There are win-able contests
Last week, while doing my daily skim-thru on Brooklyn Vegan, I came across a contest. Win tickets to a Girltalk show at Hiro Ballroom by submitting a photo on Spin.com of any show you’ve been to. Seemed like such a simple contest and I was probably late in the game to submit a photo, but I decided I had nothing to lose in trying. I submitted a photo of Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings from Jazzfest, not thinking much of it. Memorial day weekend was approaching and I was anxiously waiting for the clock to turn 5 so I could leave the office, and an e-mail came in from Spin.com “Congratulations 2009 SPIN & Canon Expressions Winner!” It was quite the good beginning to a long weekend!
So, on Thursday I went to Girltalk at Hiro Ballroom. Considering the number of shows I’ve been to, I’d never been to Hiro Ballroom. Great venue, couldn’t believe how small it was considering last time I saw GirlTalk was at the huge Terminal 5. Only 250 people at Hiro, open bar sponsored by Absolut and an incredible show. Immediately when Greg Gillis got on stage, the crowd rushed up to dance with him. It was so intimate and incredible. Great music, great energy and such a fun time. He is so entertaining to watch. If you’re not familiar with Girltalk check out his myspace page here and videos on youtube!
