Monday, February 8, 2016

DONT ASK DONT TELL: WILD SIDE w/ Guest DJs Clickbait x A. Campbell Payne

 
Humans like to think that humans arent animals.

"No, no, no! How could something small and fluffy like a rabbit have ANYTHING in common with myself?"

Well I could tell you at least ONE thing we have in common with rabbits...

But in all seriousness, human beings are just animals that have larger brains. Ya know? So we can use them to make cell phones and build sky scrapers and tanks that kill each other! ....you can also see that just because we have biiiiggggerrr brains doesnt mean we ACUTALLY know how to use them. We just think we do. But have you ever really thought on a daily basis what your thoughts are composed of? Try it! Its hilarious. And very ANIMAL.

So lets show some love for our own animal nature and celebrate the multitude of amazing lifeforms that are walking, flying and are currently swiming around this planet!

This is gonna be a big 'un for dressing up, people.
We're talking kigurumi realness. We're talking furries. We're talking fluffy tails. We're talking facepaint. YOU GET IT. But you also get that its gonna be so, so cute.

So why not some cute guest DJs to go with the cuuute theme?

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DJ CLICKBAIT
anti social, gender ambiguous, space royalty
www.facebook.com/djclickbait
www.soundcloud.com/djclickbait
First time spinning at DADT!

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A. CAMPBELL PAYNE
Audiovisual artist and performer based in Boston, MA. Work meditates on chance, pattern, the mundane, and the transcendental.
http://music.acampbellpayne.com/#_=_
https://soundcloud.com/acampbellpayne#_=_
Also first time spinning at DADT!

Plus resident DJ/MC
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COLBY DRASHER
Very close to primal.
Has hard time distinguishing between himself and other things.


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After already being informed of what some of the drag acts will entail i should warn you... it may get very animal if you know what i mean. Potentially even disgusting. But of course DADT loves that.... shit.

Featuring!
BELLE BOTTOMS
SHAM PAYNE
RAQUEL SUPREEZE
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Legends and queens new to the DADT STAGE!
Complete lineup to come!

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Wild projections and photography by Nick Day!
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WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE.
DADT: WILD SIDE
21+
10 BUCKS
10pm-2am
"ALL ARE WELCOME WHO WELCOME ALL"
PLAY NICE
https://www.facebook.com/events/1554520294865427/
www.pleasedontaskdonttell.blogspot.com
www.greatscottrock.com

Friday, January 8, 2016

DONT ASK DONT TELL: 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY


5 years of love. 5 years of music. 5 years of acceptance. 5 years of drag. 5 years of dance. 5 years of art. 5 years of DADT.

Yes, it has been 5 years since the inception of DADT in January of 2011... and we are as sassy as ever. Being a safe space for anyone and everyone who seeks something more out of their nightlife scene. Something alternative. Something bold.

We have played host to numerous musicians from Mykki Blanco, Le1f, Pansy Division to locals like Hunnie Bunnies and The Fagettes. We have changed the drag scene offering a different take on what drag is. Blurring the lines between just a lip sync and full throttle performance art. Winning 8 awards from local press ranging from Best Gay Night to Best Dance Party in the city DADT is proud to still be going strong- Thanks to you!

So for this 5 year anniversary we are bringing you a real treat!

*******Guest DJ's*******

IAN DIVER
OG DADT DJ
https://soundcloud.com/djdiver

DJ DAYGLOW (Pink Noise)
https://soundcloud.com/djdayglow

VAEPORS
https://soundcloud.com/vaepors

and of course resident DJ/MC COLBY DRASHER

PLUS

!!!!!SOME OF THE BIGGEST HITTERS IN DRAG!!!!!

FENA BARBITAL
COMPLETE DESTRUCTION
IVY DRIPPE
and performing under the same roof for the first time in 3 years...

DIEYMENTIA BLACKWOOD
+
SEVERITY STONE!!!

Video + Photography by the same sweetheart who has been doing it for 5 years straight- NICK DAY!

ANNND
for the first time ever we will be broadcasing LIVE on the internet for the whole world to see! *link to come*

Dont forget DADT is a space for expression! Our 5 year is NO exception so come out as wild and bold as possible! This is a celebration of our community! We love you all so very much! Invite your friends! Invite your grandma!

ALL ARE WELCOME WHO WELCOME ALL
DADT
21+

https://www.facebook.com/events/1000769409969204/

Monday, November 23, 2015

DONT ASK DONT TELL: MASQUERADE w/ live music by BLKBX and DJs SHIMODA, LYCHEE, and DRASHER

" And so we don our masks,
to pay homage to the night. "

Oh, sweet mystery.

Come wearing your own mask. Simple or complex.
Some masks will be provided.
The lure of a stranger is more enticing when you can only see their eyes.

:::: special guest DJ sets by ::::

LYCHEE
Author of Earmilk's Night Rumours column by day, Lychee thrives most as DJ and dancer after 3 am, seeking out the darkest basement beats to welcome the brightest sunrises.

www.mixcloud.com/notalyce
www.facebook.com/lycheefrut

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SHIMODA
Resident of Gayhead Mansion. (CVLT)

www.soundcloud.com/shimoda

:::: Live musical performance by ::::

BLKBX
BLKBX has been described as casting a type of “neo-soul alchemy” whilst performing, consequently leading him to be dubbed as a contender for “best kept secret” in Boston’s music scene. BLKBX has opened up for Doldrums, Moon King, and has shared the stage with Mal Devisa and Ruby Rose Fox on several occasions. In 2014 he performed at Boston’s first ever Illuminus new media arts festival, while also receiving a nomination for Artist of the Year on the New England Deli blog. Subsequently, HUBweek Boston also featured BLKBX as one of “Boston’s change makers” on their website.

www.blkbx.me
www.soundcloud.com/blkbx

:::: Resident DJ set by ::::

COLBY DRASHER
MC / Witch

www.soundcloud.com/colbydrasher
www.blogspot.com/djcolbydrasher

^^^^^^^^^^ !!!! DRAG SHOW !!!! ^^^^^^^^^^^^
============FEATURING=============


IVY DRIPPE

EMPHYSEMA MENTHOL ONE HUNDREDS

QYA CRISTAL


(((((VISUALS AND PHOTOS BY NICK DAY))))))

Come see why The Boston Music Awards nominated us for BEST DANCE PARTY IN BOSTON for the 2nd year in a row!

ALL ARE WELCOME WHO WELCOME ALL
Play nice

21+
10 single bills.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1144562372239924/

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

DONT ASK DONT TELL: CLB KDS feat DJs DAYGLOW / MELIZARDS / MSG / plus a LIVE SET by w00dy

The club kid scene of the 90's was a glorious and monstrous thing.

It was your most lavish fantasy or your most twisted nightmare.

It inspired thousands to explore their creativity and identity.

It was inclusive.

Just one week before Halloween, DADT is going to pay homage to the club kid scene by throwing a rave! Thats right... There will be black lights and crazy props... but mooooreover- we are gonna bring in the talent!!!

With an ALL female performance roster of DJ's and performers to flip the heavily male occupied club scene on its HEAD.

3 DJs.
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DAYGLOW
Pizza and Pixels Priestess.
www.soundcloud.com/djdayglow

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MELIZARDS
Queen of the acid rave. BOS/NYC
www.soundcloud.com/melizards

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MSG
House. Electronica. Boss. #Discwoman
(https://soundcloud.com/discwomanboston/dwboston-mix-005-msg)

1 MUSICIAN
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w00dy
Experimental tribal goddess

(w00dy.bandcamp.com)

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A Drag Show!
With a heavy if not entirely bio queen line up! (TBA)

COSTUME CONTEST
There has to be a costume contest because club kids are ALL about them. It will be decided by a panel of judges. So if you dont have all your buddies with you, DO NOT worry! It will not be based on how many homies you bring to scream. It will be based on IF ITS GOOD. AKA

-unique
-creative
-well executed

Winner gets free entry for all of 2016! That's a 12 DADTs!!!

Photographer and Video Artist: Nick Day
Host and MC: Colby Drasher
*Colby will not be spinning this event in honor of an all female lineup

DADT: CLB KDS
Show up. Turn up.
21+
10 one dollar bills.
10-2
All are welcome who welcome all.

Thursday, August 20, 2015

DONT ASK DONT TELL: BLACK LIVES MATTER






BLACK LIVES MATTER

Don't Ask Don't Tell has always been a social and political party. The name itself arises out of the destruction of the DADT military policy back in January of 2011. We pride ourselves on respect, inclusion, and love. Three unwavering principles that when you walk through the doors of Great Scott you feel right away.

Atrocious events of discrimination have been on the rise over the past few years, and they have begun to demand our attention. This disrespect towards the black community is unacceptable and truly destructive to our nation as a whole. The injustices must be rectified.

So what can we do to help?

This DADT will accomplish three things.

1. raise awareness

2. raise money for the Black Youth Project (more information below regarding this non profit)

3. celebrate and enjoy the talents of some of Boston's best black performers


The night will be soaring high as all three DJs take to the floor with their unique styles and selections!

BLK. ADONIS
Blk. Adonis has made a name for himself in the music world. With hits featured in Interview magazine, he has a national presence and is a force to be reckoned with behind the decks. He is
Genre: Kunq
Attitude, style and sex. That's Blk. Adonis.
www.soundcloud.com/blk-adonis

RAQ CITY
Hailing all the way from the tropical Kingston, Jamaica Raq City is all about that #Bass, #Grime-y #Dance music... Drum and Bass, UK garage,Deep House, Jungle, Dirty Dutch, Trap, Dancehall, Hip Hop, Funk, Soul, Throwbacks, Juke, Moomba, Zouk, and more…
She's a goddamn sweet heart and will easily win your hearts over.
www.soundcloud.com/partyraq

THE MIXTRESS
Straight out of Oistins, Barbados The Mixtress is ALL over Boston working her magic. Summer is the perfect time to hear her spin because her riddims are on fire. SOCA and reggae meets top forty and hip hop- sure to get you sweaty.
www.soundcloud.com/djmixtress

Resident DJ Colby Drasher will not be performing for the first time in honor of a completely black lineup.


DRAG SHOW!
Our performers this month are three of Boston's most ambitious queens. Each with their own flair and talents, but all with a passion to push limits of entertainment and art. Please put your hands together and get your dollar bills out for:

SEVERITY STONE
The longest running continuous performer of DADT Severity is edgy, funny and raw. Her alternative approach has most recently landed her the winning title of Salem's Scream Queen this past Halloween.

QYA CRISTAL
With energy and charisma to spare, Qya explodes on the stage as a true diva does. With enrapturing performances of popular hits she is always a crowd favorite. Glamour, MAMA. Think gold and diamonds.

EMPHYSEMA MENTHOL ONE HUNDREDS
Probably one of the most innovative queens DADT has ever hosted. Emphysema gives you the unexpected. Having performed as everything from a horrifying angler fish to splashing around in a mud bath throwing it everywhere you won't be able to take your aways off the stage.


Our resident VJ Nick Day will be paying tribute to black culture with historical clips, influential movies, and music videos woven together to bring a visual experience to the night.

A portion of the remaining proceeds will the donated to the Black Youth Project. For more information on this social organization for the empowerment of black youth and their families please visit: www.blackyouthproject.com/about

Lets all come together and celebrate the black community for all the incredible gifts they have given this country and the world.
Lets be positive about the future and not accept injustice.
Lets make sure everyone knows that we believe BLACK LIVES MATTER

DADT
ALL ARE WELCOME WHO WELCOME ALL
Great Scott
10-2
21+
10 Dollars

https://www.facebook.com/events/1603524526578254

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

DONT ASK DONT TELL: WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER


The only widely released movie to exhibit ONLY a gay sex scene since Bearback Mountain!

The only movie with Amy Poehler, Janeane Garofolo, Micheal Ian Black, Michael Showalter, Paul rudd, bradley cooper, Molly Shannon, Christopher Malony oh my god the list goes on and on i dont even care about spelling their names right im so excited!

The only summer camp themed dance party in town where im pretty sure im gonna set up a tent right on the great scott dance stage.

*cue canned breaking glass sound*

OH MY GOD WERE DOING IT
WE'RE ACTUALLY DOING IT
Of course we are doing this theme. Not only because Wet Hot American Summer is one of the funniest movies evvveeerrrr... but because they are relaunching it this month into a brand new show!

Helping you get HEATED UP with her Summer vibez we've got...

SPECIAL GUEST DJ MS LOTUS!!!!
https://www.facebook.com/msdjlotus
https://soundcloud.com/msdjlotus

She will be taking you into town... even if its just for an hour. Or two!

By her side will be resident DJ Colby Drasher teaching you "the way".

A Drag Show as intimate as a fireside chat! Come with ones. Put them where it counts. The girls work!

Bug Juice on the drink list.

Nick day on the Summer film projections.

And what the hell lets give away a copy of the movie to the person who really goes all the way with a look.

DADT: W.H.A.S.
21+
10bux

All Are Welcome Who Welcome All

https://www.facebook.com/events/384253495103031/

Thursday, June 11, 2015

DONT ASK DONT TELL: PANSY DIVISION


You're a punk. Im a punk. Lets be punks together.

DADT is all about shattering boundaries and expectations. We are the alternative to mainstream gay culture and intend to keep it that way. So when the legendary punk rock band Pansy Division came to us and wanted to play DADT, what did we say? HELL YES.

Here is a lil background on the band:

PANSY DIVISION blew the closet doors open when they began performing in 1991 in San Francisco. There have been gay musicians hidden throughout rock music history, but Pansy Division were the first to be so boldly open about it. Founded by guitarist/singer Jon Ginoli and soon joined by bassist/vocalist Chris Freeman, with the intent of forming a gay rock band. Raised on a diet of 60s pop and 70s punk, their sound was suitably crunchy and catchy as hell. They wrote in-your-face lyrics, but did it with a sense of humor. Not only did their music and stance defy stereotypic norms of rock musicians being openly gay, they also broke gay cultural stereotypes that rock wouldn't interest gay people.

So what does all this mean?
It means tear out those ripped jeans and that leather jacket cuz its time to fist pump! OI OI!

DADT resident DJ Colby Drasher will be on the 1 and 2's delivering club gold laced with rock anthems! Expect a grimy and filthy selection of jams.

Our drag game will be strong as usual this month. If you missed last months drag show you missed ONE HELL OF A TIME. Only to be outdone this event of course by our seasoned queens.

In house photographer Nick Day will be synthesizing your souls with his camera and projecting amplified rock realness across the walls of Great Scott with his VJ skills.

ALL ARE WELCOME WHO WELCOME ALL
DADT: PANSY DIVISION
6/27
10 Bux
Doors 9pm -2am

https://www.facebook.com/events/430440017137137