Time to Start Planning The CGE2K12 DP After-Party [Archive] - Page 2

digitpress Jim

02-17-2012, 03:06 AM

Whoops, my bad, I meant Guitar Hero Encore: Rock the 80's lol. I have this game so I just need to go through my collection and find it. So I'll bring the game. Does anybody here want to bring their PS2 system and guitars? Any Vegas locals coming to the After Party that can possibly provide the ps2 and guitars? =)

Joe made a post on his Facebook featuring Devo's Whip It Good music video and since Devo is Joe's favorite band I told him I would Karaoke him some Devo at the After Party since he is like a brother me. This has actually inspired me to get all of yours vote, does anybody want to do Karaoke at the After Party? If so does any locals have a Karaoke Machine to bring? Drunk gamers singing Karaoke equals one hell of a memorable night hehe ;)

To address the alcohol, let me assure everyone right now that we will not have a problem with alcohol like we did at the previous show. I will personally miss the auction if I have too to make sure the alcohol is on time and ready for all us thirsty classic gamers ready to get our drink on! So that being said I just need a couple volunteers who know the area to come with me and those who want to donate for the alcohol purchase. Oh and btw, we can totally make sure to add some rum and such in there to mix it up. Just don't want to get too costly ;) Plus we gotta have some harder alcohol to do our shots in a spiffy Digital Press 2K12 shot glass =)

Let's recap on the 80's party theme, who here likes the idea from my previous post? One thing is for certain, at some point during the show, I will be busting out my white Miami Vice Don Johnson suit like I did years back lol ;) and if my girl friend doesn't make me cut it, I may even be sporting longer hair haha!

Frankie_Says_Relax

02-17-2012, 02:00 PM

Does anybody want to do Karaoke at the After Party?

I'm always down for Karaoke, be it a Rock Band setup or a for-realisies Karaoke machine, there are few things in this life that I enjoy more.

Lady Jaye

02-17-2012, 03:33 PM

Same here for karaoke! Like Frankie, whether via Rock Band/Guitar Hero or Karaoke Revolution or classic CD+G tracks, I'm all up for it! And an all-80s catalog sounds great (lthough I'd suggest that we also include some 70s rock classics as well :D)

Queen Of The Felines

02-17-2012, 05:02 PM

If anyone wants to attempt "Take on Me" I'd be happy to kick you in the nuts first.

SegaAges

03-05-2012, 09:55 PM

I used to have a ton of karaoke (cd+g) discs on my hard drive, but I will have to look around to see if I can find those discs since I have burnt it all off to clear room.

As for a Rock Band setup. I have that covered. I guess I am going to need to see if K-Mart still has those $28 keytars since I do not own one.

My 80's selection in the game is very much lacking. If you guys want specific 80's songs, go here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complete_list_of_downloadable_songs_for_the_Rock_B and_series and let me know which songs you are thinking about. I mean, about 10 songs or so and I can pay for it myself no problem, but if you guys list off more than that, than I will be honest, I don't feel like paying for more than about 10 songs, so somebody would have to shift some XBLA points my way for that.

I have Rock Band 3 and have all of the songs that they will allow you to transfer over from RB1 and RB2. I do not have the Lego RB songs transferred since I bought the game used and do not have the code to do it.

I am all for bringing my Rock Band stuff. Just because the sheer mass of stuff (2 guitars, a drum set, microphone, hopefully keytar and my 360), I honestly do not feel like bringing much else extra beyond that (I do have DJ Hero1 and 2, but I am guessing that RB will be used more). For my drums, I do have the pro setup (3 extra symbols), so it will work out great.

P.S. - Tune, I have Still Alive (it is a free download).

EDIT: If you want to do karaoke, then I would suggest having somebody bring a laptop that has wifi access or something and using YouTube since they have pretty much any karaoke song you are looking for (sure, they may be missing a couple, but they have a massive selection for the most part)

digitpress Jim

03-11-2012, 10:24 PM

Outstanding! Thanks SegaAges, much appreciated! This is great, we have Karaoke covered and we have Rockband taken care of as well. If anybody has a karaoke machine with CD+Gs by all means please bring it with a couple microphones, if not, then between Rockband and Youtube Karaoke videos, we will be golden! So since we are all in agreement with Karaoke and 80's music, SegaAges I have you down for bringing the setup, thanks! BTW, my song for your top 10 is "Never Gonna Give You Up" by Rick Astley =) I promise not to Rick Roll anyone between now and the show lol.

Lady Jaye, we'll totally have some 70's karaoke for ya ;)

Queen of the Felines, I value my nuts lol but I really like "Take on Me" one of my fav 80s songs so I'm gonna have to sing it when your not looking haha.

SegaAges

03-20-2012, 11:24 PM

Cool Breeze dude. Yeah, I am more than willing to purchase roughly 10 songs on my own for it

ianoid

05-02-2012, 11:04 AM

Just to chime in about the after party.

I still reminisce about an after party I went to at Midwest Classic three years back. It was my favorite gaming show party. I didn't really know anyone but it was the best setup yet. It had some random company sponsor, but it wasn't a huge thing. There were maybe 25-30 people there but it still felt like a real party.

My suggestions for this year's party:

Contribute as you can- suggested contribution amount is reasonable
Dark room with party lighting, not overhead lighting, more disco lighting
Loud music- probably too loud, which is good, they had a PA system, not a boom box
A certain amount of food, not dinner, no big deal, in other words don't blow your wad on food, perhaps ample supply of nibble food
Booze table- not as important as the atmosphere
GAMES GAMES GAMES- they had a full Rock Band setup, and maybe a half dozen multiplayer setups with a few game choices - for example: Rockband with 4 instruments, a 2600 setup with Warlords, Boxing, 2k Minigame collection, X-man, Dreamcast with Chu-Chu Rocket, Rush 2049 (vs modes awesome), N64 with Mario Kart, etc.
Tables, chairs and monitors for the game setups
Room not too large- maybe the size of the previous DP party space, not on the show floor.

Things I suggest we NOT do:

Pay for shot glasses- would rather contribute for a better party than a glass I have to worry about breaking on the way home, also it's overhead that doesn't improve the party
Bright lights- you guys aren't that pretty and it doesn't feel as much like a party when it's bright
Arcades- arcades rule but they are a single player experience much of the time, unless you pick the right games. We need to get together to GAME together!
Tickets or required cover charge- I recommend a suggested contribution. If there is excess at the end of the night, it should get saved for next years party to make it better and better.
Buy a ton of booze- sure, get a keg of something reasonable (OR NOT) and a good supply of mixers and cups- emphasize BYOB, then less worry about the ages of kids. People can organize booze as well as a non-official party of the function.
Boombox for music- a party needs loud music. I know it's hard to talk. What does the hotel offer as far as PA systems, or does anyone have access to that kind of equipment? Also, you may be wondering how you'll hear your games? You can still hear your game sounds.

If we can agree that we should try this approach, we would need to organize these things primarily. Food and booze we can probably do closer to the last minute:

Party space
Loud music system
Party lights
Tables
Monitors/TVs
Game systems with 3-4 multiplayer games each, preferably 4 player

skaar

05-02-2012, 05:37 PM

Shot glasses ftw!

ianoid

05-03-2012, 10:19 AM

Shot glasses ftw!

Haha! They are cool, but then again for such a cash poor operation, loot should be the last priority. Would love it if we could put together a party that merits them. Perhaps they are the main attraction.

Creepy

05-10-2012, 01:15 AM

so, about the after party... it is my understanding that it is not a situation where you can just show up, you need an invitation of some sort. i think i saw somewhere that we have to track down a booth at CGE and ask for(or maybe pay for?) a pass/invitation? could someone provide the deets on how to get access to this party?

i would like to just stop by and have a few drinks and play a few arcade games before starting my trek down fremont street for the night.. having said that, please don't shut down the arcade cabinets, as ianoid suggested. while doing so may seem like a good way to force everyone to hang out with each other, it will probably make some people less likely to show up. i mean, if my only gaming option at the party is rock band with a bunch of strangers, i'll probably just skip it. don't get me wrong, if the vibe is right in the room, i will definitely jump in and do some group games. but hey, you made the effort to get all the damn cabs down there for one weekend, why shut them down prematurely? maybe i'm wrong, but doesn't the after party take place in the same location where the expo is? if that's the case, it seems silly to turn all the games off right before the transition into the party. if it's a matter of moving them all to a different location then by all means, just forget about it and bring the 360 and flat screen.

digitpress Jim

05-19-2012, 03:04 PM

Hey Creepy,

Anyone who attends CGE is more than welcome to come to the After Party. All we ask is that you come to the Digital Press booth to sign up and donate $5.00. If you just show up at the front door of the After Party, the donation will be $15.00. Hope this helps and we look forward to seeing you at the party! I feel ya with the arcade games being turned off. Traditionally we have the CGE after party in a suite of some sort in the hotel so we usually have the expo closed. However, the place of the CGE after party has not been set in stone. I will say that if we have it in the expo like before, I'll see if we can keep the arcade games running. Chances are we will have a hotel room as per tradition. Also, I have been in touch with Adrian and Seth in regards to added entertainment for the after party and so far we have some cool stuff planned. Adrian has mentioned performing at the after party as the DJ playing remixed 8bit chip tune sets with popular genres of music. Also, we may partner with Insert Coins and see if we can get them as a sponsor for the After Party. I have to make some calls.

ianoid, thank you for your recommendations. If I envision it right, the after party this year should definitely be loud and entertaining especially if Adrian is our DJ. It's gonna be a blast! I'm not sure yet what kind of equipment the hotel offers or rental charges but regardless we'll make something work.

Creepy

05-20-2012, 01:12 AM

thanks for the clarification, jim! i've never been to CGE, let alone a CGE after party so i really had no idea what to expect but i definitely will make a plan to stop in no matter where it is. getting so excited for CGE in vegas!!

digitpress Jim

05-20-2012, 02:41 AM

You're very welcome! We look forward to seeing you at the show, be sure to visit the DP booth to say hi. It's gonna be a killer show this year =)

wildo2ne

05-21-2012, 07:54 PM

Going to make sure to drop by, should be a blast!

rudy j. ferretti 1979

05-22-2012, 01:22 PM

Last time the AFTER party was a blast but this year me being Italian and all let me pickup the pizza PLEASE LOL real pizza cheap too, I can get 16 pies one topping 7.00 each maybe less for the group........... Domino's has come a long way I must say though..........

digitpress Jim

06-08-2012, 03:19 AM

Hey everyone,

I do apologize for the lack of updates recently. Just got finished with E3 which was awesome! Just wish I woulda brought my white suite =/ The Video Game History Museum booth was super energized with a lot of excitement and visitors!!! Keith Robinson joined us, Walter Day stopped by, Will Wheaton interviewed Joe and the gang to name a few.

As soon as I get caught up, I will be making some updates here in regards to the after party! For those of you who have heard of Mega Ran, he played at our VGHM booth and rocked it with his rap/chiptune 8-bit mix. Cool stuff and there is a good chance he will be coming to CGE!!! Check out his site here http://megaran.com/ I'll catch up with everyone soon. Keep gaming til your thumbs are sore!

Digitpress Jim

digitpress Jim

06-08-2012, 03:25 AM

I am totally game for Domino's pizza and let's face it we are gamers who have had A LOT worse pizza lol. rudy.j.ferretti, if you want to collaborate with me as it gets closer to show time, we HAVE to make sure we order the pizzas and have them hot n ready (sounds dirty I know lol) right as everyone shows up to the after party. Same with the booze as I keep mentioning a thousand times lol, I can't stress enough how important this is. Thanks for the suggestion!

Last time the AFTER party was a blast but this year me being Italian and all let me pickup the pizza PLEASE LOL real pizza cheap too, I can get 16 pies one topping 7.00 each maybe less for the group........... Domino's has come a long way I must say though..........

Adrian

06-19-2012, 04:25 AM

Oh, hi! Adrian here, long-time Atari 2600 collector, infrequent Digital Press poster.

As someone whose career is basically throwing parties -- http://BootieMashup.com if you need credentials -- I'm definitely down to help out however I can. Whether it be DJing mashups of 8-bit and 80s with current and classic pop, or providing expertise in organizing and producing, I'd like to help out. I'm actually taking the weekend off from my "day job" (which is running and DJing a weekly 1000+ Saturday night party in San Francisco, among other cities) to come to CGE instead!

My first thought was that Insert Coin(s) would be an ideal spot for an after-party, but my scouting missions to Vegas recently have shown that that place not only gets super busy (and super annoying) on the weekends, but there's also no incentive for them to host a CGE After-Party, since they get so much business there anyway. So it's probably better to keep it small, for attendees only, and to take over a smaller space, probably in the hotel.

LOVE ianoid's ideas, and think they're spot-on for this sort of event.

Looking forward to CGE!

ianoid

06-20-2012, 03:23 AM

@Adrian

Thanks!

Let's make it the best CGE DP party yet! Music is key. And bright light is the enemy.

RetroGaming Roundup

06-22-2012, 10:19 PM

And we should arm ourselves to the teeth.

skaar

07-02-2012, 05:06 PM

Rrrrrrrum!

MeTmKnice

07-06-2012, 12:51 AM

So, any current details about the after party? Guessing sat night?

digitpress Jim

07-07-2012, 12:10 AM

Hello everyone,

So far the plan is to have the after party per tradition at the Plaza Hotel. One thing we can iron out right now by voting is where in the hotel. Some favor a hotel room while others favor having the after party right on the show floor like we did a previous year. So let's hear it everyone, who would like the after party to be held in a hotel room? And who would like the after party to be held on the show floor? The after party will take place immediately following the auction Saturday night with beer and pizza/food ready right as everyone arrives.

I still plan on reaching out to Insert Coins for some kind of cross promotion or even sponsorship of the after party. Also, I'm currently reviewing this entire Thread to see what everyone has committed to bring and ideas we want to incorporate. Once I have all this noted, I'll make a post here for everyone to leave their feedback in regards to what is the final plans are for the after party. Thanks everyone! This after party is going to kick some major ass! Like Contra, that's how kick ass!

Digitpress Jim

RetroGaming Roundup

07-07-2012, 12:39 AM

Scott and Socal vote for the show floor, it has the games and gear!
@DPjim, shooting you a PM re; Insert Coins

MeTmKnice

07-09-2012, 06:42 PM

I say show floor as well. Maybe start a poll here, or another thread?

digitpress Jim

07-10-2012, 02:34 AM

Thanks Scott! I replied to your message!

Scott and Socal vote for the show floor, it has the games and gear!
@DPjim, shooting you a PM re; Insert Coins

digitpress Jim

07-10-2012, 02:36 AM

Let's start the Poll here to save forum space. However, if I don't see a lot of response to the Poll here then I will create a new Thread for the poll for more exposure. So far the show floor is winning! Let's keep those votes coming in. Thanks everyone!

I say show floor as well. Maybe start a poll here, or another thread?

ianoid

07-10-2012, 03:08 AM

Vs show floor as it's unfair to the vendors for security and too big and bright a space, not good for party atmosphere. Needs to be dark with multiplayer games.

MeTmKnice

07-10-2012, 07:15 PM

Vs show floor as it's unfair to the vendors for security and too big and bright a space, not good for party atmosphere. Needs to be dark with multiplayer games.

Not sure how big these hotel rooms are, but unless it's held in a decent size suite/multiple rooms close then I do not see how lots of people are going to fit in a single room comfortably. Is there another room/area in the hotel this could be done?

Lady Jaye

07-11-2012, 02:02 PM

I'd vote room/suite -- in 2005, that's what we did and it was big enough and intimate enough to feel like a home party. on the other hand, if we're a lot of people, maybe it'd be better on the show room, but in an area that would be separated from the vendors (for instance, whichever room is used for the keynotes)?

Sothy

07-14-2012, 06:50 AM

I vote show floor. In a room we would probably have security called.

skaar

07-17-2012, 09:29 PM

Show floor had access to arcade machines during party last time. That was greatness.

SegaAges

07-19-2012, 12:08 AM

I will be honest, if it is in a room/suite, I won't be bringing my rock band setup. I can still bring my 360 for some classic gaming (I have a bunch of classic games through live). It would just seem like a massive hassle to lug all that shit around and then put it into a hotel room

ianoid

07-19-2012, 03:12 AM

A couple of CGEs ago it was in a room overlooking the show floor, but not a hotel room or the show floor.

Frankly I think the party on the show floor previously was not a success. It was nice to play some games, but no matter how many people you have at the part, a giant brightly lit area of the show floor will never seem like a party. I remember a few gatherings of people chatting, a few people gaming, and a lot of people sticking their heads in and leaving. Plus the show floor presents security issues for the vendors.

I would say a large room, not a hotel room, would best. I know it may not be feasible, but it is something to aim for.

98PaceCar

07-19-2012, 10:21 AM

Plus the show floor presents security issues for the vendors.

This. If you are going to put vendor's items at risk of being stolen, at a minumum, you need to contact all of them and make sure that they know a party is going to be held so that they can plan to pack up everything and take it with them when they are done for the day. I suspect more than a few won't be too pleased with this possibility.

buzz_n64

07-20-2012, 12:23 AM

A room would make it seem more like an actual party, and allow people to loosen up more.

ianoid

07-20-2012, 03:21 AM

A room would make it seem more like an actual party, and allow people to loosen up more.

Hotel rooms not enough space, too enclosed.

I support a non-hotel (non sleeping type) room in the hotel, something like 1000+ sq ft of open space, with many tables, multiplayer console setups with chairs and multiplayer games, rock band (3 mics, full band with someone's song library would be awesome- I could bring my library and RB3), loud music, low light, food, BYOB or supplied booze with optional contribution. BYOB safer for having minors around, perhaps less liability. Perhaps even some activities, like elimination Chu Chu Rocket rounds or Mario Kart rounds.

digitpress Jim

07-20-2012, 06:55 PM

Hey everyone,

Thanks for providing your feedback! You all have very valid points and no matter were we have the after party there will be pros and cons sadly! Lady Jaye made a great suggestion about having the after party in a separate room like the Keynote room. I believe, we usually have the auction in the Keynote room so we wouldn't have ample time to get the after party started right away following the auction. I will confirm this though and see what spacious rooms we have to work with. Hell we could probably even use the Swap Meet room and roll in some TVs to get our Rockband and party on! Keep the suggestions coming, we are nearing a final decision for the after party location in the hotel. Thanks everyone!

ianoid

07-21-2012, 03:21 AM

The keynote room sounds great for a party. I bet we could get something going in less than 20 min if we are prepared to transform. And if you want more people, you could announce after the auction 'party here in 20 min'. people could go get their refreshments, take a piss and come back.

I hope we can get some non ceiling lighting going! Think dance club dark. We should try to get a checklist of what systems and games (With the right number of controllers) we should have at the party. Like:

TG16 with tap and 4 controllers and Bomberman
Dreamcast with 4 controllers and Chu Chu Rocket and SF Rush 2049 (combat modes are fun!)
Super NES with tap and 4 controllers and Mario Kart

etc

Hey everyone,

Thanks for providing your feedback! You all have very valid points and no matter were we have the after party there will be pros and cons sadly! Lady Jaye made a great suggestion about having the after party in a separate room like the Keynote room. I believe, we usually have the auction in the Keynote room so we wouldn't have ample time to get the after party started right away following the auction. I will confirm this though and see what spacious rooms we have to work with. Hell we could probably even use the Swap Meet room and roll in some TVs to get our Rockband and party on! Keep the suggestions coming, we are nearing a final decision for the after party location in the hotel. Thanks everyone!

Sothy

07-21-2012, 09:33 PM

That cge party with that balcony room overlooking the show floor was badass but no idea is that kinda setup exists at the Station.

RetroGaming Roundup

07-22-2012, 07:38 AM

There is no balcony at the Plaza.

digitpress Jim

07-23-2012, 01:52 AM

Hey everyone,

Quick update!

I touched based with Joe in regards to the side rooms that we can use for the after party, we have to confirm with John which room we can use but one thing is for certain at this point, we will NOT be hosting the after party on the show floor. It worked on a whim in the past and having the arcade machines nearby is awesome but now with having a separate room like say possibly the keynote room, it will be a lot more personable like years past in a room or suite and we will have the space. Hang in there everyone, I will have the final location of the after party here soon!

ianoid I like your suggestion and it could very well work out great!!!

RetroGaming Roundup

07-23-2012, 08:44 PM

I would like to table the idea of grabbing a hand cart and bringing down some arcade cabs, Pat and or Lonnie and us can do that.

digitpress Jim

07-24-2012, 12:03 AM

Hey everyone,

Just a heads up! The After Party at this point will be held in a spacious suite at the Plaza. I'm going to call the hotel tomorrow to make arrangements. This is not set in stone yet and I have to confirm the availability of a suite for the Saturday night After Party but just thought I would plant a seed since there is a good chance we'll be in a suite this year.

digitpress Jim

07-24-2012, 11:04 PM

Hey everyone,

So it's official the CGE 2K12 After Party will be held in a suite this year! I called the Plaza today and made the reservation. I know a lot of your where really digging the show floor idea or an off set room but for practical reasons a suite will be awesome and we are going to party like it is 1985!!! And dammit, I better hear some Depeche Mode playing ;) So at this point I'm going to make a post here shortly in which I'll need those who are listed to confirm if they are still bringing what they listed to the after party. No doubt, the biggest emphasis will be on food and beer readily available right as everyone shows up. Thanks everyone for your comments and suggestions!

SegaAges

07-24-2012, 11:53 PM

digitpress Jim

07-25-2012, 12:57 AM

The suite I have reserved for us is just below the penthouse suite (which was all reserved). Our suite features the following:

-Over 800 square feet
-Living room/dining room
-Two Bedrooms with one queen bed in each
-Adjoining Parlor room with sofa, chairs, wet bar, etc.
-a full bathroom and their is a half bathroom in the living room area.
-32 Inch TVs

skaar

07-25-2012, 01:27 AM

So... my first condo.

Sounds like a party.

buzz_n64

07-25-2012, 01:32 AM

digitpress Jim

07-25-2012, 02:04 AM

Nope nothing special like that, just sign up at the Digital Press booth, contribute $5.00 to get in and your golden! Just remember if you don't pay $5.00 during the sign up, it will be $15.00 at the door to get in. We look forward to seeing you their, it's gonna be one hell of a party!!!!!

Will be there! :D Will there be a secret hand shake, special knock on the door, or password to utter to enter the room? :)

Adrian

07-26-2012, 04:44 AM

Glad to hear the locale is neither the show floor or a small hotel room... a suite sounds perfect.

Once question: Music? Obviously, bringing in a DJ rig is out of the question, but I could whip up an iPod playlist or provide mix CDs, etc.

Or if music is a total non-issue (what with gaming and chatting going on) that's no big deal, either.

Either way, looking forward to the after-party!

- Adrian

digitpress Jim

07-27-2012, 02:37 AM

Hey Adrian,

Your totally our DJ for the after party! With your vast experience in throwing parties, I trust you to provide some kick ass entertainment. I really dig the 8-bit chiptune remix we talked about before. Thanks for being part of our after party! I'm open to any ideas you have or how ever you want to set up the party for music.

Glad to hear the locale is neither the show floor or a small hotel room... a suite sounds perfect.

Once question: Music? Obviously, bringing in a DJ rig is out of the question, but I could whip up an iPod playlist or provide mix CDs, etc.

Or if music is a total non-issue (what with gaming and chatting going on) that's no big deal, either.

Either way, looking forward to the after-party!

- Adrian

ianoid

07-27-2012, 03:31 AM

Music is definitely a must. Take away the music and you have a get together, not a party. I vote for very loud but not too loud.

This is coming together nicely!

Adrian

07-27-2012, 04:39 PM

It being a hotel suite, and not a big room, there is no real point in lugging in a sound system (and besides, the hotel would probably balk at that anyway).

However, I'm assuming there's got to be an in-room stereo, right? iPod player, CD player, something like that right?

What I'm thinking is that I can program a custom "CGE After-Party" playlist that can run on auto-pilot on an iPod for ... um... how many hours?

It would be a mix of 80s/90s mashups, 8-bit covers, chiptune pop, etc.

Taking requests NOW!

digitpress Jim

07-30-2012, 02:46 AM

Alrighty everyone so I've went back through this forum and wanted to confirm who is bringing what. Below you will see your name and what you have offered to contribute, I just need to know if you are still down to bring the below mentioned. If I have missed anyone and you are willing to bring something, please let me know! Now is the time to finalize as much as we can.

SegaAges:

-healthy supply of party games for 360 and also have a Kinect.

-Rockband Setup (2 guitars, a drum set, microphone, hopefully keytar and my 360)

-purchase roughly 10 songs

rudy j. ferretti 1979:

-I can get 16 pies one topping 7.00 each maybe less for the group........... Domino's has come a long way I must say though.

Adrian:

-an in-room stereo, right? iPod player, CD player, something like that right?

-I can program a custom "CGE After-Party" playlist that can run on auto-pilot on an iPod for ... um... how many hours? Adrian plan on 5 to 7 hours of music.

-It would be a mix of 80s/90s mashups, 8-bit covers, chiptune pop, etc.

Here is what we still need from volunteers:

-Does anybody have an ipod player, CD Player, etc that Adrian can use to run music?
-We want Dark room party lighting, not overhead lighting. Can anyone bring more disco/party type lighting?
-Ample supply of nibble food. Anyone down to bring Potato chips, Cheetos, etc. for everyone to munch on?
-Can anyone bring a Karaoke machine with CD+Gs? Otherwise we can use Rockband or if anyone wants to bring their laptop, we can Youtube Karaoke, just need figure out how to set up the microphone.

Things to keep in mind:

-While I would love to have a LOUD party, we might have to keep it a little quite just to not get compliments and have the party crashed.
-We are not supposed to have outside food or alcohol but you can bet your ass that we are going to =D We just need to be extra conscious that we keep it concealed until we get inside the suite.
-Come to the Digital Press booth to sign up and donate $5.00. If you just show up at the front door of the After Party, the donation will be $15.00.

Thanks everyone!

digitpress Jim

07-30-2012, 02:47 AM

This sounds epic!!! I encourage everything you have mentioned. Plan on 5 to 7 hours of music. Thanks!

It being a hotel suite, and not a big room, there is no real point in lugging in a sound system (and besides, the hotel would probably balk at that anyway).

However, I'm assuming there's got to be an in-room stereo, right? iPod player, CD player, something like that right?

What I'm thinking is that I can program a custom "CGE After-Party" playlist that can run on auto-pilot on an iPod for ... um... how many hours?

It would be a mix of 80s/90s mashups, 8-bit covers, chiptune pop, etc.

Taking requests NOW!

98PaceCar

07-30-2012, 10:56 AM

ianoid

07-31-2012, 03:09 AM

I would favor party music, but not topical music. I don't think trying to pander to this crowd is necessary. If you often mix for regular parties, don't stray too far from what you know. That being said, you may want to mix it up, don't stick to one era or type of eccentric music. I wouldn't even favor video game or chiptune music extraordinarily, much as I like chiptune stuff. Although there are fans of that style at the show, most collectors and classic gamers don't have very unusual taste in music. If you have to lean any direction, I would lean 80s-early 90s.

If I'm over informing and you are like some superstar DJ/music guy who totally knows his shit, then beg my pardon

It being a hotel suite, and not a big room, there is no real point in lugging in a sound system (and besides, the hotel would probably balk at that anyway).

However, I'm assuming there's got to be an in-room stereo, right? iPod player, CD player, something like that right?

What I'm thinking is that I can program a custom "CGE After-Party" playlist that can run on auto-pilot on an iPod for ... um... how many hours?

It would be a mix of 80s/90s mashups, 8-bit covers, chiptune pop, etc.

Taking requests NOW!

j_factor

07-31-2012, 02:02 PM

If I'm over informing and you are like some superstar DJ/music guy who totally knows his shit, then beg my pardon

I've been to clubs where he DJ'ed, and I can say, he's pretty good. :)

buzz_n64

07-31-2012, 02:36 PM

So, what's the status on the booze? I read that a wet bar is at the suite, does that also mean booze will also be already in the room at a premium price, or ready for booze to be brought in? If there's a near by place within walking distance that sells cheap beer, I could possibly bring some. Just don't rely on me for the drinks.

ianoid

08-01-2012, 03:12 AM

I'm a horrible beer and booze snob. If there aren't quality mixers and liquor (like not SUPER cheap stuff), I just won't drink. I'm happy to buy some, it's just hard to find a liquor store close enough to the plaza that isn't super sketchy. The neighborhood outside of Fremont St has been pretty nasty in the past, and that's considering I'm a jaded city dweller.

I would like to see water (quantity with cups ok, may be cheaper, less wasteful) and non-alcoholic drinks. And we need enough cooler space and ice to keep it cold. A suite probably will have limited fridge space.

I'll pitch in on beer as long as I can get 3 or 4 cold ones out of it.

Consider also not blowing the pizza budget outright. Could save some for pies later in the night (at 11 or 12).

Super excited for a curated music selection by an experienced DJ!

Blitzwing256

08-01-2012, 08:00 PM

I'm a local and will definately be there for the party, I can bring chips and what not, i'm going to be at the show early, is there a place i can drop off any food supplies so i don't have to lug them around the actual show?

digitpress Jim

08-02-2012, 03:07 AM

-For the booze I need to know if anyone is willing to donate some extra money for it? I'm down for taking alcohol requests too, just let us know at the digital press booth when you sign up!

-It is super important that I have someone who knows the area that can pick up the booze and it is most important that the booze is ready as everyone shows up for the after party. Same with the food.

This is the most important aspect of the after party which will avoid a major problem that happened in the past. Everything else will fall into place at the after party especially Adrian DJing. At this point, I don't know who is still bringing what that they mentioned previously unless I see them confirm here. So I wish I had a more concert answer for all the entertainment at the after party.

Again most important is If anybody here can please commit to the above, that would be much appreciated!

digitpress Jim

08-02-2012, 03:09 AM

Fantastic! Thank you Blitzwing for bringing the nibble food, it will no doubt be a big hit =) Please send me a private message and I will give you my phone number so you can me and I can let you into the suite where the after party will be held. Thanks again!

I'm a local and will definately be there for the party, I can bring chips and what not, i'm going to be at the show early, is there a place i can drop off any food supplies so i don't have to lug them around the actual show?

dave2236

08-02-2012, 03:56 AM

This reminds me of years ago when it was at the Riviera in 2007. Chris Chandler and I borrowed Larry Anderson's SUV to go to the liquor store and bought $400 in booze for the night. The cashier thought we were nuts, but we had less than a case left on Sunday morning if I remember correctly.

That was a good party.

Sothy

08-02-2012, 04:44 AM

Any chance there is a balcony or something for those of us damaging our lungs AND liver?

driph

08-03-2012, 06:05 PM

I'm a horrible beer and booze snob. If there aren't quality mixers and liquor (like not SUPER cheap stuff), I just won't drink. I'm happy to buy some, it's just hard to find a liquor store close enough to the plaza that isn't super sketchy. The neighborhood outside of Fremont St has been pretty nasty in the past, and that's considering I'm a jaded city dweller.

On Fremont St under the screen, there are at least two places that sell bottled liquor/beer to take up to the suite.

And don't be afraid of walking around Fremont East... the bar scene is really hopping now, and it's a very safe these days in the active area near Las Vegas Blvd.

skaar

08-03-2012, 10:16 PM

There's a huge souvenir place on a corner on the way to/from the strip (near whatever is left of the Sahara. Some good prices there, we are just going to stop somewhere on the cab ride from the airport ourselves. Generally cabbies are good about knowing where to buy cheap liquor.

buzz_n64

08-04-2012, 01:30 AM

skaar

08-04-2012, 01:55 AM

Lee's Discount Liquor. That's all you need to know.

Will go with that.

SegaAges

08-05-2012, 04:58 PM

I have decided against bringing rock band for multiple reasons. Knowing that Adrian will be dj'ing helps confirm that it may not be a good idea to bring it all with me. I do, however, plan on bringing my 360 anyway. I have a crap load of classic games (mostly Sega games, but also a few like tron, simpsons, xmen, ninja turtles). If there are any other games from live that are classic that you guys think would be fun to play, let me know and I can purchase them before CGE. Also, I only have 3 controllers, so if anybody wants to bring a 4th controller with them, that would be awesome.