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Springfield's Teenagers Say There was Nothing to Do Here Until Rico Came Alongnew

Rico Perkins saw the need for a safe place in for teenagers to blow off steam. A few years ago the self-described former nerd cut his hair, danced his way to hippest-kid-in-school status, and threw a party for his friends. Since that first success Rico has become one of the most popular promoters for Springfield's under-21 crowd in memory.
Illinois Times  |  R. L. Nave  |  07-14-2008  |  Profiles & Interviews

Slugging It Out in NYC Clubs Pays Off for DJ Eli Escobarnew

In the aftermath of the indie dance scene has helped open doors for people like Escobar, who can churn out hipster-friendly remixes with the best of them but also has the DJ skills to make his living playing big mainstream clubs as well as cool kid parties.
NOW Magazine  |  Benjamin Boles  |  04-18-2008  |  Profiles & Interviews

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