+ New this week on 5chicago.com and housemusicdaily.com:
⇢ Jamie Lewis: The 5 Mag Interview
⇢ What Happened to Gemini? A Spencer Kincy Update
⇢ Music Reviews: Disco Whipped EP
⇢ Blog: Julie McKnight, Running + Limited Partying
⇢ New 5 Magazine Radio Show
⇢ When Playa Hating Goes Too Far
⇢ New Mix Monday: Armando Tribute
⇢ Preview: Armando Tribute @ Betty's
⇢ Kid Sister + Cajmere Interview
⇢ Review: Doc Link "Lifts Me Higher"
⇢ 5 Magazine EBlast: Feb 05 10
⇢ Tortured Soul: "In My Fantasy"
⇢ The Chosen Few DJs: "The Theme"
⇢ Review: Chemars Feelin' Good EP
⇢ 5 Magazine @ WMC 2010
FRIDAY: Maad Soul @ Cuatro

This Friday, February 12 and the 2nd Friday of every month, Maad Soul performs live House Music at Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash, 10pm-2am, free before 10pm, $10 after). More info at cuatro-chicago.com.

Get your gear on at www.spatulacityrecords.com and flapjackrecords.com.
SATURDAY: Frankie Knuckles + Michael Serafini @ SmartBar

This Saturday, February 13, SmartBar (3730 N. Clark) presents a Valentine's Day Soiree with very special guests Frankie Knuckles and Michael Serafini. Ticket information is at etix.com; more information at smartbarchicago.com.
SATURDAY: Valentine's Day Massacre February 13 @ Cuatro

Coming February 13 is the Valentine's Day Massacre @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash, 10pm-2am, $5) with music by DJ FLX, atmosphere by Luiz Lazu and hosted by Czarina from 5 Magazine. Dress to kill! For more info visit cuatro-chicago.com.
SATURDAY: Louie Vega + Anane @ Reddog Saturdays

This Saturday, February 13, Reddog returns to 1958 W. North Avenue featuring this month's 5 Magazine cover story, Louie Vega and Anane alongside Diz. RSVP: rsvp@boomboomroomchicago.com.

Shure SRH440 Headphones on sale from madmanaudio.com.
SUNDAY: CeCe Peniston + Ricky Bradshaw @ Crimson Lounge

Coming Valentine's Day (February 14) is Samesax Valentine @ Crimson Lounge (333 N. Dearborn in the Hotel Sax, doors open at 6pm, $10 after 9pm/$35 for an all inclusive drink package from 6 to 9pm) featuring a live performance by special guest CeCe Peniston and music director Ricky Bradshaw.
SUNDAY: The Sermon @ Betty's Blue Star

Coming Valentine's Day (February 14) and the 2nd Sunday of every month is The Sermon @ Betty's Blue Star (1600 W. Grand, 11pm-4am) featuring DJs Craig Loftis (Grand High Priest) and Dr. U-Love, with free CD giveaways to the first 50 people.
MONDAY: Damian Lazarus @ Boom Boom Room

This Monday, February 15th, Boom Boom Room @ Green Dolphin (2200 N. Ashland, 9pm-4am, $10) welcomes special guest Damian Lazarus and his Rebel Rave Tour with Boom Boom Room residents Diz, Michael Serafini, Just Joey and Uncle Milty. Get listed at rsvp@boomboomroomchicago.com.
Coming February 17: White Boy Wednesday @ SmartBar

Coming next Wednesday, February 17, 5 Magazine presents White Boy Wednesday: A Night of Sexy Blue-Eyed Soul @ SmartBar (3730 N. Clark, 10pm-4am, free) with DJs Rees Urban, Kristopher Muse and David Sabat, with your hostess Czarina from 5 Magazine.

For new and used vinyl, check out our friends at Kstarke Records (1109 N. Western, Chicago).
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