, it's part of Performa 09)

A Quick Chit-Chat with Designers Peter Pilotto & Chris de Vos

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:29:30 -0500

Michelle Obama donned an autumnal, sought-after Fall 2009 Peter Pilotto blouse when she visited a Bronx VA hospital alongside Jill Biden last week, and I wasted no time catching up with Peter Pilotto and his partner Chris de Vos (a former Vivienne Westwood designer) to get their takes on the well-deserved, crowning career moment.

Prior to first lady Michelle Obama's visit to the James J. Peters VA Medical Center, did you have any idea that she would potentially wear one of your designs?
We had no idea.

What was your reaction when you saw Mrs. Obama in your Fall/Winter 2009 collection?
Big smiles!

How do you think the first lady looked? Why do you think she chose that blouse in particular?
It's quite an impactful look -- we think she looks great in it.

What impact do you expect this to have on your company?
We think she is a contemporary fashion icon... let's see about the rest.

The Ting Tings Get Painty

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:46:27 -0500

The Ting Tings are featured on the cover of PAPER's November Nightlife issue and the UK band recently shot a new video for the single "Great DJ" while they were out in L.A.. Over 300 lucky fans were included in the shoot and each wore a black Adidas track suit while participating in a day-glo paint fight. You can see all the action here.

Hello Kitty & Asics Celebrate the Japanophile's Dream Kicks in L.A.

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:44:51 -0500

Beautiful young faces came out of the Hollywood Hills to help celebrate the Hello Kitty Asics collaboration at the cozy L'Ermitage Hotel in Beverly Hills. The two Asian powerhouses came up with three new pairs of shoes including a shiny black and gold pair that are prrrrfect for going to the club or staying home and dancing in front of the mirror.

Some of the guests gave us some song recommendations for a fun night out.

Mikalah Gordon from American Idol is loving the Paradiso Girls' song "Patron Tequila." "It makes me want to get up and move my body!"

"I like Frank Sinatra," remarks Robert Lasardo, of Nip/Tuck fame. "His music reminds me of life back on the East Coast."

Bella Thorne is hooked on "Imma Bee" by the Black Eyed Peas. "It's the easiest song to pop and lock it to."

"I love 'Aquarium' by Camille Saint-Saens, it has so much emotion and energy," says Brittany Curran from Men of a Certain Age. "It is a real invigorating song."

Mash-up maven Nicky T is a big fan of HotNewHipHop.com. "I go everyday to see what new music has been leaked out, this way I can be the first in the loop."

Peter Davis' Status Update: Feed the City

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:29:08 -0500

Last night I had an amazing experience. I spent a couple of hours driving around in a van with Juan de la Cruz, the Program Director of the Grand Central Food Program for the Coalition for the Homeless, handing out meals. My good friend, Bettina Prentice, got me involved and the night was eye-opening, gratifying and extraordinary. You not only give out food (last night: milk cartons, oranges, bagels, meatball soup) at stops around New York to people who depend on it (for some it's their only meal of the day) but you get to meet the people that many New Yorkers ignore on a daily basis. And the meals (including the cost of the van) cost $1.80 each! That blew my mind. I am going to do feeding van trips once a week and more if I can. Please check out the Coalition for the Homeless website to learn how you can volunteer and donate much-needed funds. I hope to see everyone at the Artwalk benefit (hosted by Alec Baldwin, Richard Gere and Carey Lowell) on November 17th which benefits the Coalition for the Homeless. Help is needed more than ever. The number of homeless children and adults residing in municipal shelters each night just exceeded 39,000 for the first time in 25 years.

About Last Night... Esquire and VH1 Save the Music Foundation Benefit

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:15:17 -0500

WHAT: The VH1 Save The Music Foundation Benefit
WHERE: Esquire SoHo
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
WHO: One Republic, Gavin DeGraw, Amber Riley, Chad Wolf of Carolina Liar
OVERHEARD: "Chad, wherever did you get that name from?" "I'm from South Carolina and as a little kid growing up, everyone called me a liar, Carolina's biggest little liar. So it stuck in my mind!"

Top Swap: Score! Takes 3rd Ward November 21st

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:20:25 -0500

By now you've excavated most of your winter wear from the back of your closet and realized that down coat isn't as flattering as you remember, and that reindeer sweater isn't as charming as it looked on the rack at Beacon's Closet. Round up your duds and any other neglected items currently collecting dust at home (you know you're never going to use that salad spinner) and bring them to Score!, New York's roving pop-up swap. Saturday, November 21, they're hosting Scored at Score! an all-day exchange at 3rd Ward with a fashion section curated by Nylon senior editor Nisha Gopalan, a music section curated by Showpaper, DVDs and media finds curated by the Desk Set, and housewares and miscellany curated by Natalie Kamei. Even better? All proceeds raised go to food rescue organization City Harvest. Drop your stuff off when you walk in, pay $3 for a good cause, and get swapping.

Scored at Score! Saturday, November 21. 3rd Ward, 195 Morgan Ave., 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., $3 entry with RSVP. Donations accepted until 5 p.m.

Eight Items or Less: DJ AM's House & Bikes in the Kitchen

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:32:30 -0500

1. DJ AM's Beverly Hills house is for sale for $3,795,000. Here are some photos.

2. Dirty Projectors are performing with the L.A. Philharmonic at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on Saturday, February 27 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale next Saturday, November 14.

3. The Top 10 Punk Clubs.

4. Bikes in the Kitchen party tonight, November 5, at Public Assembly (970 N. 6th St., Williamsburg) with Cerebral Ballzy and Radical Outing + DJs. Tickets are $5 with free Colt 45 from 9 to 10 p.m.

5. The Bruce High Quality Foundation presents "Art History With Benefits" tonight at 6 and 8 p.m. at X Initiative (548 W. 22nd St.). Admission is free. The event is part of Performa 09.

6. It's Guy Fawkes Day.

7. We love French Horn Rebellion's "Up All Night," Toro y Moi's "Talamak" and Harlem's "South of France."

Peter Davis' Status Update: "Be a Cleopatra's Nose"

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:44:56 -0500

My BFF, photographer Thomas Whiteside just got back from Tokyo where he found this amazing contraption called The CoCo ("Be a Cleopatra's Nose"). But this device is also ideal for recovering cokeheads to snap on at night and avoid any coco puffs getting up their nostrils. It's also perfect for chronic nose pickers too. The Japanese really think of everything.

Restaurant of the Week: Saltie

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:59:47 -0500

The presence of a tarot-card reader at a restaurant is usually a pretty bad sign, especially when said wigged psychic has claimed about a quarter of the available seating. But if you can make your way through the throng at Saltie, weaving between dogs in bags and carts of flea-market scores, you'll quickly shift your focus from the Williamsburg swarm to what's happening behind the counter. And for a seafaring-inspired sandwich shop-slash-bakery of this size, there sure is a lot going on: Practically everything on the menu is made in-house, from the daily juice ($3) to the filling of the salty caramel ice cream sandwiches ($5) to the rich, buttery bread for The Gam ($9), which is glazed with pickle butter and stuffed with prosciutto, Gruyère, and sweet pickled green tomatoes that take the offering from tasty to transcendent. Of course, given the fact that the three founding chicks earned their nautical stripes at Diner and Marlow & Sons, the homespun-but-unexpected vibe is hardly surprising, but that doesn't diminish the cultish potential of both the savory concoctions like the Captain's Daughter ($8) -- pickled eggs, sardines, and salsa verde on focaccia -- and the sweet ones like a butternut squash tart or poppy seed buns ($2 to $5). Just get there soon as the crowd's only going to get deeper.

Saltie
378 Metropolitan Ave.,
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
(718) 387-4777
www.saltieny.com

Photo from eater.com

Mindblowing at MoMA: Fischerspooner Doesn't Disappoint

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:04:59 -0500

I can never rave enough about Brooklyn-based electroclash duo and performance troupe Fischerspooner. Comprised of Casey Spooner and Warren Fischer, the twosome has been obliterating boundaries for over a decade. And didn't disappoint on Sunday night at MoMA's sixth installment of their "Performance Exhibition Series."

Due to deliberately limited literature outlining the event, my companion and I had, at best, a vague idea what we were getting ourselves into. Described as "An evening-length... pop spectacle...[that] runs continuously over the course of three hours, with no clear beginning or end, on a large central stage that allows the audience to view the piece from all sides," we were unclear what precisely was in store.

Whatever it was started at 6 p.m. and attracted a healthy audience. Showgoers waited outside the main entrance and were eventually ushered in, semi-stampeding through the sole door security saw fit to open. Inside, we formed an unruly line, at the front of which we were told the performance was sold out. Bummer for those without tickets!

Bypassing the overpriced wine, my date and I made our way up the stairs to the second floor atrium while "Amuse Bouche" echoed throughout the museum. Hailing from their third record, Entertainment (May 2009), this kicked off the hour-long performance piece, which, we immediately learned, turned out to be an exceedingly stimulating, multi-sensory experience. The stage was assembled in nearly the middle of the space, a skeletal erection that did indeed enable myriad viewpoints and perspectives, though most attendees remained front and center. Following this first song, they plucked three from their sophomore album, Odyssey (2005), and later rocked numbers from their debut, #1 or Best Album Ever (2001).

Iranian Rockers Hypernova Get Signed!

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:16:31 -0500

We were pleased to hear yesterday that L.A-based label Narnack Records has signed one of our favorite new bands, Iranian transplants Hypernova, who left Tehran for the U.S. so they could play their rollocking yet dark, slightly Interpol-y rock songs without the threat of public flogging. Seriously. Narnack will release their official debut, Through the Chaos in March 2010. Check out PAPERMAG's review of their recent show Mercury Lounge here.