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October in the Gaslamp is built for late nights, and SideBar is giving October 21–24 a four-night soundtrack to match. The week moves from San Diego-connected selector Nvious on Wednesday to DJ 97 on Thursday, open-format heavyweight Crespo on Friday, and Angie Vee on Saturday. It is a sharp mix for a room that sits between polished lounge energy and a full-club atmosphere.
That contrast is part of SideBar’s identity. The venue describes itself as an intimate boutique nightclub and lounge, pairing seasonal craft cocktails and luxury VIP service with immersive lighting and live DJ sets. Its music program is intentionally broad: SideBar says resident DJs move from house to hip-hop, while its DJ talent search has explicitly prioritized open-format song selection, creativity, and overall vibe. This room is built for momentum, quick pivots, and sets that respond to the crowd.
Wednesday, October 21: Nvious
Nvious starts the run with a hometown connection. The Roster Radio has introduced him as a DJ representing both The Roster DJ Crew and San Diego, describing one of his featured mixes as an energy-filled set. He has stayed active locally, too: in March 2026, Nvious joined ALXCRTZ at El Chingon in San Diego for a Friday-night appearance that followed live mariachi and carried the venue’s anniversary party into the early morning.
That booking points to flexibility. Nvious is used to stepping into a room where the mood is already moving and finding the next gear, which makes him a natural fit for SideBar’s open-format lane. His social presence adds personality to the story: his @itsnvious profile connects his nightlife identity with The Roster MGMT and leans into the contrast between a software career by day and music curation after hours. For a Wednesday that should feel more like the start of the weekend, the San Diego connection is a major part of the appeal.
SideBar’s smaller, high-touch setting should suit that kind of approach. You are not watching the DJ from the other side of a massive room here; the music, lighting, lounge, and club energy all sit close together. That gives Nvious room to make Wednesday feel spontaneous rather than programmed.
Thursday, October 22: DJ 97
Thursday belongs to DJ 97, giving the week its wildcard slot. SideBar’s own DJ program makes open-format creativity a major priority, with technical ability, song selection, and overall vibe built directly into its talent criteria. The venue has specifically described the DJs it seeks as open-format club DJs, which gives Thursday the right setting for a set that can move with the room instead of staying inside a single musical lane.
At SideBar, that matters. The venue is intimate enough for each shift in energy to register quickly, from the first round on the lounge side to the later-night push beneath the signature lighting. SideBar itself promotes a mix of curated DJ sets, upscale décor, VIP service, and high-energy nightlife rather than a one-dimensional club experience.
DJ 97 gets the middle-of-the-week spot to turn Thursday into something less predictable. Come in without a fixed playlist in mind, grab your crew and let the set determine where the night goes. In a four-night run filled with established names and distinct personalities, Thursday has the most room for discovery.
Friday, October 23: Crespo
Crespo brings serious open-format credentials into Friday. His official bio traces his musical palette from a Chicago upbringing filled with Otis Redding, the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, salsa and merengue to a Miami chapter shaped by Miami bass, reggae, hip-hop and electronic dance music. His career has taken him to E11EVEN Miami, Marquee Las Vegas and festival stages including Electric Daisy Carnival and TomorrowWorld, and he has shared stages with Diplo, Steve Aoki and Wiz Khalifa.
His catalog shows the same crossover instinct. Crespo’s official site features his remix of “In My Feelings,” a remix of Chantel Jeffries’ “Wait” featuring Offset and Vory, and “Haciendolo” with Los Padres, Bozzi and Rosso. His current social bio also identifies him as the founder of Wired Sound Academy and Jaden’s official DJ, adding another layer to a career that stretches beyond nightclub appearances alone.
He’s also kept the club calendar busy in 2026. Crespo played TAO Nightclub in Las Vegas on July 11, then appeared with DJ Bamboozle at Marquee Dayclub the following day. Those back-to-back Vegas bookings show why his open-format style travels well: he can handle late-night club energy and a daytime party environment without relying on one narrow sound.
At SideBar, range is the appeal. Expect a night where hip-hop, pop, Latin influence, and electronic energy can all live in the same set. In a boutique room where the crowd is close to the booth, Crespo’s fast, confident musical shifts should fit Friday perfectly. His background is eclectic by design, and SideBar is exactly the kind of venue where that breadth can come through.
Saturday, October 24: Angie Vee
Angie Vee closes the week with the résumé and personality for a full Saturday. SKAM Artists lists her as a DJ, influencer and host and traces her roots to Southern California’s house-party scene, where her ability to read a crowd became one of her defining strengths. Her background as a dancer also feeds into a more physical, expressive performance style, giving her sets a presence that extends beyond song selection alone.
Her career highlights stretch from Hollywood celebrity events to major Las Vegas rooms. SKAM’s artist bio lists parties associated with names including Lil Jon, Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland and Eva Longoria, along with appearances at XS, Encore Beach Club, Marquee, Tao and Jewel. Those are career highlights rather than brand-new credits, but they show the kind of polished, high-profile nightlife environments that have shaped her approach.
Her current schedule makes the SideBar date especially timely. SKAM’s live booking page confirms Angie Vee at SideBar in San Diego on Saturday, October 24, after an October 17 Riverside date and before an October 25 appearance in Pomona and an October 30 booking in Palm Springs.
Angie Vee also brings the lineup’s biggest clearly verifiable social audience: her @djangievee Instagram profile showed roughly 113,000 followers in late September 2026. That reach fits the energy of a SideBar Saturday—stylish, highly social and built to be seen—while her long-running reputation for reading a crowd keeps the focus where it should be: on the room itself.
Nvious brings the San Diego link, DJ 97 keeps Thursday unpredictable, Crespo delivers wide-open musical range and Angie Vee closes with seasoned West Coast polish. Add SideBar’s intimate layout, craft cocktails, signature lighting and VIP service, and the week is ready for groups who want a night that feels elevated without becoming stiff. Pick your DJ, reserve your table, and meet the Gaslamp after dark.
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.