Saturday, May 5, 2012, Nightlife Guide
Saturday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Saturday night is a time to celebrate, and what better way than on top of the city of Rio de Janeiro. The Botafogo Social Club is back at Alto Vidigal to celebrate their two year anniversary, and they will be doing it in style. Playing on top of the mountain, expect nothing less than the best in House music, along with some classic funk & soul and a sweet birthday surprise that will surely be the buzz of the month! Sounds from UK/U.S. DJs Doug Gray, Mike Frugaletti and Tee Cardaci.
LIVE:
Ceu (Lapa)
Singer and songwriter Ceu will play for the first time in Rio, promoting her new CD release “Caravana Sereia Bloom”, released on Urban Jungle / Universal.
Circo Voador – 10PM
Rua dos Arcos, 1, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2533-0354
Entrance: Contact Venue
CLUBS:
Botafogo Social Club 2 Year Anniversary at Alto Vidigal (Vidigal)
Saturday night is a time to celebrate, and what better way than on top of the city of Rio de Janeiro. The Botafogo Social Club is back at Alto Vidigal to celebrate their two year anniversary, and they will be doing it in style. Playing on top of the mountain, expect nothing less than the best in House music, along with some classic funk & soul and a sweet birthday surprise that will surely be the buzz of the month! Sounds from Uk/USA DJs Doug Gray, Mike Frugaletti and Tee Cardaci.
Casa Alto Vidigal– 11PM
Av. Armando Lombardi 999, Barra de Tijuca – Tel: (21) 3153-8595/ (21) 2495-6008
Entrance: R$15 with guest list, R$20 without guest list
Stereo Zero (Gávea)
While enjoying the incredible ambiance of 00, listen for the unmistakable sound of vinyl, filled with sounds of new releases and classic remixes from indie rock, pop, new disc, house and more with DJs Cobra e José Roberto Mahr!
00 – 10PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: R$25
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Roda de Bamba (Lapa)
The group is known for their tours of classic samba. Their repertoire includes Noel Rosa, Ataulfo Alves, Nelson Cavaquinho, Guilherme de Brito, Ismael Silva, Top Hat, Candle, Silas de Oliveira, among others.
Café Cultural Sacrilégio – 10:30 PM
Av. Mem de Sá, 81, Lapa – Tel: (21) 3970-1461
Entrance: R$30
Batuque na Cozinha (Lapa)
The group Batuque na Cozinha is sponsored by Martinho da Vila, and is currently considered one of the main groups of the new generation of samba, well known for their shows around Rio de Janeiro, especially in Lapa.
Lapa 40º – 10:30 PM
Rua do Riachuelo, 97, Lapa – Tel: (21) 3147-9005
Entrance: R$30
PUBS & BARS:
Blue Agave (Copacabana)
Some of the best Mexican food — and the best margarita — in Rio, plus live American and European sports on TV. They also have the original location in Ipanema.
Blue Agave – 12PM
Rua Aires Saldanha 21C, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Lord Jim’s Pub (Ipanema)
The oldest pub in Rio in its newest guise and a great local crowd. Known for its live music and happy hour.
Lord Jim’s Pub – 7PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 44, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2249-4881
Entrance: Not available at time of press
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