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SideBar, the Gaslamp Quarter’s luxury nightclub and lounge known for its glamorous yet edgy vibes, is rolling out a lineup that promises high-voltage nights on the dance floor. In true SideBar fashion – intimate yet high-energy – each evening from February 25 to 28 will deliver a unique sound with the immersive party energy SideBar is famous for. From a homegrown open-format phenom to an L.A. radio legend (plus a surprise wildcard), every night will be an experience of style, celebration, and non-stop dancing beneath SideBar’s signature glowing lights.
Wednesday, Feb 25 – Nvious
San Diego’s own NVious (aka Nem Vulovic) is a classically trained pianist turned turntable phenom who’s been electrifying dance floors since 2008. After discovering his passion for DJing in Cleveland and making San Diego his musical home by 2010, NVious became a local favorite with a national reach. He effortlessly fuses festival-sized EDM anthems with hip-hop bangers, Top 40 hits, and house grooves to keep any crowd moving. NVious’s versatility and skill have landed him on stage alongside heavyweights like DJ Khaled, A$AP Ferg, and Future, and he even drops fire guest mixes on Pitbull’s Globalization Radio (SiriusXM), bringing San Diego’s flavor to listeners nationwide.
When NVious steps into SideBar’s booth this Industry Wednesday, expect the vibe of a VIP weekend on a mid-week night. One moment you’re vibing to a nostalgic throwback jam, the next you’re jumping to an electro-house drop – all delivered with the confidence and turntable finesse of a seasoned open-format pro. It’s a mid-week upscale rager, as this beloved local hero turns the luxe lounge into his personal playground under SideBar’s neon glow. Dress to impress, grab a mid-week cocktail, and get ready to dance shoulder-to-shoulder with San Diego’s in-crowd as NVious kicks off the weekend early with a high-voltage dance party.
Thursday, Feb 26 – TBD
Thursday night keeps the momentum going with a special guest DJ – TBD. SideBar is known for pulling in surprise talent, so this mystery headliner is sure to be worth the wait. Will it be a big-name artist fresh off a festival tour, or a local prodigy making waves in the scene? Either way, you can bet they’ll bring serious heat to the dance floor. Stay tuned to SideBar’s social channels for the announcement – and come ready for an unexpected, high-voltage set that will have the Thursday crowd buzzing. This secret DJ set promises all the luxury and energy SideBar is famous for, keeping the vibe upscale, unpredictable, and absolutely electric.
Friday, Feb 27 – DJ Kaos
Come Friday, SideBar amps up the energy with DJ Kaos, a San Diego native turned West Coast powerhouse. For over a decade, Kaos has dominated Southern California dance floors with his high-energy, anything-goes style. He’s an open-format phenom celebrated for seamless genre-blending and the kind of signature bootleg remixes that other DJs envy – no surprise he snagged San Diego’s “Best Open-Format DJ” title in 2018. Kaos’s talent and hustle have taken him far beyond the Gaslamp: he’s held court at elite venues from downtown SD’s Oxford Social Club to Chicago’s Prysm, ignited wild Las Vegas pool parties, and even spun at exclusive luxury yacht events. His résumé doesn’t stop there – Kaos has been the party maestro for celebrity-packed bashes (think Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner level) and shared stages with world-famous artists like Disclosure and Jason Derulo. When he’s not tearing up clubs, he reaches thousands as host of Sunburn Radio on SiriusXM, spreading San Diego’s party vibes across North America.
When DJ Kaos returns to his home booth on Feb 27, expect nothing less than a masterclass in crowd ignition. One moment he’ll drop an edgy house banger or a Top 40 mashup; the next he’s cutting in a hip-hop anthem or a surprise throwback with razor-sharp turntablist flair. With his hometown crowd in the palm of his hand, Kaos will whip Friday night into an all-out frenzy – imagine a Vegas-caliber party with San Diego’s upscale twist. The dance floor will be erupting as bottles pop and the stylish crowd vibes into the early morning. Friday at SideBar isn’t just another night out; it’s Kaos’s playground, and he knows exactly how to make his city move (and prove a SideBar Friday can rival any night in Vegas).
Saturday, Feb 28 – DJ SourMilk
Closing out the weekend, SideBar stacks Saturday with a heavy hitter from L.A: DJ SourMilk. As one half of Power 106 FM’s famous L.A. Leakers duo, SourMilk is a certified trendsetter in the West Coast music scene. He’s also Tyga’s official tour DJ and a SKAM Artist veteran who’s been DJing since the early 2000s. Over his career, SourMilk has performed alongside industry giants across genres – we’re talking Kanye West and Jay-Z to Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, and even rock legends like Ozzy Osbourne and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. (Talk about genre-spanning cred!) With his roots in hip-hop radio and a reputation for breaking new tracks, DJ SourMilk knows how to read a crowd and set it on fire.
When DJ SourMilk takes over SideBar on Feb 28, expect a Los Angeles-sized sound with massive drops and seamless genre-hopping that will push the party into overdrive. One minute you’ll be bouncing to a West Coast hip-hop anthem or a crowd-pleasing trap remix, and the next you might find yourself singing along to an unexpected rock or EDM twist – all woven into a pulse-pounding, crowd-pleasing flow. It’s the ultimate upscale party crescendo under SideBar’s neon glow and swanky décor. As confetti rains and the final beats hit, the dance floor will be at full frenzy, capping off a week of pure SideBar magic. This grand finale will have San Diego nightlife insiders talking for weeks – and everyone in the building will be part of the legend. In other words, Saturday night is going to be one for the books, as DJ SourMilk ends the month with an explosive celebration that embodies everything SideBar is about: high style, high energy, and an edge that keeps the crowd coming back for more.
Elevate Your Night – VIP Access & Experiences
- At SideBar, we’re all about luxurious experiences. From skipping the line to bottle service in your own private booth, here’s how to upgrade your night:
- Guestlist & Tickets: Get free entry before 10 PM with a Guestlist RSVP. After 10 PM, admission is $20 for general admission or $30 for VIP skip-the-line access.
- Reserve Tables: Party in style with our VIP Bottle Services, featuring premium liquor, mixers, private booth, and dedicated service.
- Private Events: Book the entire venue (4,000 sq. ft. + outdoor patio) for up to 350 guests. With LED screens, a top-tier DJ booth, and full-service options, we’ll bring your event vision to life.