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 Eclectic Fever: NYE Masquerade
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Wed Dec 31, 2008
Maisha Productions Proudly PresentEclectic Fever: New Year's Eve MasqueradeCount Down to the Hottest & Funkiest International NYE Party in the Bay AreaTel. 415-762-0727 Email Eclectic Fever: New Year's Eve Masquerade Website |
$60 - $125  Box Office: 415-762-0727 |
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888 Brannan Street San Francisco, CA 94103 cross street: 8th Street district: SoMa |
Wed Dec 31, 2008 (9:00PM-3:00AM) - Featuring Sila & The Afrofunk Experience, Sambada, Nonstop Bhangra, Darondo, Nino Moschella |
| Description Each year, New Year's Eve parties wash away the old and bring in the new. This year, that time-honored tradition has taken on a larger significance, with the historic election of Barack Obama as 44th President of the United States.
With the entire world still buzzing over Obama's ascendancy, multiculturalism isn't just an ideal anymore - it's the wave of the future. And what better way to celebrate this evolutionary step in global consciousness than a multicultural New Years Extravaganza? Produced by Maisha Productions, Eclectic Fever is a vibrant celebration of musical diversity which resonates with President-elect Obama's overall message of inclusiveness and mutual respect for everyone -- no matter what their cultural background. Recognized as one of San Francisco's premier NYE events by media outlets like the SF Chronicle, Examiner, and Bay Guardian, Eclectic Fever offers revelers a spectacular exhibition of live music and dance from around the world in one of the city's most impressive venues-- the massive GiftCenter Pavilion. Proceeds benefit Uganda's House of Hope With an electrifying, jam-packed lineup of some of the Bay's best world music and dance acts, Eclectic Fever embodies the emerging multicultural vibe happening in America and the world - it's not only change you can believe in, but change you can dance to. BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES! GUARANTEED TO SELL OUT! ECLECTIC FEVER: PRESS REVIEWS AND FEATURES THE ONION It sounds kind of cliche at this point, but thanks to Obama's Election, the hope surrounding 2009 is something that's truly worth celebrating. Not that the past years have been as sober as they have been sobering, but now the booze is going to be used to lubricate the joy rather than drown the sorrow. Eclectic fever features a diverse lineup of musicians, Dj's and dancers celebrating sounds from around the world. The first 500 people receive free masks, but all the guest get complimentary warm and fuzzy feelings knowing that proceeds are going to the House of Hope in Uganda - Marc Hawthorne ASSOCIATED CONTENT Electric Fever is among the top most popular New Year's Eve events in San Francisco. It is one big dance party with several ethnic music acts. -Shannon Wilson FLAVORPILL At this year's Eclectic Fever, the name says it all. With live Afrofunk, samba, and hip-hop performances, this New Year's soirée features a hip-shaking cornucopia of world music, plus a special appearance by SF club night all-stars Nonstop Bhangra. An array of dancers back up the music, shaking their stuff in both modern and traditional international styles. The event is also a full-fledged masquerade ball offering prizes for best costume, with Carnival-style masks highly encouraged. Proceeds from the event go to the House of Hope charity organization, which benefits orphans in East Africa. - Laureen Mahler SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE REVIEW: Worldly new year "Eclectic Fever: New Year's Extravaganza" lets you dance into the new year with music from Kenya, Brazil, Jamaica, India, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Spain, England, Mexico, the Philippines and Argentina. Highlights include Fela Kuti-inspired Afrobeat from Sila and the Afrofunk Experience and DJ Jeremiah & the Afrobeat Nation. The party benefits orphaned children in East Africa. Costumes are encouraged. SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER REVIEW: World beat: Get your global groove on without leaving the comfort of The City with the international celebration Eclectic Fever.The all-night dance party brings together a culturally rich roster of artists such as DJ Jeremiah and the Afrobeat Nation, Bangra dancers and the reggae outfit Native Elements, and even supports a good cause; money raised from the event will benefit the House of Hope School in Uganda. SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN NYE PICK: "Eclectic Fever" whisks partiera on an international music escapade for New Year's Eve. Headliners Sila and the Afrofunk Experience join blaring horns, emphatic bass, and groovy percussion with Sila Mutungi's energetic vocals. The B-Side Players infuse dub vibes and political lyrics with Latin drums and rhythms, while Filipino reggae group Native Elements showcase their mellow, Jamaican-rooted tunes. If the Multicontinental collection of live performers doesn't capture your attention, then how about the benevolent cause? A portion of the proceeds will go to House of Hope, an orphanage in Africa that houses children ravaged by famine and disease. - Kevin Lee - San Francisco Bay Guardian TOP TEN LIST AT: SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER SAN FRANICSCO CHRONICLE RADIO ALICE 97.3 FM 7X7 MAGAZINE SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN THEONION.COM THE OWL MAGAZINE |
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