STEVEN SPILLS 30

STEVEN SPILLS © 30

TWIRLING AT THIRTY
As we reach the finality of one year and focus our optimistic sights on a new one, many things run through the minds of the living during the holidays. Through either making resolutions for the new year, reflecting on what we’ve experienced the previous one, or simply making plans for the “Big Night,” New Year’s Eve, the expectation is great. This marks my 30th issue with PULP, and as I continue “spilling” into 2009 and into my 41st year of life, expect greatness for yourself and you shall receive. I know I will.

What do you mean you don’t have phenomenal plans for New Year’s Eve?!? OK, here’s the only plan you’ll ever need… Stay in. (Insert canned laughter here.) Seriously, a few movies at home from Hollywood Video or Netflix, pausing it just in time to see the ball drop in N.Y.C., and then you can finish listening to Pierce Brosnan out-sing Meryl Streep, wonder why Rachel Weisz didn’t return for the latest Mummy installment, or discuss where Heath Ledger got the idea of doing that disturbing tongue thing as the “Joker.” Again, this is done safely from your home with no lines to the bathroom, no overpriced drinks, no binding party clothing. Like I said, “Stay in!” I know what I’m talking about. OK, I’m sounding old on purpose. No seriously, I am. Yes, on “purpose,” that’s it. Not exciting enough? Fine!

Like Fergie wants to know, “Where my party people at?!?” Here’s the rundown of the lowdown around town on New Year’s Eve. For those of you who aren’t heading west towards Los Angeles for an evening at the Mayan (please drive safely guys!), Azul Tapas Lounge will have 3 dinner seatings with fabulous entertainment provided by the incomparable talents of Denise Carter and impersonator Randy Roberts, who I first saw perform in Key West, Florida. Check out his website randyroberts.net for amazing photos of the illusions he does and an in-depth bio of his vast work on stage. Expect to see “Divas” on stage, including Cher, Joan Rivers, and Bette Midler. Check out azultapslounge.com.com for a mouthwatering menu and more information. If you wanted to make it an early evening, but still experience some of the fabulosity of Palm Springs, stop by Hunters where there’s no cover charge and a free champagne toast at midnight or try your chances at the Barracks’ cash balloon drop with great entertainment on hand, and possibly a fisting bottom. Word has it that Toucan’s Tiki Lounge will be packing them in as they always do decorated to the hilt with noise makers and revelers abound. Still not enough for you? End your night at Oasis for partying into the wee hours, but don’t come crying to me when you’re broke down and crunchy from the booze and brazen debauchery you endured. Designated drivers… a show of hands? F.Y.I. City Cab’s phone number is (760) 416-2594 if you don’t have friends or shady one’s that left you behind. Party smartly, but have fun kids! Adults, know your limits! It’s my party, and I’ll preach if I want to!

A few columns back during the quiet summer I created playlists of hot new beats and exciting fresh tunes for the iPod in everyone’s ears. It seemed to be a very popular collection of songs I assembled that got the most personal feedback on and I’m continually asked to do another sometime. For people to believe I know my music, I’m honored. Here’s the ultimate playlist for your New Years Eve extravaganza, no matter what it is, out-and-about on the town or at home with close friends. Enjoy! O and Happy Birthday to me. No silly, I’m not 30, I’ll be 41. But, I see where you’d get that.

TOP 30 of 2008
“Circus,” Britney Spears
“Sweet Dreams,” Beyonce
“2 Hearts,” (The Twelves Mix) Kylie Minogue
“Sandcastle Disco,” Solange
“Give it to Me,” (Jody Den Broeder Mix) Madonna
“Damaged,” Danity Kane
“Into the Nightlife,” Cyndi Lauper
“Feedback,” Janet Jackson
“Reach Out,” (Richard Visson Mix) Hilary Duff
“Baditude,” Spoon Harris & Obernik
“You” (Tribal Mix) Oscar G
“Still Standing,” Monica w/Ludacris
“Mercy,” Duffy
“Disturbia,” (Craig C’s Radio) Rihanna
“Just Stand Up!” Beyonce w/Co.
“Twisted,” Ultra Nate
“I Cho Am A Woman,” Margaret Cho
“Keeps Getting Better,” Christina Aguilera
“What You Got,” Colby O’Donis w/Akon
“So Strong,” Meck w/Dino
“Better in Time” Leona Lewis
“Dance Floor,” Crystal Waters
“When I Grow Up,” Pussycat Dolls
“T-Shirt,” Shontelle
“Taking Chances,” Celine Dion
“Hello Heartbreak,” Michelle Williams
“Energy,” Keri Hilson
“American Boy,” (Soulseekers edit) Estelle
“Up,” (Wideboys Remix) The Saturdays
“Flashing Lights,” Kanye West

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See you next year! SM.
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