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Camp Bisco has confirmed the second round of performers slated for its twelfth annual three-day music and arts festival, in Mariaville, New York this July 11-13, 2013. The newest artists joining the existing performer lineup at the multi-stage camping festival include: Destroid Live; Madeon; Danny Brown; Seven Lions; Bondax; Digital Tape Machine; Moon Boots; Perseus; Strip Steve; Autobody; Alpha Data and Manhattan Project. Two highlights from the latest additions are Destroid, a live band version of Excision, KJ Sawka and Downlink; and Digital Tape Machine, a recent side project featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee. Previously announced performers include: The Disco Biscuits; Bassnectar; Passion Pit; STS9; Animal Collective; Umphrey’s McGee; Flux Pavillion; Macklemore & Ryan Lewis; Lotus; Wolfgang Gartner; Boys Noize; Squarepusher; Tommy Trash; Dillion Francis; ℧Z; Aeroplane; Alvin Risk; Audrey Napoleon; Baauer; Bear Mountain; Boombox; Break Science; Cherub; Chris Malinchak; Clockwork; Com Truise; Congorock; Cosby Sweater; Crizzly; Dan Deacon; Designer Drugs; Dirtyphonics (Live); El-P; Eskmo; Flosstradamus; Free Energy; Gigamesh; Govinda; Gramatik; Grandtheft; Green Lantern; HeRobust; Heroes x Villains; Indobox; Killer Mike; Koan Sound; Manic Focus; M | O | D; Nadis Warriors; Nick Thayer; Paper Diamond; Party Supplies; Popeska; Project 46; RL Grime; Rubblebucket; Ryan Hemsworth; The Werks; Toro y Moi; Twiddle; Vacationer; VHS or Beta; Wick-It the Instigator; and Zoogma.

A fixture at Camp Bisco since its 10th Anniversary, the curated tents return showcasing the latest creative elements endorsed by each outlet. First on the list are two labels that have been receiving a lot of attention lately, OWSLA founded by GRAMMY winner Skrillex and BoysNoize Records, a burgeoning label founded by 3 time Beatport winner for “Best Electronic Artist of the Year” Boys Noize. Fans can expect a healthy dose of collaborations with the OWSLA vs. BoysNoize Records tent, producing an amalgamation of dubstep, electro-house and even the newly tagged ‘dirty house’. Next on the list are the ‘protectors of the feel good’ – deep house DJ Perseus’ French Express Records. Finally, industry leading music blog, This Song Is Sick will be presenting a special collection of artists that are on its radar. Expect a mix of styles as this media powerhouse presents the freshest in electronic music.

Building off the well received art installations at CounterPoint Music Festival, MCP Presents once again looks to Greg Mike, the Atlanta-based founder and creative director of ABV multi-platform studio, to create exciting visual and interactive art elements that play off the already scenic Indian Lookout Country Club. Exploring multi-dimensional and multi-leveled live art structures, larger than life multi-sensory visual and interactive light installations and areas for creative exploration, fans can expect a Camp Bisco environment that will be both multifunctional and aesthetically pleasing during both day and night hours. The festival is also enhancing fan activities and amenities throughout, for a more elevated experience on and off the concert fields.

A limited allotment of General Admission tickets are on sale now for $185, before raising to the last minute price of $199. A small quantity of all-inclusive VIP packages are still available for the final price of $480. General Admission and VIP ticket options are now available for purchase through the fan requested 50% down payment plan. Long distance shuttles are also available, offering service from Albany, Baltimore, Boston, New York City and Philadelphia, as well as travel packages which include a stay at a local hotel and shuttle rides to and from the festival daily. Tickets are available online at  www.campbisco.net. Camp Bisco is an 18 and over event. Camp Bisco is produced by MCP Presents.  Visit www.campbisco.net for the most up to date information.

The Chattahoochee Hills Country International Horse Trials (CHC International Horse Trials) is thrilled to announce its inaugural event this May 17 through 19, 2013. The three-day “equestrian triathlon” will be held just 30 minutes travel time from Downtown Atlanta at Bouckaert Farms, a scenic 8,000-acre equestrian paradise along the Chattahoochee River. Attracting amateur, professional, international athletes and Olympian competitors, the CHC International Horse Trials of 2013 will also feature a variety of activities and amenities for all ages to enjoy an exciting weekend in the country.

“Our goal is to showcase the historic equestrian Olympic sport known as eventing or as an equestrian triathlon, as a true festival in the country, while introducing it to new fans and emphasizing its uniqueness with new added entertainment and amenities,” says Michael Pollard, founder of the CHC International Horse Trials.

Whether new to the sport or a seasoned eventing enthusiast, festival goers are invited to watch the grueling three-day competition that tests the training, ability, and strength of a horse, along with the connection between horse and rider. Additionally, CHC International Horse Trials is taking traditional eventing to a new level by offering family friendly activities and amenities throughout the weekend, including a shopping bazaar, food trucks, a beer garden, a kid zone, bars, rider meet and greets, and more. On Saturday night, festival goers are invited to enjoy an impressive bonfire and live music performances from the Mike Snowden One Man Cigar Box Guitar Band, DJ RL Shine and a headliner that will be announced in the coming weeks.

With a variety of affordable ticket prices and packages, attendees also have the option to tailgate throughout the weekend and are encouraged to bring blankets and tents to take advantage of the beautiful landscape while watching the competition, live music, and more. Owned by Olympic Three Day Event rider Carl Bouckaert, the farm has established rolling pastures, lakes, and woodlands that run 12 miles along the Chattahoochee River. The pristine facility hosted the U.S. Eventing Association’s (USEA) American Eventing Champions (AECs) for three years and in 2012 had the pleasure of adding renowned course designer, Hugh Lochore, to the team. Both participating equestrians and event goers can look forward to experiencing a creative and competitive course from this talented designer.

Tickets to the CHC International Horse Trials of 2013 go on sale Tuesday, March 19, 2013. Advance weekend passes are available for $11 for adults and $3 for kids ages 12 and under; and, $15 at the door and $5 for kids. Weekend VIP All Access passes are available for $250 per person, which includes access to the VIP Tent, a parking pass, and meals for all three days.  The VIP Saturday Only pass is $150 and includes access to Sponsor/VIP Tent, a parking pass and three meals. The weekend Tailgating Pass is $50 in advance and $60 at the door.  Weekend parking passes are available for $5 in advance or $10 at the door.  To purchase tickets or for more information on the CHC International Horse Trials of 2013 visit www.chcinternational.net. Stay connected via Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CHCInternational and Twitter at @CHCIntl.

As we celebrate our seven-year anniversary this December at CWPR, we’re feeling a bit nostalgic. It’s hard to believe another year is about to pass us by, and what a year it has been. From the 20th anniversary of Jeffrey Fashion Cares to the inaugural CounterPoint Music and Arts Festival, 2012 was packed full of incredible moments, unforgettable events, and a ridiculous amount of fun for our firm. And, we couldn’t do it without you. So, in conjunction with our anniversary, we are excited to introduce The Studio 5, our new monthly newsletter that will be filled with happenings, opportunities, invites, giveaways, news, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse of who we are. If you would like to hear from us more than once a month, stay connected with us on Twitter, Facebook and through our blog the Nest. And if you stumbled across this post via our website and would like to receive The Studio 5, be sure to sign up on our events page. Thank you for your support and Happy (almost) New Year!

In this edition of The Studio 5…

The pressure is on. If you haven’t experienced Hudson North, a farm-to-tavern pop-up located in Atlantic Station, time is running out. Open for lunch and dinner daily, this chef-driven concept with a curated craft beer and cocktail selection will close it’s doors forever at the end of the month.

Chef Shane McIntosh of Ocean Catering quickly cooked his way into our hearts.  This powerhouse chef is currently competing in Modern Luxury and Verizon’s “4G For Hunger” campaign to win $4000 for his charity of choice. Vote for Chef Shane and help us win much-needed funds for The Chef & Child Foundation.

It’s the end of the World as we know it, so why not feel fine.  Bone Lick BBQ is going out in style, with a free beer toast for ‘the end” Countdown, a free late night breakfast buffet for the surviors, live Dj’s, and Go Go Dancers. It’s an End of the World Party with every bit of class that the Mayans predicted would be the very cause for our demise.

The newest venture from the owners of Tongue and Groove, we cannot get enough of The Joint Barroom, a newly opened “turbo-pub” located next door to the iconic nightclub in Buckhead’s Lindbergh City Center. The stylishly informal atmosphere combined with creative cocktails (on tap), traditional snacks and great music make it one of our new favorite hangouts for happy hour get-togethers. Perk: It’s non-smoking.

An Atlanta institution, Woody’s CheeseSteaks located in the heart of Midtown, is giving back to our city’s unrecognized heroes during its inaugural Thanksgiving fundraiser, 24 Hours of Giving.  Beginning at midnight on Thanksgiving morning, November 22, 2012, and carrying on until 11:59 p.m. Thanksgiving night, all first responders from the Atlanta Police Department, Atlanta Fire Department, EMT/EMS, and HERO, are invited to enjoy a special holiday menu for free, which of course includes Woody’s Famous CheeseSteaks. Additionally, Woody’s will be open to the public and will be donating all proceeds from the 24 Hours of Giving to the Atlanta Fire and the Atlanta Police Foundations.

“While we always offer first responders 50% off their checks as a way of saying thanks, I’ve always wanted to do something a little bigger for the men and women I consider to be my heroes. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to honor them and say thank you with measurable action,” says Woody’s CheeseSteak owner, Steven Renner.

“We often take for granted that while we are enjoying time with friends and family on Thanksgiving, watching football and plotting our attack for Black Friday, these men and women are out keeping us safe and are ready to jump in and save the day if we have to dial 911. I have nothing but respect for our first responders who risk it all to make today a better, safer place than it was yesterday.  With 24 Hours of Giving, it’s just our small way to give back, support our community, and and let our first responders know we truly mean it when we say, ‘thank you’,” he adds.

Can’t make it on Thanksgiving, but still want to be involved? Woody’s is accepting cash donations for the Atlanta Police and Atlanta Fire Foundations during regular business hours and are also holding a food drive for the Atlanta Community Food Bank through the end of the year.

Woody’s CheeseSteaks is located at 981 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30308. For more information call (404) 876-1939 or visit Woody’s on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WoodysCheesesteaks. Stay connected on Twitter at www.twitter.com/WoodysATL.

Vampire-obsessed? Have the best costume on the planet? Simply want to show off your pumpkin carving skills? Halloween is right around the corner and our clients are ready to celebrate the spookiest holiday of the year with a myriad of events offering something for everyone. Did we mention most are free to attend? Happy Halloween!

The 3rd annual Atlanta Beer Week presented by Savannah Distributing Company kicks off this Saturday, October 20 and features citywide beer events through Saturday, October 27, 2012. Showcasing local beers and breweries, beer bars, craft beer stores and restaurants along with craft beers and breweries from across the United States and international imports, Atlanta Beer Week has joined forces with UBER to offer attendees free rides throughout the week. Easy to use, UBER is a tech company that lets clients order town car service in the click of a button through their mobile app.  Cash is unnecessary, because UBER users credit cards gets charged automatically. Atlanta Beer Week attendees can take advantage of a maximum of four free rides throughout the week of up to $20 each between 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. To redeem the promotion, Atlanta Beer Week riders need to enter the code: NoDrinkingAndDriving. To sign up for UBER, visit www.uber.com.

Just in time for the holidays, Billy and Jenn Streck, the husband and wife team best known as co-owners of Cypress Street Pint and Plate, are bringing Hudson North, a new pop-up restaurant, to Atlantic Station starting Tuesday, October 9, through Monday, December 31, 2012. Taking over the space that formerly housed The Grape, Hudson North is a farm-to-tavern establishment open for lunch and dinner seven days a week featuring an affordable, chef-driven menu and curated craft beer and cocktail selection served in a warm and inviting environment.

Known for designing renowned Atlanta culinary staples including Miller Union, 4th & Swift and Holeman & Finch Public House, the Streck’s hired ai3 to transform the space that once held The Grape into a cozy tavern reminiscent of shipyard haunts that overlook the Hudson River. Dark hardwood floors and repurposed tables and chairs compliment a palate of soft beige, grays, cream, yellow and natural wood. Candles in mason jars that mimic floating down a river hang at various lengths above the heads of diners, while 1920s inspired accents like an antique cash register, phone, radio and scales are peppered throughout.  The story of the Hudson North and the Streck’s definition of what a pop-up restaurant means to them is written on the windows, creating an undeniable charm and feeling of being a part of a welcoming community.

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While wine is often the go-to libation of choice for diners enjoying an authentic Italian meal, Cucina Asellina has joined forces with Georgia’s own Wild Heaven Craft Beer to host an unforgettable four-course tasting dinner on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. For just $45, diners have the opportunity to meet Wild Heaven’s founder Nick Purdy and consulting brewmaster Eric Johnson and learn about their world-class, award-winning beers.  Cucina Asellina’s chef de cuisine Josh Carden has created a specialty pairing menu to perfectly complement Wild Heaven’s four featured beers: Let There Be Light, Invocation, Eschaton, and Ode to Mercy. Space is limited. To reserve a seat, please call Cucina Asellina at 404-793-0141.

From a special edition of Beer Geek Tuesday at Cypress Street to the Official Peachtree Road Race After Party at Park Tavern, we’ve put together a few or our favorite 4th of July client happenings.

Cypress Street Pint and Plate: Get your freak on with Cypress Street Pint and Plate on Tuesday, July 3, 2012, as they host the newest installment of their weekly Beer Geek series, Beer Freak. In honor of America’s birthday, Cypress is taking you back in time to wistful summers spent on Coney Island’s boardwalk. Cypress’ Beer Freak will feature specialty Coney Island brews from Schmaltz Brewing, including Albino Python, Mermaid Pils, Sword Swallower, and a vintage Human Blockhead.  But the fun doesn’t stop there! As you enjoy your cold Coney brews, prepare for little shock and awe as you enjoy a freaky carnie show, featuring a real life sideshow freak that will excite and amaze you with his glass eating abilities, among others. Additional festivities include performances from real-life circus freaks, a Nathan’s hotdog eating contest and more. For more information, please visit the Cypress Street Beer Geek Tuesday Facebook page at http://Facebook.com/BeerGeekTuesday.

Cucina Asellina: Don’t miss cheering for the runners during one of Atlanta’s favorite 4th of July traditions, the Peachtree Road Race. Cucina Asellina is located right along the race route, so they’re opening at 8 a.m. so you can have a front row seat as they serve up a delicious brunch, specialty Belvedere (RED) cocktails, bottomless Bellinis and special edition mini Moët & Chandon bottles. Celebrate our nation’s birthday in style while sitting on the dog-friendly patio, sipping on featured drink selections, and enjoying the sights and sounds of DJ Vicki Powell until 4 p.m. For more information visit www.Facebook.com/CucinaAsellina or call (404) 793-0141 for reservations.

D.B.A. Barbecue: What’s more American than barbecue and beer?  This 4th of July join D.B.A. Barbecue from 11 a.m. to midnight for $4 Jailhouse Brewing pints, live music courtesy of Ocha La Rocha starting at 9 p.m. and, of course, all of your D.B.A. favorites like Hotlanta smoked wings, pulled pork sandwiches, smoked meat platters, and chef and owner Matt Coggin’s homemade Puddin’ Pops.  If you can’t make it to D.B.A. they’ll come to you; put your feet up, turn off the grill, and let D.B.A. cater your cookout or call in a picnic basket for your 4th of July outing! For more please information please visit www.dbabarbecue.com or call 404-249-5000.

Diesel Filling Station: Every Tuesday night starting July 3, Dirty South Trivia and Diesel Filling Station will host Nerd-Core Trivia! In true Dirty South style, anything goes during the eight rounds that will test your nerdiest knowledge about Star Wars, zombies, and more. Taking the nerdiness a step further, Diesel will break out the very best retro game systems and will host gaming tournaments throughout the month. For more information visit www.dieselatlanta.com or www.dirtysouthtrivia.com or call (404) 815-1820.

Park Tavern: Whether you are participating in Peachtree Road Race this 4th of July or are showing your support along the race route, you won’t want to miss the official after party at Park Tavern. With the race finishing in the meadow in Piedmont Park, just scoot on over to Park Tavern between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and enjoy as many frosty Miller64s as you like under the spacious, air conditioned Garden Tent for just $10.  The event is for ages 21 and up. For more information or to purchase tickets to attend, visit www.parktavern.com.

P’cheen International Bistro & Pub: If you’re one of the many Atlantans with only one day off this 4th of July, come celebrate with P’cheen!  Starting at 4 p.m., DJ Ryan Baker will spin the tunes on the sidewalk while P’cheen serves up cold beer, moonshine, and delicious fare.  No 4th of July soiree would be complete without fireworks and North Highland is the perfect place to post up for three of Atlanta’s best displays.  Come enjoy an evening of good vibes, great food and fireworks!  For more information visit http://www.facebook.com/events/33710885636944, www.pcheen.com or call 404-529-8800.