The multi-sensory experience made me a candidate for ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder). There was so much happening in every corner. Focusing on how everyone behaved, danced, mingled and dressed up was a challenge for me. My undependable gaydar was at its lowest point. I was almost slapped by Anna Ong for being dense and not noticing how attractive her companion was. In fact, I was accused of being rude by ignoring Anna’s friend. To tell you the truth, I did notice her attractive companion but, not being aware that he was gay, I was not bold enough and or stupid enough to come on to him. The sad part of this tale was Anna’s revelation that the interest was mutual. I lost the opportunity to make my night heavenly! This made me ponder what really happened at Godskitchen.
BEA LOCSIN
How do you normally find out about parties in Manila?
My friends are the ones who usually inform and invite me to some of the parties in town. Other than that, there are flyers, text invites and the Circuit Training Events schedule in The STAR.
CHICHO SUAREZ
Where did you stay most of the night?
I stayed at the elevated VIP area with my friends where we all had a breathtaking view of the festive grounds.
TALS DIAZ
For a rave party is it alright to hold a martini cocktail?
I think you can hold absolutely anything you want because at a certain point in the night you can be holding a cocktail glass with a Tarsier stuck on it and people won’t even notice. The original raves celebrated different people coming together to let go for a night, so anything goes when it comes to your choice of poison.
ANNA CRUZ
How did you enjoy the party and what time did you leave?
I had too much fun! Haven’t been out in a while and the elevated VIP area was a great idea. I left the party at 4 in the morning.
EMMA POLICARPIO
Would you say "yes" to your date’s proposal to be his girlfriend at a rave party?
No way! I don’t think a rave party is the right place. It is not romantic. I want it to be in a more secluded place, conducive for intimacy since I want it to be a memorable for us.
FAITH LAVARRO
What music will make you dance on the podium?
I love sexy music! If it is R&B, I will dance all night on the podium for sure! Other music styles like sexy house, break beats and Latin sounds are also hot. That is sure to get me going.
ANA VILLALON
Would you meet your blind date at a rave party and why?
I would not meet my blind date at a rave. It would be very hard trying to get to know the person. Conversation would just be drowned by the loud music.
MAI CASTRO
Who did you go with at the party?
I went with my partner in crime and confidante because I wanted to let my hair down, enjoy the music and have a blast without being judged.
MARIE CAPISTRANO
How would you describe John "00" Fleming’s music selection?
As John "00" Fleming walked on stage, I heard a hush come upon thousands of screaming and dancing fans. The beat of heavy bass began to unleash the fury. I remember seeing fists being thrown in the air in beat with the bass. I couldn’t do anything but dive into the music and let John Fleming take me on the journey of his music. For me, his music tells a story. It’s music that makes your body move. His style is classic, keeping the heavy bass mixed with awesome synthesizer beats it.
NIKKI ESPINOSA
What would you wear for a rave party?
It has to be something comfortable and outstanding because people never forget who stands out from the crowd.
ANNA ONG
How did you prepare for Gods Kitchen?
With a couple glasses of scotch sodas, my "get lucky" jeans, my fabulous earrings, my dancing shoes and my gorgeous gay boyfriend!
JAKE MACAPAGAL
How would you describe the vibe and why?
The vibe was good and everybody was in the right mood to dance wildly. However the Birmingham DJ, reminiscent of trance-techno, was not my beat. That kind of music would be great after 5 a.m. rather than eariler in the evening.
ED YAN
How will describe the club scene in Manila?
The energy of the club scene in Manila is equal to New York, London and, my home, Sydney. The music and the crowd give off a really fun and friendly vibe! What more can I ask for here in Manila?
MICO MENDOZA
How long have you been dancing at the party?
Wow, about four hours of dancing! I couldn’t have done it without the help of Red Bull!
KAT RODRIGUEZ
How often do you party with your brother?
My brother actor JM Rodriguez and I are very close. We make it a point to have dinner out once a week and since he’s generous, he never lets me pay. We usually go for drinks at a bar or a club to meet friends afterwards.
LAWRENCE VILLEGAS
What do you bring at rave party?
I bring lots of Marlboro lights and my trusty lighter. Plus you will never know who you can meet by sharing a light or a cigarette.
• Rock The Walls at Clamshell 1, Intramuros, Manila
• Ang Romansa ni Magno Rubio at the CCP
• A Child’s Dream Benefit Concert feat. Akafellas, Cambio, & many more’at La Salle Greenhills gym
• Escape at Suburbia
• Ntwine at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Deanna Gonzales at Lobby Lounge Makati Shangri-la
• 6Cycleminds at UA&P Formerly CRC
• Sandwich at Altered Native
• Deca Dance at Dreambar
• Housessions at Teak Bar Rockwell,
• M Power Band and Circus Band at Le Boulevardier’s Intercontinental Manila
• Bacardi Night at V Bar
• 1728 at Streetscape Edsa Shangri-la
• Dimsum / Sabor Latino at Fiesta San Miguel, Dusit Hotel Nikko
• Paolo Gomez at Yero Bar & Restaurant
• Lucid at Bistro Makati
• Thank God It’s Reggae! Feat. DJ Bliss’at Azzurro
• Night of the Champions at the Araneta Coliseum
• Flinstones & Boyfriends at Dish QC
• Guaranapen at the Manila Pen’s Conservatory
• Luke Mejares & Next Level at Red Door
• Arriba at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Bo Razon with Puro Ritmo at Café Havana Adriatico Malate
• Acoustic entertainment at Café Adriatico By The Bay
• Snare Mata at Mil Novecientos Tapas Bar & Bistro
• Ladies Night at HALO
• Jive (Hip Hop RNB) at Temple
• Route 70 at Tavern On The Square
• Go-Go Boys Fridays at Bed
14 AUGUST — SATURDAY
• Eva at Lobby Lounge Shangri-La Makati Hotel
• Side A & U-Turn at Bagaberde
• Big Night Out at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Mystique at Teak Bar Rockwell
• Kislev at Le Boulevardier’s Intercontinental Manila
• Dancehall Saturday at V Bar
• Mocha with Spin Art at Streetscape Edsa Shangri-la
• House Music at Fiesta San Miguel, Dusit Hotel Nikko
• Cao Ocampo at Yero Bar Restaurant
• House Improvement at Azzurro
• DJ Steve Mills at Capones
• DJ Paolo Cabalfin at Club V
• Karel Marquez at Dish QC
• Ang Romansa ni Magno Rubio at the CCP
• Spirit of 67, Lance Raymundo & Xsentrik at Red Door
• Bo Razon with Puro Ritmo at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Arriba at Café Havana Adriatico Malate
• Belly Dancing at Prince Jaipur
• DJ Martin Pulgar at Temple
• Angel Music at Halo
• Velvet Anthems at Castro
• Lucid at Apocento
• Art N Soul at Tavern On The Square
16 AUGUST — MONDAY
• Freestyle at Tavern on The Square
• Side A at Suburbia
• Sabor Latino at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Armina Gonzales at Lobby Lounge Makati Shangri-la
• 8Track at Dish ABS CBN
• Parliament Syndicate / Route 70 at Fiesta San Miguel
• Mondaze at Absinth
• Jimmy Bondoc & Hourglass at Red Door
• Mai Castro y La Banda at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Acoustic Entertainment at Café Adriatico By The Bay
• Air Crew Nights at Halo
• "I Don’t Like Mondays""at Gweilos
17 AUGUST — TUESDAY
• Hoobastank Live In Manila at Folk Arts Theater
• Escape at Tavern on The Square
• Eva at Off The Grill
• Flinstone and The Gang at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Peachy Chavez at Lobby Lounge Makati Shangri-la
• Make Music.Com at Le Boulevardier’s Intercontinental Manila
• V:Ebony Grooves at V Bar
• 8 Track at Chef and Brewer Ortigas
Mocha with Spinart / Fresh at Fiesta San Miguel, Dusit Hotel Nikko
• Purely Acoustic Night at YERO Bar & Restaurants
• Hyperbeat at Dish QC
• Asian Youth Orchestra Concert at the CCP
• True Faith & Thor at Red Door
• Guarana at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Acoustic entertainment at Café Adriatico By The Bay
18 AUGUST — WEDNESDAY
• Lea Salonga in BABY THE MUSICAL at Meralco Theater
• Side A at Tavern on The Square
• U-Turn at Off The Grill
• Route 70 at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Melinda at Lobby Lounge Makati Shangri-la
• Sandwich at Ateneo De Manila University
• 747 Band at Le Boulevardier’s Intercontinental Manila
• Visa V girl of the Week’at V Bar
• 8 Track at Penthouse Tektite Towers Ortigas
• Wunjo / Pido at Fiesta San Miguel, Dusit Hotel Nikko
• DJ Zach at YERO Bar & Restaurant
• Nina and Freestyle at Dish QC
• Asian Youth Orchestra Concert at the CCP
• Trances & 3PH at Red Door
• Arriba at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Bo Razon with Puro Ritmo at Café Havana Adriatico Malate
• Acoustic entertainment at Café Adriatico By The Bay
• Big Bed Birthdays at Bed
• Ladies Night at Bellevue Manila
• Chicken and Vultures at Castro
• RJ Jacinto & Friends at Discovery Suites
• Various Acoustic Artist at Temple
• Unity Music by 4-4 Tektoniks at HALO
• Ice House at Azzurro
19 AUGUST — THURSDAY
• Eva at San Miguel El Pueblo
• Freestyle at Suburbia
• Spirit of ’67 at Conway’s Bar Makati Shangri-la
• Carmela Cuneta at Lobby Lounge Makati Shangri-la
• Music Styles Sugarshack at Greenbelt 2 Al Frsco Area
• Rockin’ Revival’at Le Boulevardier’s Intercontinental Manila
• Ntwine / Retrospect at Fiesta San Miguel, Hotel Nikko
• Paolo Santos at Dish QC
• Franco & Cruxada w/ Industria at Red Door
• Comedy Night Improv act at Azzurro
• Bo Razon with Puro Ritmo at Café Havana Greenbelt
• Arriba at Café Havana Adriatico Malate
• Acoustic entertainment at Café Adriatico By The Bay
• House Music at Bed
• RNB Music by Steve Mills at Temple
• Pride Music at HALO
• Wise Guys at Tavern On The Square