fishtank productions

REVELRY 2012

2012-09-22T16:27:00.000+08:00

Although weeks have gone since the wicked gathering of the city’s crème de la crème, the exhilaration and force is still tangible, especially when reminiscing through the photos, Facebook posts and the occasional talk of this legendary night. Fishtank Productions and Incognito somehow survived Revelry, which means it’s time for a proper review of last weekend’s celebration. It was… bar none… the most elaborate and extravagant event that Davao’s party crowd has ever been to. The poolside of El Gato was pulsating with a crazy energy from the new clubbers to the seasoned raving veterans and everyone else in between. Whether it was dancing nonstop with your friends, trying to keep up with the free flowing premium drinks (which was a lot!), getting freaky with the neon paints or just standing in awe of the sexy trio, it was clear that revellers got what they came for.

The night kicked off with a set from Davao’s very own DJ Gary. As the night continued on, hundreds of attendees poured into the massive El Gato poolside, with 2 satellite bars, barbeque station (best pork barbeque ever!), body painting booth, VIP areas and more. We have spared no expense in creating a magical and first class experience, which was clear in every detail (and especially in the hours of work we’ve invested in the setup). After bouncing around from table to table, we have to give salute to the people who partied all night and those who jumped into the pool with or without their cellphones – please know that your mobile phone’s death was truly not in vain.

Regardless of what you were up to that night, it was hard to miss the presence of The Zombettes on stage, proving its thriving infiltration into the party scene. DJ Ornusa “Flex” Cadness started the trio’s set with Electro and Dance; progressing to DJ Mia “Miaow” Ayesa who brought the house down with her mix of Hip-Hop, Mash-Up and RnB; to finish the night off, DJ Sanya “SaNinja” Smith was on fire and got wild for her rock and roll set that lasted well into the wee hours. Aside from the camaraderie between the artists, the party was buzzing with energy and excitement (not to mention the booze), resulting in mass amounts of pool diving, booty shaking and offstage shenanigans.

To be honest, we’re surprised we can even remember that much after having been on our feet for almost 48 hours and our visions being completely a blur. Seeing hundreds of partyers with smiles on their faces definitely made the high cost of the night well worth it. As the event came to an end, we couldn’t help but feel like we had witnessed something spiritual, historical, you know, like the beginning of something significant. Okay… fine… it’s not that big of a deal to other people… but Revelry was definitely a moving and momentous experience for all of us that care.

Thank you Davao crowd for partying with us. Special thanks to San Miguel Brewery, Inc., Hennessy Cognac, Belvedere Vodka, Casa Leticia, Pops Resto, Dimsum Diner, Isuzu Davao, Phoenix Petroleum, Globe Telecom, Midtown Printing Co., Inc., Tsuru Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Hanoi Vietnamese Cuisine, Premiere Max, Quality Plaza Inn, Cellar de Oboza, New Orleans Café, Pressure Points Spa, Green Options, Pink and Gold Salon, Bloom Facial & Spa, TBR Concepts, Backyard Burgers, Aqua Minerals, Metro Card Club, G3 Purified Ice, Edge Davao, Mindanao Travel Channel and 105.9 Mix FM.

We’d like to give a shout-out to Mark Limbaga and his team who captured the party’s vibe in both photos and film. With well-timed edits, really mad shots and rad animation melded in throughout the video, it’s a cool recap that makes you want to party! We can’t wait to do it all again!

This has been a massive madness, amazingly immeasurable and hands down a memorable experience – this has been Revelry!

M Magazine's Take on Friday MashUp

2011-10-13T12:54:00.002+08:00

M Magazine's Take on Black Velvet

2011-10-13T12:53:00.000+08:00

Stylish travel with Make Your Own Havaianas

2011-08-17T13:53:00.000+08:00

Every fashionable jetsetter knows that staying stylish while in transit is just as important as getting to one’s destination. A big part of enjoying any trip, whether for leisure or work, has to do with making sure one looks and feels comfortable yet chic for any and every occasion. Comfort and style take the top spots when it comes to dressing appropriately for trips both local and abroad. One has to consider the country's culture and climate – but it doesn't necessarily mean that you have to push your personal style aside for it.

For this year's Make Your Own Havaianas, presented by Ayala Abreeza Mall, the world's favorite flip-flops brand highlights stylish personal travel. Havaianaticos are invited to customize their flip-flops inspired by the world's fashion capitals. From September 9 to 11, beginning 10 a.m. at the Activity Center, Havaianaticos and travel enthusiasts can personalize their very own Havaianas flip-flops by mixing and matching the colors of their soles and straps and then embellishing them with fun and unique pins. This year’s Make Your Own Havaianas offers travel-inspired designs on the MYOH Estampas soles (available in Top and Slim designs) and iconic pins from around the world which are sure to give Havaianaticos and travel buffs their very own trendy travel experience.

Make Your Own Havaianas is your passport to mixing and matching travel-inspired limited edition soles, straps, and pins. Be a jetsetter and a trendsetter at the same time and travel in personalized style with Make Your Own Havaianas 2011, September 9 to 11 at the Abreeza Activity Center, event starts at 10am. Visit www.makeyourownhavaianas.com.ph for more details.

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Black Vevet: The Havaianas Party

2011-08-10T14:25:00.010+08:00

July 9, 2011

When we think of Havaianas, we imagine the beach, the sun and lots of fun filled activities – it’s not dubbed the best rubber flip-flops for nothing. So when Havaianas distributor Marga Nograles met with us and proposed a club event for their brand, we were ecstatic! Because we have to admit, Fishtank Productions is better at dancing and drinking than running around sweating under the sun.

Imagine: black and white ambience, chandelier, disco balls, laser lights, purple highlights and glitters. Cocktails, mash up music, bright lights and games. Not your typical Havaianas event.

The anticipation for this event’s festivities was bubbling in the air from the minute we went inside Marco Polo’s Jade Ballroom… Noel Tanza of Golden Touch is a genius when it comes to transforming a venue – from formal Asian inspired room to just plain fabulous in a matter of hours.

Guests were welcomed by a sumptuous hors d’ oeuvre buffet and overflowing drinks courtesy of Marco Polo.

We set up game booths for the guests to enjoy, the Havaianas Roulette and the Havaianas Shooter. It may be your ordinary carnival games but can you win your favourite flip-flops at the carnival? No siree! So women in high heels and men in long sleeves dared to be kids and spent the night spinning the wheel and tossing balls in a cup. The games were quite a spectacle and gave Las Vegas a run for their money!

On the deck were DJ Nina Saputil and DJ Steal who flew all the way from Manila just hours before the party. We love you guys! Aside from the complete comradeship between the artists, the place was overflowing with energy and excitement, resulting in mass amounts of dancing, flirting and of course, drinking.

As the party came to a close, we couldn’t help but feel like we had witnessed something special. Like Christmas, we know, we know, it’s not the same thing… but Havaianas Black Velvet was definitely an extraordinary experience for all of us – where else can you find women dressed to kill swapping their killer heels for comfortable flip-flops?

The glittering night was filled with fun and fashion, courtesy of the 2011 Havaianas Embellished Collection. Thank you Havaianas Team for making us a part of this event and we can’t wait to do it all again soon!

Party on Davao and let's get tanked!

* photos grabbed from BUNNY SY and HAVAIANAS.

Friday MASHUP

2011-07-12T14:52:00.002+08:00

what’s 3 years old…
outrageous and fun,
parties like a rockstar…
and drinks like a fish ???

Ok fine, so we’re not three years old… but rather, 2 years old. Oh well, you say tomato, we say to-mah-to…

Looking back, you can’t blame us for thinking we’re older… we’ve had some wild nights and this “birthday” party? It’s as crazy as the first one!

On the deck, we had DJ Chester of Manila’s Amber Ultralounge, who not only made the gals dance but also the not-so-musically-inclined-guys. It was mashup at its finest!

Four hours of straight dancing and you’d think the partygoers would willingly go home… but no… STARR had to turn on the lights to bring the message home… its 3am and the mayor says goodbye!

Cheers to everyone! More parties, more booze and a whole lotta luck on love! Hahaha! Yeah, we can’t help but include our own frustrations here…

And so that night the Fishes turned 2…

C_ _ _ y showed his dancing moves…

The dolphin dance was born…

And another epic party under our beer bellies!

Party on Davao and let’s get tanked!

Chronicles of KAWASAKI- Free the Beast Event

2011-06-14T01:12:00.005+08:00

April 29-30

Talk about testosterone overload. This was indeed a fast and sexy weekend...

This year’s National Federation of Motorcycles Club Annual Convention was hosted by Davao’s very own On Any Sunday Riders (OASR) Club. Matina Town Square’s “almost always” deserted parking area was transformed into a colourful and eventful space for 2 days. We’ve seen MTS during its heydays and when it’s the venue of concerts and shows, but we’ve never seen it as it was during the convention.

The Kawasaki Motors Philippines wanted to showcase their commuter and leisure bikes the best way they could – by giving the people a show they wouldn't forget. We built a 216 sq. meter tent, which, by the way, was the best looking tent amongst the bunch *IMO. love your own*, complete with fiberglass standees and tables. If not for the threat of heavy rain, we would have covered the whole tent area with carpet to make it more posh. We had a lounge area for the guest, free tattoo for whoever’s interested and gift packs distributed by hot models.

The show started with a dance number from the Asian Barbies -- who, by the way, made the atmosphere hotter than ever. Next up the Rouser Rockstar Tattoo contest, where local tattoo artists show off their talents by drawing their designs on the spot. Followed by the Vulcan Singing Idol that featured the voices of our much beloved biker enthusiasts. The next one may be the most favoured by the gents, the Ms. Fury Contest where five pre-selected contestants vie for the much coveted title. Temperature rising much?

And who better to end the show and award our winners than Ms. Fury herself, Ms. Katrina Halili. She graced us with two songs and did the honor of revealing Kawasaki’s pride, the Vulcan ZX10R, which is a personal favorite of Kawasaki Philippines' President, Mr. Jin Inoue.

The Ninja ZX-10R, which by Kawasaki’s definition grants the innermost desires of a true Kawasaki biker – that of breaking free and giving in to their wildest animal instincts! Curious? Watch this…

After the program, guests were allowed to wander around the tent and check out the bike displays.

Aside from the much awaited ZX-10R, Kawasaki also displayed six of their most popular bikes. First, we have the Fury 125, one of Kawasaki’s solo ride motorbikes. It’s the first underbone with standard big bike styling – meaning it is designed with the full attitude and feel of a big bike! 125cc engine, 4-stroke Euro II compliant. It has a stylish yet sporty look with its mono-shock. It practically has no need for modifications. Surely the Fury 125 will feed our biker’s passion for road domination!

We also have the Rouser 220. Now, this is the bike that’s built for the bolder man! The Rouser 220 has state of the art features – 220 cc engine displacement, CV Carburetor, digital twin spark ignition, and an oil-cooled engine. It also has lighted handlebar switch, self-cancelling turn signal lamp, side-stand indicator lamp, LCD speedometer, cast wheels, and sports styling muffler. This is truly a machine for rock star bikers who makes their own rules!

On the Leisure Bikes category, we have the Kawasaki Ninja sportbike series. One of two on display is the Ninja 250. Lightweight and agile, the Ninja 250 boasts low ownership costs and is a dominating force in the entry-level sportbike category. Equipped with 250cc engine displacement, with a lightweight twin cylinder engine – which may be small, light, and compact, but its’ 4-valvel head packs maximum power into every rpm. It has 17-inch wheels with UNI-TRAK rear suspension and triple-petal disc brakes.

Then, of course, we also have the Ninja 650. A 650 cc engine displacement, fuel injected twin cylinder performance and a beautiful euro-inspired chassis best describe this monster machine. All these features permit the use of a narrow, lightweight frame that appeal to both beginners and advanced riders.

We also have the KLX-150 – Kawasaki’s bet for owing power, versatility and comfort for off-road biking. It has a 150cc engine displacement, a compact and slim single cylinder engine, and a lightweight perimeter frame with mono-shock. This bike is very easy to manage for beginners, yet also appeals very well to our adventurous off-road experienced bikers.

Last but not least, we have the Vulcan 900, currently the biggest of the bunch. The Vulcan 900 can turn heads with its fusion of classic good looks and unbeatable power. This monster machine is powered with a fuel-injected 903cc V-Twin engine displacement. A massive rear tire, light looking front end accentuated by a thin 21-inch cast wheel and a sculpted body top the Vulcan 900’s standout features. You can ride with cool confidence and comfort atop its low-gunfighter style seat and forward mounted footpegs.

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It was indeed an “overbiked” weekend for the riders! The love for riding brought over 2000 bikers in one venue – truly a passion only a dedicated rider can understand. Hopefully, next year’s National Convention will bring in more numbers and participants. Congratulations to Davao’s Sunday Riders for a job well done!

Thank you to those who visited our tent. To Kawasaki Philippines, EMCOR and Well Ads Agency team… kudos to all of you and know that the fishes has so much fun working with you guys! Cheers!

NOT your typical Valentine's Party

2011-04-12T14:45:00.001+08:00

We love it loud.

Oh god. Valentine’s Day again. It’s the time of the year that single gents and ladies come together to mourn for their statuses and couples celebrate their love. Ugh. Hahaha! Bitter much?

We don’t want hearts and stuff so we stuck to what we know best. Just party.

We had our guests wear their hearts on their sleeves… out of anguish, desperation or just plain playfulness; they displayed their statements for everyone to see… some were trufax, while others, denial… hahaha! Just kidding!

Thanks to facebook we found davao’s newest deejay! Dj Rain just transferred from Manila and is looking for a new crowd to party with. He’s a twenty-something, Chinese-looking cutie who loves to play electro and trance. Goodbye mainstream and hello real music! You gotta love his taste for music… Who knew that this “innocent looking boy next door” can play? Well, we kinda got his style of music from his demo he sent us but he really blew us away at We Love It Loud party. Seriously. Cheers DJ Rain!

Marco Polo team… we heart heart heart you guys! You guys are awe-some! Davao peeps should wait and see what Eagles Bar has in store for us this year!

To old and new friends… kudos to all of you! We know the 2 o’clock curfew and non-smoking regulation suck, but whatever, we make the most of our party time… *and with clean air, no less…* by the way, eagle’s bar really did well with their selections of mixed drinks! Who got wasted on x-rated and dark mojito that night? Raise your glass! Cheers!

Until our next party! Stay tuned and add us on facebook!

Party on Davao and Let’s get tanked!

MAY MINAMAHAL ~ A Valentine Concert

2011-01-25T19:59:00.004+08:00

Love is in the air!

Celebrate love this Valentines with your spouse, your family
and friends, or that special someone in your life, in the company
of three of the most versatile performers in the country today.

A memorable evening of delightful music and entertainment awaits you
as we bring you Hajji and Rachel Alejandro and Karylle - live in Davao City -in “May Minamahal”, a Valentine concert on February 18, 7 PM,
at the Bangko Sentral Convention Center.

“May Minamahal” is a presented by University of Immaculate Conception, in cooperation with the UIC Alumni Association, and with the help of the City of Davao, Midtown Printing, Royal Mandaya Hotel, Viventures Advertising, Cross Brothers Agency and Coca-cola Bottlers Philippines.

Tickets are available at P800, P500 and P300 at the following outlets:
UIC Alumni Office, Fr. Selga St.; SM Dept. Store Customer Service; Midtown Printing, Bonifacio St.; Royal Mandaya Hotel, Palma Gil St.; and Bigby’s Restaurant, F. Torres St. cor. Jacinto Ext.

Make your date with Hajji, Rachel and Karylle on February 18.
Buy your tickets now!

For details, call 221-8090 Local 135. You can also text 0916-324-5236 or 0922-843-6764.

Kawasaki Roadgasmic Event 11.26.10

2010-12-13T21:02:00.003+08:00

A Kawasaki Night

Written by: Dakudao , Michael Angelo E.

Tuesday, 30 November 2010

http://www.mindanaotimes.net/?p=15500

“GONE are the days when big bikes are just for stern-looking males with very manly features wearing black body-hugging shirts and military pants and accessorizing with black sunglasses. Yeah, think Arnold Swarzenneger of Terminator fame.

Nowadays, even women and the not-so macho-looking metrosexuals could ride big bikes—thanks to Kawasaki’s production of Ninja 250R, ER-6f, Vulcan 900, KLX 150 and KSR 110 motorbikes. Definitely, Kawasaki Motors-Philippines is on top of the list when it comes to leisure motorbikes,” said the dapper Mike Sy of Fishtank Productions, the event organizer of the “Kawasaki Roadgasmic Bikers Party 2010” held last November 26 at the Starr, Wheels and More Compound, Obrero Street, Davao City.

“Suit or Brute” was the required dress code, but hey, you’re in Davao so majority of the guests, including Davao’s own version of Hell’s Riders, came attired in their most ravaging brute wear. Yes, even Jan Nunez’s towering and gorgeous Glam Models headed by the fragile-looking Samantha de Leon stood clear of the beer guzzling bike riders. Why, even Mindanao Times’ prim and proper Marilyn Roque felt restrained from mingling with the macho crowd and enjoying the Starr bar’s free flowing alcoholic beverages. The Starr’s sleek interior was transformed into a “Kawasaki Krib” showcasing the latest motorbike models that night.

Kawasaki’s “Roadgasmic Bikers Party” program, which had Mutya ng Davao 2009 Resci Rizada and Manila’s King DJ Logan as emcees, started with a hot dance number from the Lady Assassins. Then the emcees called on Kawasaki Motors Philippines’ General Manager for Sales and Marketing, Teench Doval- Santos, to explain, “Why have a Roadgasm?”

“Why not? Why not surrender to your guilty pleasure once in a while? Why not experience domination on the road? Why not unchain yourselves and let loose until you climax? In the Kingdom of Kawasaki, we celebrate your passion on the road! We want nothing more but for you to experience the exhilarating feeling of surrender, domination, and climax.

Everyone here is in desperate need for a great roadgasm…and that is why tonight, we will unleash the Kawasaki secret on how an utterly satisfying roadgasm is best achieved,” Santos provocatively told the mature crowd. It was then that the new line of Kawasaki leisure bikes was unveiled to the tune of Guns and Roses’ Welcome to the Jungle to the delight of the mature guests.

Kawasaki Motors Philippines’ Brand Marketing Supervisor, the handsome and fit Kris T. Molina, also explained about the Kawasaki Krib as a brand new concept and the only one of its kind in the Philippines. The Krib is the Kawasaki Leisure Bikes showroom which Molina described as a cool place to hang out. Friendly JoeMike del Rosario, Sales Manager for Kawasaki Leisure Bikes, informed the guests that Kawasaki is presently offering a special promo—for every purchase of the Vulcan 900 Custom, clients will receive a 15,000 peso gift check from the Pearl Farm Beach Resort.

That night, Emcor President Celso Villegas, JoeMike del Rosario, and Ruby Macalintal of the Sales and Marketing Administration of Kawasaki Motors Philippines were assigned to draw the three lucky winners of either an Apple iPod Touch or an Apple iPod Shuffle.

The last VIP to be called on stage was the Japanese President and Chairman of the Board of Kawasaki Motors Philippines, Jin Inoue san. Naturally, Inoue san pointed out the advantages of owning a Kawasaki leisure bike. During my brief conversation with him in Japanese, Inoue san said that he has been to Davao a couple of times but never had the chance to go around and visit the City’s tourist spots. He claims liking the place for its cleaner environs and laidback pacing of life as compared to the highly urbanized Manila. “I hope to be able to get around and stay longer in my next visit to Davao,” Inoue san said.

The new Kawasaki motorbikes launched that “roadgasmic” night are more than just good looking. Like their other family members, the new motorbike models are “generated by power-plants that pull cleanly around town; and out-accelerate anything else in their class out on the highways, where torque rules the road.” The quality and the design of the new Kawasaki motorbikes will definitely give pride to their aspiring owners.

Now, if only we have more law-abiding bike riders in the City. Perhaps, Kawasaki should offer seminars touching on traffic rules and regulations to the bikers for everyone’s safety.

It was grueling, heart stopping and pure hard work… but the Roadgasmic experience was well worth it! Congratulations to the Kawasaki Team! Thanks to Mr. Kris Molina and to Mr. Erl Dionisio! Of course, to the riders who came and partied with us, kudos to all of you! To Mr. Michael Dakudao, Mr. Kenneth Ong, Mr. Jon Develos and Mr. Ian Garcia, thanks for the support! Until next time guys! Party on!

HSBC 135 RUN

2010-12-13T19:01:00.001+08:00

From Bunny Sy of HSBC Davao's page...

November 6 marks a very important milestone in the history of HSBC . It is the bank's 135th year anniversary in the Philippines. In honoring this, a Fun Run was organized to celebrate the occassion . This Fun Run is aligned to HSBC's brand values wherein we are connected to our customers, to our community and to each other.

Proceeds of this activity will ALL go to the SOS children in Davao to help them get a better education. The kids supported the event by leading the doxology and presented a very nice tribal dance number. They danced inspite of the rain. What a true performers indeed!

Looking back, we organized this activity without anyone in the team having a Fun Run experience . On top of this, we were working on a tight budget and challenged by many. Armed with guts and fighting spirit, we all worked together and made this event a success!

We are overwhelmed by the support of our customers and friends...Umulan man o bumagyo! What a unique way to celebrate HSBC's birthday! Many many thanks to all!

CREDITS :

Kenneth and Honey Sai, for the technical support. The best in town!
Fishtank Productions, for coordinating this event from Media to the overall set
up...great job fishes!
Rudolph Alama and Bappy Rivera for taking the photos...awesome shots!
Dyan Teh of Blue Fairy, for making very nice balloon pillars...
Dimsum Diner, for filling our tummies...
Greg and Ina Limpin, for cooling our drinks...
Summit Water, for quenching ourthirst.

'Til the next run, folks!

HEROES and VILLAINS: A Spooktacular Trick or Drink Party

2010-12-13T18:42:00.001+08:00

Get ready to SCREAM!

Like any great movie, the essentials that make for a smashin’ event are easy: “a good concept, interesting characters, good soundtrack, creative wardrobe a little suspense, a little action, a little sex and a happy ending.” On the 30th of October, Marco Polo Davao and Fishtank Productions gave Davaoenos HEROES and VILLAINS: A Spooktacular Trick or Drink Party!

On the deck were DJ/Model NINA SAPUTIL (Manila's most Alluring and Hottest DJ) and DJ STEAL, who with their years of experience and effortlessly moving between genres, stake their claim on RNB and HIPHOP, while simultaneously pushing the limits of MASHUP.

Hero or Villain? Which one are you?

Party on and let’s get tanked!

HEROES AND VILLAINS: Treat or Drink at the Eagles Bar (Oct. 30, 2010)

2010-10-21T12:15:00.003+08:00

This 30th of October, Marco Polo Davao and Fishtank Productions present

HEROES and VILLAINS: A Spooktacular Trick or Drink Party!
On the deck will be DJ/Model NINA SAPUTIL (Manila's most Alluring and Hottest DJ) and DJ STEAL, who with their years of experience and effortlessly moving between genres, stake their claim on RNB and HIPHOP, while simultaneously pushing the limits of MASHUP.

DJ Nina plays regularly plays at The Keg on wednesdays, at ICON Ultimateclub on thursdays, White Ave on friday and Izakaya on saturdays; featured in Etc’s PROJECT RUNWAY Finale/Party and Nestle’s NESTEA FIT; she’s seen on TV Commercials for McDonalds, Coca Cola, GLobe Telecom, Stresstab, etc., Print Ads for BodyShop, Coca Cola, etc. and QTVs Station ID.

Yes, boys… she.is.HOT. Enuf said.

DJ STEAL GIGS:

Wednesday – The KEG (Fort Strip)

Thursdays - ICON (Intercon Makati)

Fridays – BUREAU (A-Venue Makati)

Saturdays – IZAKAYA (Greenbelt)

**PLDT Watchpad Events/Tour

Tickets are P300 each with 2 (two) FREE beers. We only have limited number of tickets, for reservations please call (0933) 636.2913 or email us at fishtankproductions09@gmail.com.

BUY 1 TAKE 1 on all BEERS and other selected drinks ALL NIGHT!!!

Ghoulish goodies await the MOST ORIGINAL, best COUPLE/TANDEM and best GROUP costumes.

Hero or Villain? Which are you going to be?

See y’all on October 30, Saturday, 8PM at Eagles Bar, Marco Polo Davao!

Let’s all bring back Davao's exciting nightlife! Party on and let’s get tanked!

DJ Surf in the House: Kadayawan Kick-off Party

2010-08-17T19:45:00.008+08:00

http://www.mindanaotimes.net/?p=12647August 14, 2010

Why throw a party when:

1. It’s been raining like crazy for the past few weeks… the weather here’s like Michael Jackson’s gender – it’s unpredictable.

2. Davao Party Scene is officially in the history books as the loser-city-with-2-am-curfew. We.Just.Don’t.Get.The.Point.

3. A bomb exploded in one of the malls here and an IED (what’s this?) was found planted at the airport -- JUST A DRILL, thank you party god.

Any sensible event organizer would think twice before throwing a party. Well, Fishtank Productions never claimed sanity; we might be sober at times but we are never sane. Aaaand… we want to bring back DJ Surf of Hey Jude Boracay!

Thanks to Chevrolet for making this event possible. * Also, big thanks to I Love Salon, Ranch & Reef, M Magazine and MixFM for the support. Cheers!

As always, DJ Torch was impeccable. He’s definitely the best deejay in Davao!

DJ Surf got a rockstar welcome – a bunch of girls screaming and some chanting, “Take it off!” for his set at Metro Lounge. He’s far from the conventional deejay just toiling unnoticed in a booth – Surf moves with his music and parties with the crowd. This is his 3rd time here so he knows dabawenyos well… he knew to inject in just enough mainstream to make even the most dance-impaired clubgoer move to his beats *coughbiebercough*. Davao loves you Surf!

There were a lot of new faces – mostly of young girls. Hmmm, we wonder if the hawtness that is DJ Surf is responsible.

Hahaha! Who are we kidding?! Of course he is!

Nosebleed! United Colors of Benetton! We have friends who went home for the kadayawan! This event should have been aptly titled THE REUNION… hallmark moments with longtime friends… friendship + alcohol = emo. Special shout out to FG Wong, who took the bus from CDO and back just to party with us, and to the DOG SQUAD, who were right on time!

More pictures by ~~How-How~~ ~~Howie~~ Wacky Masbad :-) Thanks to Mr. Ian Garcia and Ms. Bunny Sy for the fab photos...

To all the thirsty fishes who came, who were seen and who conquered the party scene… kudos to all of you! To the party casualties *you know who you are*… just keep on partying! We promise you, THEIR TIME WILL COME… hahaha! *fingers crossed*

Party on Davao and let’s get tanked!

*special thanks to the Mindanao times- Sept.1,2010

PLEASE DONT STOP THE MUSIC!

Written by: Garcia , Ian C.

Thursday, 02 September 2010

THE CITY was one big party address during the recent Kadayawan weekend. Davao’s entertainment enclaves were packed with party people from all over the archipelago. Whether they were watching the shows of the country’s top bands at Damosa Gateway, Rizal Promenade, Rizal Park, or Matina Town Square, or flaunting their terpsichorean prowess on the dance floors of Club 183, Metro Lounge, Zigudu, Guru or Hybrid, they all have one thing in mind: to have an unforgettable Kadayawan party.
Thankfully, this year’s Kadayawan gave us the kind of party we all wanted and expected wholesome, relentless fun, and the revelry was even extended to a few hours before sunup (yes!).
One crowd-puller that got the festival parties started was the Kadayawan Kick-Off Party at Metro Lounge featuring DJ Surf of Hey Jude Bar, Bora (perennially shirtless, by choice and by demand). This is DJ Surf’s nth comeback to the city where he is well-loved by the party pips (all of his previous parties were certified SRO).

Presented by FishTank Productions in partnership with Chevrolet Cruze, Ranch & Reef, I love Salon, Mix FM and M (Life & Living in Mindanao) Magazine, the event treated guests with buy1, take-1 promo on all beers, which gave more booze, er, boost to the energy of the party. Besides DJ Surfs repertoire, the event also showcased the addictive house music of our very own DJ Torch that got everybody on their feet all night long.
Capping the party-ful Kadayawan celebration was the Marlboro/Philip Morris Party also at the Metro Lounge where the city’s select party set let their hair hang down in the festivals THE party of the weekend. With out-of-town/country based Dabawenyos - and their guests - back in Davao for the annual fiesta, the party became a homecoming of sorts, which made the night even more fun and memorable.
Speaking of memorable, DJ Torch also celebrated his birthday that night. Together with good friend DJ Gary, they spun the best house music of this era (or was I only one reminiscing the music of Liquid that night?). Our pal Mikey Aportadera joined the deejays on the deck as he hosted the by-invitation-only event (hugs and kisses to Patricia Joven for the invite).
Changing gears, there’s a tittle-tattle that one of our favorite dance clubs has already retired from the metros party scene. It is said to be reinventing itself into a more quiet F&B outlet. We will surely miss that one. The good news, however, is that a new posh dance club is set to open very soon. Just stare at the night sky night and you will know what I’m talking about (*wink!*) . Indeed, when God closes a lounge, he opens a bigger dance floor. We haven’t got tired of dancing yet.

2ND Speed City : 1/8 Mile NIGHT DRAG RACE

2010-08-15T18:31:00.000+08:00

Clueless: Saturday Night Club Classics

2010-08-15T18:10:00.000+08:00

Remember 1999? The early days of house music?

Feeling nostalgic?

Fast forward to 2010 … to the latest club anthems!

Party on Davao and let's get tanked!

EDGE DAVAO: Confessions of a Partyphile - Sunset sessions MONDAY, 14 JUNE 2010 by Zhaun Ortega

2010-06-18T11:40:00.001+08:00

Confessions of a Partyphile - Sunset sessions

MONDAY, 14 JUNE 2010 00:00

by Zhaun Ortega

THIS Summer has seen it’s share of drama in Partylandia as some of our most favored bars and watering holes have closed down. Plus, the strict implementation of the 2 AM liquor ban left partyphiles, well, sober. And everyone knows a night around town without getting wasted is a night wasted. So I was glad to know that my favorite event-organizers decided to throw a sunset party. The concept was simple, really. If we cannot drink until the wee hours of the morning, then we must start earlier. And that was exactly what Fashtank Productions gave us as they threw the only sunset party this year.

Sunset Sessions seemed promising, and it lived up to that promise. Much can be said about that party and how great it was, but I will give you the reasons why I thought it was the hottest party this Summer.

First of all, it was held at Villa de Mercedes. As everyone knows, this is the first event at VDM wherein everybody was invited (you need to be a member to enjoy their amenities). And although VDM was miles and miles away (I paid the cab driver 300 to bring me there, plus he complained the whole way) it was definitely worth the travel. In fact, this party looked like it could have been a screen shot from a movie or a really sexy television series (think, Sex and the City or the new 90210). It was nice to see partyphiles dancing on a make shift dance floor against the back drop of an infinity pool that seemed to disappear into Davao Gulf; and the city lights, oh the wonderful city lights, were all the lasers we needed. As I was watching partyphiles hit the dance floor against the gorgeous back drop of the nightscape and the Davao Gulf I realized that this party was about Davao. How we, in spite of all the drama that surrounds the current party scene, are still intrinsically partyphiles. It was inspiring to know that local partyphiles would travel this far just to party, and party they did!

And how could they not? Davao ’s favorite spin-master, DJ Torch dished out the best of the best party hits as Davaoeno partyphiles hit the floor and gyrated to the freshest beats. Karl Ty from Superfly Manila then stepped in, to give us a taste of what Manila party-music sounded like. And although it was puzzling to some, most seemed to enjoy the fresh take on dance music.

As with most Fishtank events, unlimited alcohol was served up until midnight. Of course, they may have given drinks away far later than that, but my drunken memory says the free booze stopped flowing by the strike of twelve. And it did not matter. The party officially started around four in the afternoon, and eight hours of free booze is enough for a sane partyphile.

Even the hour-long (or two) black-out did not stop partyphiles from parting. Somehow, they managed to get some music piped in from a car, torches lit up the places, and the party continued, albeit more quietly. However, nobody seemed to mind, as people were still coming in group by group. In fact, my friends and I agreed that this was probably the best part of the night. It was refreshing to be in a party where no one cared about the other people in the party, and friends actually had time to talk as they watched the gorgeous view. For us, the black out was the perfect opportunity to chillax before hitting the dance floor. Everybody must have been thinking the same, because moments after power was restored, partyphiles started hitting the dance floor. And the dancing lasted until the wee hours of the morning, just like any other Fishtank party.

However, unlike most Fishtank parties, something about this one struck me. It wasn’t like any other party I’ve gone too. I guess it is a rare incidence when you could actually party, drink up, and dance, while contemplating about life in general, or even just talk with your best friends. I think the gorgeous back drop of the event (the nightscape, pool, and sea) allowed it to have a sense of serenity amidst all that wild partying. And that in itself is something to be thankful of. And maybe that is the true meaning of partyphilia: realizing that the loudest party may not be the best; and that sometimes, all we need to have fun is a group of friends, music in the background, and unlimited booze.

Sunset Sessions at Villa de Mercedes

2010-05-25T20:05:00.011+08:00

Party we need. Party we must.

Fishtank productions needed a big party to end this ~~drought~~ summer … and we only have one PERFECT venue in mind. Nothing beats villa de mercedes’ clubhouse… 800 square meters of infinity pool… white sand… laid back but stylish set up… the only problem? it’s a 30-minute drive from downtown davao… this isn’t manila, where a 30-minute drive is as ordinary as going to the mall… we davaoenos are very spoiled, everywhere is only 10-15 minutes away… but we don’t care… VDM’s clubhouse is definitely worth the trip! we hoped that fellow party goers felt the need to get away from the city *coughliquorbancough* and party like we used to…

This had been a pretty hard one to pull off… not only did we have less than 3 weeks to organize this event, we were having problems with logistics… going to and from VDM is no joke… anyway, good thing we had last minute sponsors who made our jobs, umm, less stressful…

thanks to HSBC, CROCS, Gilbey’s Premium Strength, Ram’s Lechon Manok and Seafood Restaurant, Mindanao Medical Foundation College, Sunlab, Cocktail, True Scents & Minerals and Pepper & Peppers… and also to our media partners, MIX FM, M Magazine and Muzika del Sur… kudos to KENNETH HAO, BAP RIVERA and WACKY MASBAD for the fab photos... also to guests who posted photos of sunset sessions *pa-grab*

to DEBIN URAYA, mr. president himself -- thank you for sharing your brainchild *inspired by boracay* with us... oh, and the food was great! two thumbs up!

What’s a pool party without henna tattoos? Still a pool party. Hehe. Kidding. Seriously, it gives the party authentic beach feel when you see pretty ladies sporting henna tattoos…

Karl ty is the resident DJ of one of Manila’s most innovative dance events production houses, Superfly… can you spell a-w-e-s-o-m-e?

We got DJ Torch to work together with DJ Karl Ty to guarantee one amazing night!

Damn power outage! Party pooper from hell! Lights out from 8pm -10pm… what to do? What to do? *panic mode* JAYPEE SOLIS, you f*ckn saved the night! Turning up the volume of your car’s speakers was a stroke of genius!

when in a party, no matter how dark, do as the partyphiles do… *@zhaun: may I borrow the word?*

Drink.

Strike a pose.

Get wet.

Chillax.

And when it rains? Just dance.

Mau, can you even remember doing this? Or were you still sober then? Haha! Thanks for ~~drinking~~ hosting and keeping us entertained the whole night :-)

Thank you davao party peeps for never letting the fishes down… always there to party with us… cheers!

Next stop. Kadayawan. Details to be posted on facebook. Party on Davao and let’s get tanked!

“ 1st Speed City 1/8 Mile Drag Race”

2010-03-13T15:26:00.008+08:00

Fishtank Productions, Inc., and Team Drift Tech are calling all Drag Racers and Car Enthusiasts to participate in our Legal Drag Racing Event entitled “ 1st Speed City 1/8 Mile Drag Race” at the Speed City, River Front Drive, Corporate City, Diversion Hwy. Ma-a, Davao City on April 24, 2010 (Saturday)

Time Trials - April 24, 2010
8:00 AM - 12:00 NN

Race Start - April 24, 2010
1:00 PM Onwards

Entry Fee : P 2000.00

Brackets
Elapsed Times
Class (in seconds)
------------------- ---------------------------
Bracket A 0 - 5.99
Bracket B 6 - 7.99
Bracket C 8.00 and up

A Quick 8 competition will be conducted for the eight (8) fastest cars based on the ACTUAL fastest Elapsed Time (ET) during the time trials. The Quick 8 is open to All Blown and All Motor vehicles. Trophies and Prizes will be given away to all brackets and Quick 8 winners.

If you should wish to be clarified with the rules and details of our event you may contact MR. PETER SIA at (0922) 862.0007/ (0920) 903.1404/ (082) 301.5190.

Deadline: Registration will be closed at 10:30 AM April 24, 2010.

Note: Late comers during the time trials will not be accommodated.

105.9 Mix FM radio ad: http://www.facebook.com/?sk=video#!/video/video.php?v=382419719397&ref=mf

Muzika Del Sur Video Coverage and Interview courtesy of VJ Cheska!

2010-02-24T05:45:00.001+08:00

we're on TV! woohooo!

http://www.youtube.com/user/MuzikaDelSur#p/a/u/0/3cEbFBHOhXo

Thanks guys! Cheers!

Traffic at the Metro by ZHAUN ORTEGA

2010-02-24T05:36:00.001+08:00

http://confessionsofapartyphile.blogspot.com/2010/02/traffic-at-metro.html

Traffic Light at the Metro

Valentine’s is one of my least favorite seasons in the year. Don’t get me wrong, I think the creation of V-Day was a stroke of marketing genius. But being reminded that I was single AGAIN was not exactly my idea of a fun holiday. Needless to say, I was not very excited about this year’s Red-festivities.

Fortunately, I found out that this V-Day, Red was not the only color I could don; there were two others: Yellow and Green. These colors are quite familiar. In fact, they are found in every annoying intersection in the metro in that little black box every driver loves to hate: the traffic light! Interestingly, that annoying black box saved this year’s Valentine’s Season for me.

Traffic Stopper

Traffic Light Party 2010 is the second annual Traffic Light Party (TLP) organized by the party geniuses otherwise known as: Fishtank Productions. In my book, it was the hottest party to begin the year, as it had all the elements of a really good event: great music, a quirky concept, sexy games, free booze, and probably the most important element of all: an easy vibe. And on that fateful February 12, these elements were served generously.

The Traffic Light Party was named such because of the dress code. Single partyphiles were to wear green, attached partyphiles were to wear Red, and partyphiles who felt their status was too complicated were to wear yellow. This not only gave the party a whole new dynamic, but it also gave partyphiles who were on the prowl instant hints on who were Swingles (single and willing to mingle). As if that wasn’t enough to get the party started, Tanduay cocktails were served, for free, until midnight! And everybody knows free booze makes everything better.

Hot as Flame

The first part of TLP saw Davao’s favorite music mongrel, DJ Torch, dishing out track after track of partyphile favorites. Torch seemed to be at his best as he piped out an infectious loop of bangin’ beats and stacked vocals that has now become his signature style; one that seems to be defining the current dance floor trend for local partyphiles.

Thanks to Torch’s ability to tap into everyone’s inner-dancer, Metro Lounge had become a canvass for gyrating bodies even before the strike of eleven.

Let’s Play a Love Game

An hour later, the games began with Yours Truly as the willing game master. “Love Cards” was the game of choice for this year’s TLP, which had 3 hot couples doing naughty things (too naughty for print, unfortunately) to several body parts. A lock-and-key match-making game also took place where guys had to open locks around the girls’ necks. The night’s winners got to take home an overnight stay at Microtel Inn and Suites, a dinner date at Café Marco, dinner dates at Entrée, and copies of M Magazine.

Influenced by BI

Manila’s DJ BI then stepped inside the DJ’s booth and started dishing out his own repertoire. He opened his set with a slow and steady number and worked his way to hard party ditties, giving the party’s attendees a musical crescendo.

His 12 years of experience as a DJ was quite evident as his set was obviously well thought of, seamlessly executed, and was definitely something new to the Davaoeno partyphile’s ear. His mix of chart-toppers and relative unknowns forced listeners to enjoy the entirety of the set, and to immerse in the whole performance, instead of just bumping and grinding from song to song. DJ BI’s set did not only provide a musical backdrop for those who wanted to dance; he gave everybody an awe-inspiring musical rollercoaster. In a sense, this was the epitome of club music; the partyphile’s version of poetry.

Falling in Love

And somehow, between all the free drinks, the crazily sexy games, and the out flow of truly gorgeous music; the colors of our shirts suddenly became irrelevant. Somehow, it did not matter what our relationship statuses were. Somehow, on that one night, the love that partyphiles shared for partying, for the dance floor, for booze, and for the partyphile life was enough to make us forget about the troubles that romantic love may bring.

And maybe that’s all a single partyphile really needs: a reason to party and the realization that a wonderful time, with anybody, is enough to make a cynic partyphile fall in love with Valentine’s again.

Catch Confessions of a Partyphile (the radio show) on 105.9 Mix Fm every Wednesday evenings, from 6 to 9 in the PM. For comments, suggestions, and more confessions from this partyphile, log on to http://party.i.ph

Traffic Light Party 2010

2010-02-15T18:36:00.004+08:00

Some say it’s happy hearts day… while others say it’s SINGLES AWARENESS DAY *coughzhauncough*.. but Fishtank Productions says it’s time to parrrrrr-tey!

Thanks to TANDUAY, ENTREE at the Apo View Hotel, CAFE MARCO at the Marco Polo Hotel, ASEYA Bistro Orientale, MICROTEL Davao, DIMSUM DINER Guerrero, Pepper & Peppers, Gilbey’s Premium Strength, 105.9 MIX FM and M Magazine - Life & Living in Mindanao.

Meet DJ B.I.– we won’t list his achievements --12 years of deejaying under his belt, gigs in Singapore, opening for deadmau5, invitations to philippine’s hottest clubs, yada yada yada… now it’s time to meet ben ibuyan himself… friendly – downright a nice guy… well-grounded, no air of arrogance at all… and most important of all – he's cute… but tough luck girls! He is taken! His wife is super fun and clearly his #1 fan!

As promised, he gave davao a clubbing experience where music is not just heard –it is felt, it is experienced.

Now meet DJ Torch… we know, we know… we’ve been partying with DJ Torch since our first traffic party but we’ve never really highlighted him in our blogs… our bad… we sometimes forget that not everybody reading this blog are from davao… he is davao’s most in demand deejay and doesn’t need any introduction! As the partyphile himself dubbed it, 2009 was undoubtedly the year of the torch! “He has mastered the art of staying in tune with the pulse of the dance floor, and manages to keep a cut above the rest when it comes to song selection. More importantly, he does all this with a ready smile, and good-guy demeanor.” – (Zhaun Ortega, Confessions of a Partyphile)

We brought back traffic light party, because one’s status color is best worn on valentine’s weekend! We also added lock and key – girls wear the lock, and guys wear the key… for guys who scored some numbers and for ladies who got unlocked ---- you’re very welcome!

Thanks to Zhaun Ortega for hosting the games! Love cards rock! Hahaha! Traffic Light Party will be featured on Muzika Del Sur... goodluck to the 10 lbs the camera adds! *ducking for cover*

Kudos to Metro Lounge for being the perfect party place! To Wacky Masbad... Thanks for the pictures! Cheers!

Thanks to everyone who came and partied with us! Until our next party! Do you think we should have one on Araw ng Dabaw? Hmmm… we’ll keep you updated! Add us on facebook! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=207727531751&ref=search&sid=851279546.3307885733..1

Party on Davao and let’s get tanked!

Traffic Light Party at the Metro Lounge

2010-02-08T13:54:00.001+08:00

This Valentine’s Week, Fishtank Productions brings back TRAFFIC LIGHT PARTY! And because love isn’t quite complicated enough as it is, we encourage y’all to get locked up! As we party to the Electro house music of DJ Torch and DJ B. I (A gifted DJ that quenches his audience’s insatiable thirst for superior dance music from Manila)

Ladies wear gold lockets, Guys wear the keys! Mingle to find your match and get a chance to win cool prizes. You may even go home with a few numbers, make new friends and at the very least… have a blast!

Red – TAKEN
Yellow – COMPLICATED

Green - SINGLE

Traffic summons will be issued to those who failed to dress up according to their color!

Tickets are P250 each. Open bar from 9PM-12AM on selected cocktail drinks. This is a SHOULDN’T MISS party so mark your calendars this coming Friday, February 12th!

We only have limited number of tickets, for reservations please call (0922) 381.2817or email us at fishtankproductions09@gmail.com

Let’s bring back Davao's exciting nightlife! Come and experience a different kind of party and get tanked!

Thanks to TANDUAY, ENTREE at the Apo View Hotel, CAFE MARCO at the Marco Polo Hotel, ASEYA Bistro Orientale, MICROTEL Davao, DIMSUM DINER Guerrero, Pepper & Peppers, 105.9 MIX FM and M Magazine - Life & Living in Mindanao.

Tickets are now available at Pepper and Peppers & Dimsum Diner Guerrero Branch :-)

DJ B.I (Ben Ibuyan)

Ben began spinning in 1998. While some DJs merely provide sonic wallpaper in clubs and events, Ben provides a soundtrack to capture raw emotions. With his selections embracing several genres like Trance, Electro House, House, Rock Electro, Progressive, Soul Electro, Jazz, Funk, Latin and Classical, Ben has emerged as one of the most visceral DJs Manila has produced. He plays music using gut instinct; he feeds on the crowd’s energy. This musical rapport with his audience leaves them clamoring for more. Ben has been invited to play in the Philippines’s hottest clubs like Mas y Mas, Mars, Manila DJ Club, Hey Jude Boracay, Juice, Ponti and Whereelse. He has also played in events like Pete Tong Friday, Glow, Remix Fridays and Wednesday Groove and has shared the deck with some of today’s most sought after local DJs with the likes of Surf, Vintrix and Erwin Edralin. His smooth transitions, and unexpected drop beats rocked Singapore in 2009 when he was requested to play in Home Club, opening up for world renowned Deadmau5 and playing alongside Loopin’Motion and Ming. Months after, his eclectic style of mainstream and underground electro came back to Singapore to electrify the halls of Butter Factory alongside DJ Nic Tan.

With twelve years of experience under his belt and his various collaborations with his contemporaries, Ben has developed the gift of quenching his audience’s insatiable thirst for superior dance music. Music should not be limited as an aural experience; it is an encounter that involves all of one’s senses. This is what Ben always gives his audience – a clubbing experience where music is not just heard; it is felt, it is experienced.

U N L E A S H E D

2009-12-18T03:13:00.006+08:00

December 11, 2009… and the fishes are back!

After 3 months of hiatus from the party scene, the fishes bounced back with UNLEASHED, Fishtank Production’s biggest club party to date! We’ve invited yet again DJ Surf *because girls can’t seem to get enough of him – us included :-)* and DJ Kristian Hernandez, who’s not only gorgeous and all that but also a gifted turntablist…

This party had us running around like beheaded chickens as we only have 3 weeks to plan and to execute everything! Totally not our fault *or so we’d like to think* as we had to organize a corporate party event prior to Unleashed… but all’s good – thanks to our multitasking skills :-)

This time, we decided to hold the party at the Aquarium… we know, we know… no need to panic… as our friend Ola said, it looked like a club in New York… so no worries, it was the perfect venue for our re-launching party… oh, and we say re-launch because we are no longer Smallfish Productions but Fishtank Productions instead… ya, we’re still fishes!

Thank you to all our sponsors who made UNLEASHED possible… Mr. Quincy Quinones, Mr. Ed Bangayan of Quality Plaza Inn, Mr. Clark Yap of Davao Central Convenience Stores, Inc., Microtel Hotels and Resorts Davao, K1 Family KTV, Toryanos Chicken House and Gilbey's Premium Strength… also to our media partners, Mix FM, Edge Davao – The Business Weekly and M Magazine – Life and Living in Mindanao.

So anyway, one of the perks of being event organizers is meeting awesome people with an even awesome-r talent! Sorry, grammar is failing like crazy – blame it on hormones… both DJ Kristian Hernandez and DJ Surf stayed here in Davao for three nights… both stayed at Microtel, which Kristian swore has the best bed ever!

First impression of Kristian Hernandez? Rockstar… we were starstrucked and impressed with this half-Filipino half-Australian hunk… thank you Q for bringing your friend here… Kristian, in a word, was the total performer… he worked the crowd like the much-sought-after musical performer that he is… he was everywhere, playing his music, partying, taking pictures, working the mic – one thing’s for sure, this guy doesn’t have a stage fright – uh-uh none at all…

Second impression of DJ Surf? Still amazing… Both the talent and the person… he deejayed for us back in September *remember hypnotiq?* and we thought we saw everything he had to offer, but we were pleasantly surprised to see more! we mean talent people! *tsk tsk dirty little mind you have there* – not that we think the girls would object having our topless deejay show off more skin *wink wink*… he had the whole crowd dancing to his music… this guy certainly knows what he’s doing... as always, DJ Surf wowed the crowd with his unique music style and unbelievable energy behind the deck!

The crowd was a good-looking bunch… nice-looking and well dressed… we saw familiar faces and some unfamiliar ones… but just for one night, nobody cared… everybody partied as one big happy group... and gotten drunk together too :-) oh, and much thanks to the Dog Squad, Clark Yap, Ed Bangayan, Quincy Quinones, Edmond Lee and Richard Lo for getting VIP tables!

We had a blast organizing UNLEASHED and we’re looking forward to more parties in the future *coughweneedsponsorscough*… we’re glad to be part of the party scene here in Davao and help promote its night life *which, if we recall, just last year, was almost non-existent*… so congratulations to Fishtank and to all the party people in Davao for making UNLEASHED one helluva party!

Thanks to our hunky deejays for sharing your music with us… you guys rock! If only we could have you play here regularly… oh well, ‘til next time! Davao will surely miss you! God bless our bleeding hearts *and noses*! hahaha!

Party on Davao and let's get tanked!

*thanks to WACKY MASBAD, JOHFIL VILLANUEVA and REYSON YAP for the fabulous photos!

DECEMBER 11, 2009. Friday at the Aquarium

2009-11-20T05:23:00.008+08:00

Fishtank Productions,Inc. brings you

"UNLEASHED"

The Club Party launching of Fishtank Productions, Inc. formerly known as Smallfish Productions at the Aquarium, featuring the topless deejay DJ SURF- resident DJ at Hey Jude Bar on Boracay island and DJ KRISTIAN HERNANDEZ - An international music performer, gifted turntablist and DMC Champion from New York.

Open bar from 9PM-11PM on selected cocktail drinks. This is a SHOULDN’T MISS party so mark your calendars this coming Friday. December 11th!

Lets bring back Davao's exciting nightlife! Come and experience a different kind of party and get tanked!!

We only have limited number of tickets, for reservations please call (0922) 381.2817or email us at fishtankproductions09@gmail.com

Ticket Price:
Pre-selling: P200
Gate Entrance: P250

DJ SURF

Born in Bedford, England in 1984, Surf moved to Spain (Andalucia) in the late nineties. At aged 16 he became interested in club music and dj’s profession. At 18 he finished school and started training as a sound technician for a local company for 4 years.

After tens years in Spain, Surf quit his job and his life to end up on the beaches of the Philippines. Being half english, half filipino, Surf tried a big move on the Philippine scene.

His dj career so far has seen him play in some of Manila and Boracays most prestigious clubs, consistently wowing crowds with his style, preparation, distinctly unique mixing and energy behind the decks.

His sets are always fresh, original and well thought about, combining upfront house tracks, yet to be released tracks, promos, white labels, and club classics

-This ensures that Surf stands out from the rest.

Surf so far is one of the 4 resident DJ's at Hey Jude Bar on Boracay island, Philippines. Having been resident for almost 2 years now.

-http://www.facebook.com/pages/DJ-SURF/29968184957?ref=ts

AND

DJ KRISTIAN HERNANDEZ

Kristian first gained notice as a gifted turntablist when he won the Australian Qld. DMC Championships in 1999 and 2000 . Soon he was setting dancefloors and airwaves alight as the host of Australia's longest running Hip-Hop, Soul, Funk and R and B Radio show, Blackbeat on 4ZZZ fm (www.blackbeat.com.au). He parlayed his early education in latin rhythms, jazz subdivisions, funk meters, soul melodies and hip hop culture into fluency and easy familiarity with more exotic sounds such as the beats of House, the etherealness of World Music, the excess of Breaks, the irregular meters of jazz, the heat of latin grooves and the surge of Drum n Bass. It is no wonder that Kristian Hernandez has become a much sought-after musical performer, opening for acts as varied as Basement Jaxx, The Black Eyed Peas, Carl Cox, DJ Craze, De La Soul, Felix Da House Cat, Gang Starr, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Mark Rae, Miguel Migs, Mix Master Mike, Moby, Norman Jay, Public Enemy, Roger Sanchez and jojoflores just to name a few. In addition to his solo world tours, he has also DJed for bands like the Australian legendary act Regurgitator, the jazz funk fusion band Zephyr Timbre and the electronic Soma Rasa. Not content to rest his laurels, Hernandez is also the brains behind Audio K, Heavy Boogie, and the EKLEKTIKS, an evolving live concept where Hernandez is joined onstage by various live musicians and other DJs.

Currently, Kristian is residing in New York after having plied his trade the past few years in both Sydney and London. Equally at ease playing for small crowds in the dark rooms of London or for large amphitheatres full of 50,000 people, one never knows where one will find Kristian next but one thing remains certain—wherever he is, people will be listening.

-http://www.kristianhernandez.com/