A summer concert series. The Arvada Center provides.

Nobody in Particular Presents (NIPP) is producing the Arvada Center’s fourth annual Summer Stage series, running from June through mid-September. Bands range from multi-lingual symphonies to Grammy winning blues musicians to New Orleans swamp pop and Zydeco to good old fashion rock n’ roll. Big names like Pink Martini, John Hiatt, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Robert Cray, Asleep at the Wheel, BeauSoleil, and Los Lonely Boys will be performing in the KBCO 97.3 sponsored series.

The shows are held in the 1600 seat outdoor amphitheater, located at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Ticket prices range from $20-$70, depending on your seating preference (covered or lawn). All shows start at 7:30pm.

In addition, the Arvada Center’s CenterFest lineup has a more highbrow schedule of events. Swing bands, jazz, symphonies, ballets, Mozart tributes, wind ensembles, brass, and Celtic music all summer long. They literally have it all. Don’t miss out.

Check out the full lineup and calendar of events for the Summer Stage and CenterFest here.

Allison Cohn loves gold spray paint and nonsense. She also has a very difficult time sitting still and keeping quiet. She can often be found dancing like a fool when she isn’t hiding out in her mountain lair or gallivanting around the globe.

No, I don’t remember that either.

I came of age in the 90s. In fourth grade we learned about the Dewey Decimal System for looking up books at the library with a card catalog (that’s paper, people). Even at the tender age of eleven, I remember thinking, “Good God — this is more irrelevant than long division.” Back then we had a single Mac per classroom. I used to record TV movies onto VHS tapes. I had an enormous alphabetized collection.

In middle school, my friends and I got pagers (which my Hoosier husband thinks is weird) and we’d go to the mall and page each other and then make calls from payphones (which my Hoosier husband thinks are a catalyst for AIDS). My dad and I would stay up late picking out songs to download on Blubster; we’d go to sleep and wake up the next morning excited to see which ones actually downloaded.

In college, half the communication I had with my ex was through AIM chat. We all had dumb phones and took notebooks and pens to class and read books made out of paper. One of my cousins bought me a MP3 Player, and I didn’t really get it.

That brings us to present day. Up until about two weeks ago, “present day” represented the time period in which I was literally consumed by my iPhone. Every man is an island – that should be Apple’s slogan.

I’d compulsively check Gmail and Twitter and The ‘Book from my (very) smart phone. I’d read on the Kindle App. I never got lost thanks to MapQuest.

Then my whole world was rocked when my iPhone shattered and I subsequently lost the broken phone, which meant I couldn’t get a new one under my AppleCare plan.

Then, in the weeks that followed, my whole world was REALLY rocked when I realized my life – my relationship with my husband, in particular – is better without an iPhone. When Ben talks about his job I am forced to listen now. I get curious and ask questions like, ”Has your job always been this boring?”

At night we cuddle and talk now instead of reading about other people’s lives.

We’ve had fun navigating some of the inconveniences associated with one partner lacking a cellular device. Like, for example, there was this note I left for Ben one morning:

(Ben responded on the note with his own comment. When prodded, he asked, “Oh, does writing on paper not work them same way as a text message?”)

Another day we went to the pediatrician’s office together. When arranging to have Ben drop the kids and me off then park and meet us inside of the giant Kaiser building, this conversation happened:

Ben: “What if I can’t find you guys? How will we communicate?”

Me: “I’ll do smoke signals. Look for smoke.”

Ben: “What kind? SOS?”

Me: “Who cares? I’ll be the only one doing them because everyone else has a smart phone. And I’m sure they’ll send a fire truck to put out the fire I start, so look for that too.”

I hate to sound like your Great Aunt Bee, but maybe rock ‘n roll records, which led to the development of cassette tapes and all the other technology, really were the devil. I’m not saying we should all destroy our cell phones then send pictures of our middle fingers to Apple. That’s crazy talk. (Or is it?)

I’m just saying life still happens without an iPhone, so maybe we should all take turns turning our iPhones off for a few hours at a time. Let’s start now and go in alphabetical order by favorite pet’s middle name, because that’s the only way I can think of that makes any sense.

Jamie Siebrase is a Denver-based freelance writer. Aside from sharing her satirical impressions of relationships and marriage here, she also writes a parenting column for the Washington Park Profile and contributes to several consumer magazines. For more musings on relationships and parenting, visit Spilled Milk.

STATUS: Highbrow

WHAT:  “Whisky 101: What kind of whisk(e)y are you?” Hosted by Dabble

Is it me or is whiskey becoming the new drink au courant? Last year the Moscow Mule ruled with vodka as King. I am noticing now more than ever the rise of the “Old-Fashioned,” “Manhattan,” and “Side Car” at my favorite local bars, both the trendy and hole-in-the-wall. I can’t say I am a fan of the stout brown liquid. To me, it tastes like rubbing alcohol smells. I am quite sure I’m getting the eye-roll from the more sophisticated pallets of our 303 readers for that blasphemy. I have partaken rarely in a shot of Jameson, my capitulation to peer pressure or to achieve a quick means to an end. However, there is something intriguing about the recent uptick in popularity.  Was I missing something? Was there more to this beverage than meets the eye? As if on cue, sent from the alcohol Gods, I received an invite to attend “Whisky 101: What kind of whisk(e)y are you?” hosted by Dabble.

Dabble, a startup business recently introduced to the Denver market, offers unique one time classes. They furnish a charming mix of both highbrow and lowbrow experiences, including recent offerings such as “Cannabis Homegrown 101,” “Tour de French Wine,” and “Startup 101.” There is truly something for everyone depending on your fancy or vice. I was apprehensive about my first real foray into whiskey, but I must say I was quite surprised.

The attendees of the class were an eclectic mix of hipsters, grandpas, couples and like me your average whiskey neophyte. “Whiskey 101” was taught (excellently I might add) by Mistral Wine Company sommelier and consultant Ashley Vaughters. Ashley introduced us to the world of whiskey with a detailed account of its origins and production techniques. We started our tasting journey in Scotland with Johnny Walker Black, one of the smoothest types of scotch ever made; due to its blends I’m told. We continued our Scottish tour of hooch with a very unique single malt scotch called Bruichladdich. The taste was more brutish than the Walker Black. About as subtle as a flying mallet, but due to excellent descriptors from Ashley, I truly was able to taste the honey and nutmeg notes. Who knew whiskey had any notes besides fire?

For the last part of the evening, we moved to American made whiskeys with their rich history steeped in prohibition era and by the end of the night we had tasted single malt, blended scotch, irish, rye, bourbon and tennessee straight (I had a most difficult time getting up). Although I am still no whiskey aficionado, I am able to have a deeper appreciation for the mechanics, taste and history of the beverage. I was so enthused with my new found education we decided to continue whiskey sipping at Stranahan’s Distillery for yes the ever so popular “Manhattan.” I sipped and smiled smugly as I imagined all of the complex notes I tasted. “Here’s to good old whiskey.  May those who use it, never abuse it.”

I highly recommend you Dabble in something different. Check out some of Dabble’s other unique classes below.  

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Jillian Rincione is a Denver native engaged in a passionate love affair with the arts. When she’s not traipsing about for her public relations job, she’s sampling everything The D-town culture scene has to offer. She loves amusements of all kinds. Turn her on to some jillian@303magazine.com

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Boxy bags are a hot commodity in the fashion world right now. And as we move in to summer, they are the perfect sidekick to any outfit. Somehow the summer seems to enliven the free spirit in all of us—whizzing from event to event without a care in world, except for our desire to be fashionable.

But as we prance from the pool to a picnic to an engagement shower, what’s a girl to do? Prep for it all and enjoy the ride. And these boxy bags are just the way to hide the day’s necessities under a chic, leather façade.

There are currently a number of styles that are ‘trendy’ as far as handbags and clutches go. And most oscillate—uncommitted—to any particular style. The boxy bag is quite the opposite. Masculine in its rigid seems and precisely structured body the bag becomes a statement piece. Femininity in fashion is associated with softness. And while the structure of this bag is anything but ‘soft,’ made of luscious leathers these bags feel like they could melt between your fingers.

Balenciaga Papier A3

For anyone who fell in love with the leather mini-backpack, the oversized boho bag or anything other big, luxury bag in the past twenty years, then cursing said luxury bag is something you know well. Like Mary Poppins, pulling random odds and ends out of your bag that you didn’t know were in there. But unlike Mary Poppins, seeming to never materialize exactly what it is you were looking for in the first place.

It’s a known fact—purses eat lipstick. And change. And business cards. But the stylish boxy purse is exactly that—a box. There are no hidden linings, hidden pockets, or illusive little bends in the leather that hide everything. They’re simple.

So grab a boxy bag if you haven’t already! Throw you clothing, swimsuit, lipsticks, jewelry and perfume in there for later and enjoy the day. Not only can you carry all of those things for an on-the-go change, but you will always be able find what you are looking for. Finally, the first style of purse that I would actually recommend as functional and truly fashionable!

Check out this look on Pinterest!

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It truly was the best year yet! The weather was perfect the music was awe inspiring and the views were breathtaking. Mike Peters, who just went through chemo last week, kicked off the morning and lead the charge up the trails. Miles Zuniga of Fastball shook the leaves off the Aspens in a grove along the trail. Cy Curnin performed with a backdrop of snow covered mountain tops. An emotional Brien McVernon and Jeff Brinkman honored their family members whom they both lost to cancer along with so many participants who have suffered the same loss. Brett Dennen blew everyone away at the summit as tears flowed by hikers who were greeted at the trail end with commemorative necklaces. Hikers celebrated milestones like Jen Garner who was 3 years post stem cell transplant and had clean scans just days before the event. The entire weekend ended on a high note with the artists taking the stage with the kids of School of Rock and a surprise performance at the finale concert by Big Country. -Shannon Foley Henn, Executive Director: Love Hope Strength

2013 was yet again another successful year at Love Hope Strength‘s Vail Rocks with over 400 hikers and over $100,000 in funds raised. People from all over Colorado gathered for a beautiful hike, great music, and a cause worthy of it all.

Schomp MINI represented at the event along with their spray-painted MINI Cooper, which was created at the People’s Fair earlier this month. They also had a MINI dedicated to “Get on the List,” a mobile campaign that comes to concerts, events and Vail Rocks, looking for Peripheral Blood Stem Cell and Bone Marrow donations.

303 caught with Love Hope Strength’s Executive Director, Shannon Foley Henn, to show you the numbers and hear about this year’s impact.

303 Magazine: Congratulations on the 100K raised. What will the money go towards?

Shannon Foley Henn: Our mission of saving lives, one concert at a time. We will expand our GET ON THE LIST campaign and add more concerts and festivals to our summer line up of marrow drives. We are talking with lots of bands about upcoming summer tours in which we can register more narrow donors. We will also use funds for our global programs such as the Love, Hope and Strength cancer wards in Tanzania. Each year we fund the salaries of 2 doctors to care for the hundreds of children who pass through the cancer centers doors.

303: Is there a stand-out memory from this year’s Vail Rocks?

SFH: We had a couple who met on last years Vail Rocks hike get engaged at the top of the mountain in front of our entire Love Hope Strength family of supporters. This foundation has changed lives in so many ways.

303: What can the public do now that Vail Rocks has ended for the summer?

SFH: A handful of Vail Rocks shirts are leftover and will be available in our store later this week. All of the proceeds benefit our mission. And of course they can GET ON THE LIST to become a marrow donor right on our website atwww.lovehopestrength.org.

303: When is the next event?

SFH: Our next fundraising event is a festival at sea called Rombello. Over 30 bands will set sail aboard a Norwegian Cruiseline on November 1 with Michael Franti, G Love, Donavon Frankenreiter and many more. A portion of the proceeds of the entire cruise benefits LHS and we will be getting people. ON THE LIST throughout the cruise. Go to our website to learn more. The cabins are already filling up so we encourage people to act fast.

303: Anything else you’d like to add?

SFH: We want to say thank you to the 400 participants who brought their heart and souls up the hill. We came together for a common reason far too many of us have been touched by, cancer. We bonded through laughter and tears and, of course, music. We supported each other up the trail, cried as we honored those we have lost and cheered as we celebrated those who have won the battle. Like so many who have fought this terrible disease, we conquered the mountain together, one step at a time. Their belief in our mission and fundraising support will literally save lives this year.That is a promise.

Lindsay is 303 Magazine’s Managing Editor. She’s a California native who loves leather bags, killer heels and a bright shade of long-lasting lipstick.  She’s always on the lookout for a great guy in skinny jeans, but puts her independence and writing first, traveling to some of the best hotspots in Denver and all over the world looking for a good lede.

Contact me: lindsay@303magazine.com

I have discovered a few bottles of wine that are a must for your next picnic!  Red wine seems to get a bad reputation in the summer months, but the right red wine will launch your BBQ to new heights.  Remember to serve them at the correct temperature to really revel in all the wine has to offer.  I typically chill my reds for about 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator if my house is exceptionally warm, or before I take them to enjoy outdoors.

The wines that I am raving about all come from Italy and Portugal, both very warm wine growing regions.

Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi Nipozzano Riserva Chianti DOCG

Chianti has always been considered one of Italy’s most versatile and affordable wines to pair with food or savor on its own.   This wine has 91 points in Wine Spectator and is the perfect choice for foodies.  It pairs beautifully with BBQ’d meat, beefy stews, and aged cheeses. Full-bodied and luxurious, this superbly made Chianti contains floral notes with hints of dried plum and raspberry that entice the senses. $19

Luce della Vite Lucente IGT
Lucente  is the perfect balance of Merlot (75%) and Sangiovese (25%) with dark, fruity notes that showcase the perfect Italian expression of these two varietals when paired together. There is a lot of berry on the nose and the palate, with herbaceous aromas of mint and sage.  It has some great structure that can stand up to the grilled meats common in the summer. $29

Because I had to throw a white wine into the mix.  This crisp wine from Portugal is a gorgeous wine that begs for the foods of summer.

Kopke Douro D.O.C. White 2011

It has an intoxicating aromatic expression.  White fruit, citrus, and tons of minerality.  It is a very balanced wine and has high acid with a long finish.  I would eat almost anything savory with this wine.  It could stand against cheeses, grilled fish, grilled vegetables, and salad.  I love a wine with the minerality that this has in abundance! $16

Doural I.G.Regional Duriense Red 2010

Deep ruby color with violet rim. It is bright and fruity on the nose with a hint of spice.  Cherry on the palate with a great balance and acid.  This wine would be excellent with red meat, roasted fish, and cheese.  The quality of this wine is a steal at only $9!

Pack these wines in your cooler to enjoy creekside after a long hike.  I love summer wine drinking!  And it feels good to have red wines in my rotation to accompany food from the grill.  Italy and Portugal have you covered!

What:

Where: LoHi at 2501 16th Street

Don’t Miss: Try one (or more) of their 42 beers on tap while sitting on their rooftop patio. Also don’t miss their pig roast on July 16^th.

I have something to admit to you: I’m a fraud. I am not a Denverite. I’m not even from Colorado. I actually come to you as a Chicagoan who has lived in Boulder for the past 6 years. I am literally writing from the huge desk that is crammed into my tiny garden level apartment, stuffed between my closet that’s spilling with shoes and bags. I am so tolerant to this lifestyle that my boyfriend’s paraglider has found a permanent spot on our guest bed…HGTV would not be impressed.

But that’s all about to change! By the end of June we will be moved into our spacious three-bedroom house in the Highlands area. I will be reunited with the city life that I was accustomed to while growing up near Chicago (GO BLACKHAWKS). I am so excited to explore everything that Denver has to offer, especially the restaurant scene since I consider eating and drinking to be my two most important forms of relaxation.

My boyfriend on the other hand is not as ready for the city life. He is a Colorado native and the outdoorsy type of guy who would rather brew his own beer than go to a fancy restaurant and spend $15 on a martini. I thought I would ease him into the city life by slowly introducing him to Denver via all the wonderful food and booze that the city has to offer. ‘Table for Two’ will chronicle our endeavor as we transition from the Boulder hippie life (kale cupcakes, anyone?) to the Denver high life that I’ve been longing for.

I chose the Ale House at Amato’s in LoHI as our first outing because a longtime friend  recommended it.  We decided to go on a Thursday evening. He got to the restaurant in his typical after-work uniform of a flannel shirt and jeans and we did not look out of place. Turns out it was right up his alley and the perfect place for our “first date” in Denver. If you are looking for a casual dating spot that doesn’t compromise quality, The Ale House is your new abode.

The Ale House is the restaurant child of Breckenridge Brewery. While the Breck logo is prominent throughout the space, The Ale House still maintains its own identity as a great local spot. We were seated upstairs on their rooftop patio that looks over the city across I-25 from downtown. After a long day at work, we were both looking for a drink. Luckily, their beer menu boasts 25 local breweries so I opted for the Breckenridge Agave Wheat. My guy got the Dry Dock Hefeweizen. Had we not had to drive home to Boulder, we would have definitely tried more. Not a beer drinker? They also house a creative wine and cocktail menu – something to ease the dating jitters (just don’t overdo it – no one wants their first date to be reminiscent of a spring break trip to Cabo).

We started out with the ale brushed pretzels. Served with agave ginger mustard, cholula jalapeno cream cheese and house made berry jam, there was enough spicy and sweet flavor to satisfy any and all cravings. My boyfriend announced loudly that he was going to “get weird with it” and try all three sauces at once. He then proceeded to create a saucy pretzel concoction and shove it into my face to try. Not something I would recommend for a first date to all of the guys out there, but to each their own.

Mike Arminio, The Ale House’s Bar Manager, recommended the Mile High Burger. It’s a patron favorite on their menu and ordered on the regular, and we could see why. Another awesome combination of spicy and sweet, the beer steamed beef patty is topped with duck bacon (yeah, you read that right), jalapeño goat cheese, caramelized pomegranate arils and onion strings. That and the side of perfectly crispy fries, and my boyfriend was sold. We also weren’t covered in grease after finishing – a great plus.

I ordered the Blackened Cobb Salad. Now wait, don’t judge me. I’m not the girl who orders a salad at every meal and I don’t think I’ve ever ordered one on a first date. Might as well show the guy what he’s in for, am I right? I can however appreciate a good salad from time to time. Especially one that is loaded up with blackened chicken and bacon, mixed with fresh greens, avocado, tomatoes, boiled eggs and truffled blue cheese. This salad was the exact opposite of dainty and was super satisfying and filling.

We may not be a new couple by any means since we’ve basically been living together in a Boulder bomb shelter for the past year. But this was a great first date in Denver and would be a great place for an actual first date if you were looking for a fun and relaxed atmosphere. “We are always looking for the latest trends in beer,” said Arminio, as we sipped our microbrews and watched the cars go by. “There’s always people up here, hanging out. People love drinking outside in Denver.”

Yep, I think we are going to fit right in.

if the makers of natural dog food have anything to say about it, that is. Natural dog food does come in those giant bags we’re used to—just at twice the price.

Somehow though, a 30-pound-bag of dog food feels a whole lot heavier on the shoulders when it costs $60 as opposed to $38.

So why the reason for the bank breaker?

-Natural dog foods will usually list meat as the main ingredient, (chicken, beef, etc.), meaning they used only edible parts of the animal to make the food.

-Non-natural dog foods tend to use a meat by-product, (chicken by-product, etc.) meaning they used the edible parts and inedible parts of the animal, (teeth, nails, etc., yummy), to make the food.

-Natural brands also don’t usually use things like corn or wheat in their food as opposed to non-natural, which can get pretty carb-heavy.

-Non-natural dog foods can also contain chemicals, (like Propylene Glycol, which helps the food hold moisture), whereas natural foods should not.

The pressure to purchase natural dog food is everywhere it seems— TV, pet adoption clinics and pet stores.

Commercials boasting about the benefits of natural food for Fido’s face seem as common as the car insurance ones. Some bad-mouth non-natural kibble, some challenge viewers to compare the food they feed their dogs with the natural brands.

In an email interview, Petco Vice President of Natural Dog Food & Treats, John Sturm, shared his idea on the future of dog food, “The demand for Natural is clearly growing faster than the demand for non-natural. We believe we will only see more and more growth in Natural.”

He did add however, brands that are not technically classified as “natural” may still have a chance—as long as they are science based.

“As innovation in human health accelerates, many of the breakthroughs from that research will also be applied to pets. We have seen some amazing genomic research that is being used to address pet obesity,” Sturm said.

Obviously we want to feed our dogs well. If we eat natural and organic food, why shouldn’t our furry friends get the same opportunity? But, unfortunately that isn’t the only question we face while scanning the options in the dog food aisle. There’s also the issue of whether our wallets can even afford the cost of these high maintenance doggy diets.

Sturm offered some insight, “Generally, better quality foods have more caloric density so customers can feed less per serving.”

Still, it appears not everyone is sold on the natural dog food trend.

“Because Natural food is made with the best ingredients, it costs more than entry level pet foods. There will always be a segment of the population that only shops on price and that will generate demand for non-natural, non-premium food,” Sturm said.

Ladies (and gentlemen), Justin Bieber is coming to town.

The June 30 show at the Pepsi Center was announced last year, and it is now just around the corner. Tickets range from far, far away from the stage to right up close, and can cost you over $1,500.

But thanks to Essence cosmetics, the official sponsor of the ‘Believe’ tour, 303 Magazine is giving away a pair of tickets to the show, along with the opportunity to meet Justin himself with accompanying meet and greet access.

Here’s what to do to enter to win:

Go to our Facebook page

Enter the contest: Monday, June 17 until Thursday, June 20

Winner announced: Friday, June 21 at 10am

Lindsay is 303 Magazine’s Managing Editor. She’s a California native who loves leather bags, killer heels and a bright shade of long-lasting lipstick.  She’s always on the lookout for a great guy in skinny jeans, but puts her independence and writing first, traveling to some of the best hotspots in Denver and all over the world looking for a good lede.

Contact me: lindsay@303magazine.com

Chelsee, lately (img: Ben Lin)

Go-go dancers are like motivational coaches for the dance floor. Even before the majority of inhibitions are lubricated away by booze, go-gos are already going to town on boxes adjacent to the DJ booth. Go-Go Soapbox is a blog designed to highlight individual dancers in different cities. DJs may get paid way more, but go-go dancers have become instrumental to electronic music performance. On the eve of EDC Week in Vegas and its Electronic Daisy Carnival centerpiece, 303 rendezvoused with one of its favorite faces, Los Angeles’ Chelsee Heinrichs.

Stage alias?
My good ol’ fashioned birth certificate edition: Chelsee Heinrichs. Although, someone gave me the rave name of “Miss Bliss” once–does that count?

Earliest dance-related memory?
It’s a tragic one, prepare thyself. After returning home from my very first dance recital at the ripe old age of three, I attempted to relieve myself of my perfectly styled yet entirely immovable hairdo. Obviously a brush wasn’t used, nor were my hands. Instead I said to myself, “Well if I can’t get a brush through my own bangs, who needs ‘em?” *snip snip* And at that very moment, like she had a radar for this sort of thing, my mother burst through the bathroom door sporting a look of horror to find me with a pair of scissors in one hand and my bangs in the other. I’ve sworn to never take scissors to my own head ever again. Wise decision, I think.

Booty camp? Supplementary skills?
I’ve been taking dance classes since I was three, varying in all styles including jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, modern, African, baton and drill. I was also on my High School Dance Team and taught dance at the studio I competed for just before moving to L.A.

Starving Skeleton (img: Jean Renard)

Extraordinary assets?
My badonk? That’s not a real word is it? My legs aren’t half bad either. Alright, steering away from the physical now in order to not look like a shallow bimbo. People say I’m funny. That could be the result of a very low comedic bar, though. I’d like to think that’s not that case. Or maybe the whole, “Aw, at least she tried,” type of funny. Let’s just say I’m hilarious. And I ramble. Hi.

Most titillating outfits?
One of my favorite outfits of all time was the Starving Skeletons from Insomniac’s Escape from Wonderland 2012. I’ve always had a huge addiction to fashion and that broken doll/editorial look, so rocking that glamorized malnutrition get-up was right up my alley. Plus, who doesn’t love vogueing bones?

Wardrobe malfunctions?
My wig has flown off. Clean off my head. The real kicker is that we ran out of wig caps that night so we had to use stockings instead. So I, Chelsee Heinrichs, was left standing there in full costume, full makeup and a single stocking gripping onto my noggin for dear life (unlike my stupid hairpiece). If that doesn’t test your confidence as a performer, I don’t know what will.

Most memorable onstage (or offstage) moment?
There are a plethora of incredible moments that have gone down on Insomniac stages. The most electrifying, however, are the ones when your group of dancers are all on the same page. Not only the same page, but word. Sometimes even syllable. When the music has a hold, for example, and your entire group sticks a strong pose or when there’s a drop and everyone hits it right on cue. I have girls that I absolutely love dancing with because I can simply flash them a look from the other side of the stage and they know exactly what to do. Being that connected with someone gives you even more confidence to put on a great show for the thousands and thousands in front of us.

img: Sophie Ratzch

Which DJ(s) do you most enjoy cheerleading for?
I’m a glutton for face-melting, earth-rattling bass, so anything that induces major stank face will have me dancing all night. I’d say Bassnectar, Magnetic Man, 12th Planet, Adventure Club, PANTyRAiD, and Excision fall nicely in that category. I’ve also been getting my ratchet on to a lot of Buku, UZ and TNGHT lately. Having said that, I really respect DJs that can make/play whatever they feel is right, despite what everyone thinks they should be playing based on their previous tracks. Skream and Diplo have definitely nailed that ability to cross genre boundaries while still maintaining everyone’s anticipation for the next great installment. I also have a major soft spot for Disclosure (I attended both weekends of Coachella this year just to see their set twice). And finally, BeatauCue has the freshest, danciest tunes that always put a smile on my face. I’m a little all over the place aren’t I? Ah well, monotony is for suckers.

Ink?
On paper only. I’ll be a writer until the day I die.

Piercings?
Earlobes. Exciting.

Turn-ons?
Intelligence. The willingness to learn. Tolerance. Understanding. Patience. Wit. The need to be adventurous. Silliness. An extensive vocabulary has been known to make me weak in the knees as well. But above all, enjoying a good smile.

Lubrication of choice?
Whiskey. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, to be exact.

Schoolgirl or day job?
Did the school thing, now doing the dance thing. One day I’ll do the writing thing and who knows maybe the travel thing. But, rest assured, I will constantly be developing, learning, and growing. And probably drinking.

Best way to stay abreast of upcoming gigs—go-go and otherwise?
Like my fan page at facebook.com/ChelseeHeinrichs, follow my Instagram/Twitter @seenotsea and when you’re really needing a fix, visit my website at ChelseeHeinrichs.com! Or just give me a ring on the telly. If you don’t have my number then refer back to the first few options.

George Peele enjoys dancing on stilts and delivering Custom Singing Telegrams. He is Music Editor for 303 Magazine. Follow Peele on Twitter: @Orangepeelmoses. Avatar image courtesy Jonathan Shoup.