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Matt

I like to keep things interesting so I’m into all kinds of stuff. Sports, Music, Concerts, Festivals, Bars, Friends…Whatever’s going on I’ll probably be interested in it. Right now I’m lovin’ life in SF. Holla at the Bay Area!

Recent Posts by this author

  • 09/23/09

    He's been ranked #1 DJ in the world for two years, won countless awards including Best European DJ at the 2009 IDMA Awards, has 30 million listeners to his radio show and on November 2nd, Armin Van Buuren is coming to SF for one night only.

  • DJ Hero
    09/22/09

    The highly anticipated video game, DJ Hero hits stores on October 27th, but you can play it before anyone else this Thursday, September 24th at 1015 Folsom in SOMA.

  • wet republic labor day weekend
    08/24/09

    Plans for Labor Day? Vegas is where it's at, and Wet Republic is not skimping on the end of summer festivities.

  • green day at mandalay bay
    08/16/09

    After traveling across the US, Green Day is bringing their 21st Century Breakdown tour to Mandalay Bay this Friday with guest Franz Ferdinand.

  • san francisco events
    08/12/09

    This week in SF OM Records throws their 15th anniversary party, the All Good Funk Alliance is bringing, well, the funk to Triple Crown and Green Day makes a stop at the HP Pavilion.

  • Club S Paradise Lounge
    08/05/09

    Skills, the people that bring you ETD Pop, ETD Love, ETD Fright, and the Official LovEvolution After Party is bringing a new weekly party to Paradise Lounge.

  • vegas events
    06/30/09

    Wondering what to do this weekend in Las Vegas? Jay-Z, Kathy Griffin, Holly Madison and Stone Temple Pilots are all hitting up the strip this weekend and so should you.

  • Fly Orbitz to Vegas
    06/30/09

    If you're pining for a trip to Vegas Orbitz has the deal for you, they are offering discounted travel and hotel when you choose to fly Orbitz to Vegas this summer.

  • Krafty Kuts
    06/26/09

    Krafty Kuts, one of the most influential breaks DJ of our time continues to bring it after years in the biz. Check him out at Triple Crown in SF on July 3rd.

  • Las Vegas Events June
    06/23/09

    This week in Vegas Ditch Fridays hosts the Bunny Hunt, Artie Lange will laugh it up at The Joint and the Miss Playboy Club Model Search heats up Sunday.

  • James Zabiela San Francisco
    06/19/09

    One of the world's top DJs James Zabiela returns to SF for a set at 1015 Folsom - home to one of the city's best sound systems. Sounds like a good match to me.

  • All Points West 2009
    06/10/09

    After a hugely successful first year, All Points West returns to Jersey City for three days of musical bliss overlooking the lady liberty.

  • Green Day Tickets
    06/03/09

    Tickets for Green Day are going on sale June 6th (Pre-sales on 6/4) at 10 a.m. for their show at The Forum. Get ready to do those captchas on Ticketmaster and don't wait because the show WILL sell out.

  • Camera Obscura
    05/29/09

    Camera Obscura has been around the Indie Pop scene for a while now. Their new album, 'My Maudlin Career,' is topping charts in the UK and the U.S. as they begin their North America tour.

  • Peaches Los Angeles Event
    05/29/09

    Singer/party girl Peaches brings a new meaning to "Life of the Party." Check out her new album and win tickets to her show on June 7th at the Henry Fonda.

  • The Crystal Method
    05/27/09

    The Crystal Method returns to San Francisco on June 17th. Check out our full interview and sign up to win tickets to their SF show.

  • Outside Lands San Francisco
    05/20/09

    Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival announced additions to the festival's already radtacular lineup. Bay Area represent!

  • Green Day @ Music Box @ Fonda
    05/20/09

    Tickets for Green Day are going on sale TODAY at 5 p.m. for their show at Music Box @ Fonda. Get ready to do those captchas on Ticketmaster and don't wait because the show WILL sell out.

  • Ruby Skye Anniversary Party
    05/18/09

    Ranked one of the top 25 Clubs by DJ Magazine and awarded the "Best Club" award at the 2009 World Club Awards, Ruby Skye is making bold moves for its nine year Anniversary party.

  • Sunset Strip Music Festival 2009
    05/07/09

    The Sunset Strip Music Festival is back this year and it's closing down Sunset to throw a huge outdoor festival and musical experience. The three-day festival will kick off with a tribute to Ozzy: metal will never die!

  • 04/23/09

    The San Francisco International Beer Festival returns to Fort Mason this Saturday. The event features 300 breweries, local restaurants and hundreds of people getting trashed, what's not to love?

  • DJ AM New Resident DJ @ Rain Nightclub Las Vegas
    04/06/09

    Today N9NE Group Las Vegas announced the newest addition to the family of world-class DJ residencies at Rain Nightclub: DJ AM. Yeah, you probably won't want to leave the club until the AM with him on the Friday spot.

  • 03/04/09

    BLVD's been tearing it up lately. After a wild 2008, check out how BLVD plans to continue its success in 2009 and get all the details on their upcoming show at the Great American Music Hall.

  • 03/04/09

    Spundae sure knows how to throw a party. After 16 years – or 832 weekends - of throwing parties in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Vegas, Spundae is celebrating at Ruby Skye with #1 DJ in the world, Armin Van Buuren and Above & Beyond.

  • 02/24/09

    The site of Las Vegas’s most exclusive and outrageous pool party reopens March 13th. Come and get your tan, your gamble and your drink on: poolside at the Hard Rock.

  • Minus 5 Ice Lounge and Lodge
    02/20/09

    Since it's opening in September of last year, Minus 5 Ice Lounge has been making news for being a bar made completely of Ice (think Superman's frozen lair). Now the venue introduces the Lodge. The perfect place to warm up after a cold cocktail.

  • 02/17/09

    The California Academy of Sciences is famous for a lot of things including their Planetarium, Rainforest and even an albino Alligator. But I bet you didn't know they have a pretty killer Nightlife too.

  • 02/05/09

    It's that time of year again. The 16th annual SF Beer Week returns February 6th though the 15th with events all across San Francisco and the entire Bay Area. Here's a list of can't miss events going down in SF.

  • 02/02/09

    A Trak is set to release his new album Infinity +1 April 14th. His scratching and mixing prowess will definitely be talked about on this album. Check out the info and details here.

  • 12/30/08

    With the holiday season in full swing, it's time to start thinking about the biggest party of the year - New Year's Eve! Check out the MetroWize New Year's Eve Party Guide to get info on some of the hottest NYE parties in LA.

  • 12/30/08

    New Year's Eve is the biggest night of the year for San Francisco nightlife. With parties going off all over the city, we're bringing the biggest and best to you.

  • 12/24/08

    The 11th annual SF Indie Fest is coming to San Francisco February 5th through the 19th. Festival passes for screenings, opening night and the opening night after party are on sale now...

  • 12/19/08

    Noise Pop returns to SF for it's 17th Festival from February 24th to March 1st. The Indie Art, Music and Film Festival brings everything you love about the indie world, plus additional events have been added for this year. Read on for details.

  • 12/09/08

    The 2009 festival season is officially in motion. The 7th annual Langerado Festival has moved to Bicentennial Park in Miami and has put together what could be the line up of the year for 2009. Read on for the details...

  • 12/02/08

    It's been a rough year for a lot of people, and now with the holidays it seems money is even harder to keep in your pocket. So what's a guy (or girl) to do when all they want is go out for a drink or ten? We found some spots that'll help.

  • 11/17/08

    Live 105's Not So Silent Night brings huge acts from the alternative scene to San Francisco every December, and this year is no different. But the Pre-party at Mezzanine is going to kick ass too with Vampire Weekend, Cold War Kids and more.

  • 11/12/08

    The Sea of Dreams New Year’s Eve 2009 extravaganza has been unveiled and it’s better than ever. With acts like Thievery Corporation, Bassnectar, and The Mutaytor already on the books, Sea of Dreams is the place to be in SF this NYE.

  • together as one
    11/10/08

    The Los Angeles Sports Arena is the place to be this New Year's Eve with its annual bash, Together As One. Armin Van Buuren is headlining this year's event and will be hitting the decks for a solid 9 hour set.

  • 11/06/08

    Das Boot! SF Bierfest hits The End Up this Saturday and has all the classics: Beirut, Flip Cup, Long Pour, and a Das Boot Chug for the final two teams. Grab your 5 best drinking buddies, pick a nation to represent and start drinking ram's piss.

  • exotic erotic ball 2008
    10/22/08

    A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about a great party, the Exotic Erotic Ball, and its move to Treasure Island. We got a chance to speak with founder Perry Mann yesterday, and he told us something that we didn't know about - a truly sweet deal!

  • los angeles halloween events guide
    10/16/08

    With Halloween just around the corner (and on a Friday...hell yea), it's time to get your plans in order. Check out our Halloween Events Guide for info on all the sick parties going down in LA.

  • san francisco halloween events 2008
    10/14/08

    With Halloween just a couple weeks away, MetroWize has put together a list of all the kick ass parties going down in San Francisco. Whatever your scene, we've got you covered...check it out.

  • etd fright 2008
    10/08/08

    ETD Fright, one of the bay's largest Halloween parties, is back to bring you 7 hours of mayhem and madness on Saturday, November 1st. MetroWize has all the details right here.

  • lovefest 2008 photos
    10/06/08

    LoveFest 2008 was complete mayhem and MetroWize was there, camera in hand, to catch every bit of it. Check out our LoveFest photos here.

  • coachella 2009
    10/06/08

    Goldenvoice has confirmed the dates for its 2009 installment of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. It's never too early to start planning for this kick ass event in the dez bro.

  • outsidelands2.jpg
    08/18/08

    So you get it, Outside Lands is filled with major music acts. There is so much more to this festival though. For a complete guide to the other side of what's happening including Art, Wine, Food, Eco Villages and Batting cages, read on...

  • tattoo.jpg
    08/13/08

    The Body Art Expo is making its annual visit to SF and you need to be there! If you're into tattoos, or not, this event features something for everyone. Check out all the details here...

  • burrito.jpg
    08/05/08

    Eating burritos always has a large risk/reward factor. Few food items can tame even the largest hunger while still being quite tasty, but an ill advised taqueria choice can ruin your day. So where do you go? Read on.

  • 2nd.jpg
    07/29/08

    With its 10th season already underway, 2nd Sunday continues to showcase some of the best talent in House music from around the globe. Now that OM Records has entered the mix, Mission Rock Cafe is the place to be on August 10th.

  • bullitt.jpg
    07/02/08

    Being one of the most influential and beautiful cities in the world, San Francisco has definitely made its share of cameos on the silver screen. So which films made our list of 10 best? Read on...