Did you know Lively hadn’t had a party yet? I know. You were thinking that we partied 24/7; just lived here at our office and raged. We do. But we hadn’t invited anyone else in yet. That changed. Two Saturdays ago, we welcomed about 500 of our closest friends, 4 bands, a DJ, drinks, and a lot of amazing, miniature food.
First up was LeRoy Bell & His Only Friends, led by a songwriter who has written for such legends as Elton John, Gladys Knight, The O’Jays, and The Temptations. Most recently he was on The X-Factor. Actually, most recently he was on our stage, and properly owned it.
The party was punctuated by DJ Niros who mixed video with tracks that kept people grooving and eating tiny, delicious finger food until local Young Evils, the fantastic L.A-based Hunter Hunted, and our friends Portugal. The Man took the Lively Lounge stage to bring us all home.
Our CEO, Dean, gave a speech, signed guitars were given away, a blue drink nicknamed “The Birddog” was consumed in a vast quantity, and it was a very very good party.
It was a sign of things to come- of friends and family and colleagues dancing in our space, of bands having the freedom to play loud and fast, and for all of us to put our phones down and be in the moment. Because that moment was epic.
Check out the photo album on Facebook, and keep an eye out for more Lively Lounge events that will pop up on the app. We would also be remiss if we didn’t thank everyone who helped us get this party going. And so here is the full list, all of equal importance:
Green Hammer Construction (Eric, Nick, Baby Zach, Jay, Pat, Josh, and Lucy girl for being the best and sweetest dog EVER!). If you’re building anything, contact these guys, they are amazing. [email protected]
Curt Hare and Point Source Audio
AVL Electric (lighting and trusses)
Ben Verellen and Mike Erdman with Verellen Amps
Stu Patterson with AMPEG(Bass Amps) and Mackie
Gibson
Northwest Sound and Stage
Pacific Studios
Green Apple Catering
Jim Barbaley(Interior design)
British Motor Coach
Red Bull
Anheuser Busch
Vita Coco
F.A.S.T
Sparkle Donkey Tequila
Angels Envy Whiskey