Thanks Tim.

I mean, if the best swipe people can make on the Ball is the security issues at the door and celebs that didn't get inside for whatever reason, I can live with that.

But the Players Cards solved the door issues, but most sponsors didn't take my advice.

Timmy had a Players Card.

We picked up our cards before the show from D and we got in just fine....

Thanks again D.... :thumbsup

First D$ Player Rule...

"Never Player Hate"

'Nuff said.

Pimp on D. :thumbsup

GREAT PHOTOS AARON

You out do yourself everytime
and I am so grateful to have met Arika Ames that night with you at Rum Jungle- New Breed, u have quite a little special lady there
:-))

Aaron's shit always rocks, it's amazing what he can do with those disposable cameras....lol

KB, we had a great time that night also, it was awesome meeting you and D-Money! And mega-props to Aaron for hooking us up that night! :thumbsup

Thank you KB!!!!!! You are such a gentleman! :winkwink:

Rule 3) Don't fake the funk or your nose will grow.

I don't see any Pinnochio pics in this thread.

Why would D$ break his own rules?
He would have to de-playa himself. :pimp

That is an awesome idea.

LOL I'm a hater now? Whiney pants alert! I can throw parties and take sponsor money and not let anyone in too FYI!

I am merely pointing out, how every PBall there seems to be a thread of apologies all blamed on security. Does no one brief them in advance? A simple "hey we have had issues with security for the past 4 yrs" might end up saving a foot and some drama for all involved.. But don't mind me, I'm a "hater".

snoochie boochies :pimp <--- pimp not a hater

Keep doing your thing D$. Your name is starting to ring bells for real in the music industry circut. Someone mentioned you to me yesterday and I didn't even bring the Ball up at all. Sounds like it's time to take it to the next level. :thumbsup

Players Cards are bitchin'.

The rules state it best.

:pimp

You guys should have added a date on the Players Cards.

ie: Member since: date

OK, maybe you're not a hater, I see your point.

But let's get the facts straight.

For any party thrown in Vegas, there are security issues. Any party in any major venue. 3 out of the 7 Players Balls in Vegas we had no problem, so I've pulled miracles off int he past.

Now if you had a perfect time getting people in last year and use the same venue, same security and more staff to help assist me, wouldn't you agree that there should be no issues? Well, there were. And it sucks. Should I never throw another gig because my parties are so hot that we get a mess at the door that professional security can't handle? No. Only 10% or less of our crowd GAVE UP. They all got in if they waited. Once a club is at capacity, people have to wait. We issued the same number of passes as last year too. I had more meeting about the structure of the lines at the door.

But let's end this issue about the door with this comment.

The party is the SPONSORS party more then it's D$'s party. I didn't even give myself a sponsorship for Marketingfirm, D$ Show or any of my other businesses. If it's the sponsors party, should THEY of had a person at the door to ensure their people got inside? Why do I take 100% of the fault? Anyone could have had a person stand there to make sure they got inside.

You're not a hater, I see your points.

The night was a HUGE success. For only 5% of the people to give up and leave in a wait isn't bad for a big time exclusive event, pretty good actually. I strive to get 100% of the people inside and I'm hard on myself when it doesn't happen. But don't lose sight that it's in Vegas during the busiest time of the year, CES. And it's the hottest party in Vegas ALL YEAR.

I'd say we accomplished a lot.

And the sponsors should be proud as hell. Most sponsors are thrilled with this event.

I think mainstream and music industry people appreciate these parties more then our industry.

If I stopped doing these events, people would miss them greatly.

It's too bad that the thousands of people who I stoke out every year don't post their support when the haters come out.

I can have only 5 haters who never even got in the party slam the event and the masses believe that it must be unsuccessfull because of them.

THIS WAS THE BEST PLAYERS BALL EVER!

And everyone who was inside for it would agree. Not only that it was the best Players Ball ever, but also the best party they've ever attended and best concert they've ever seen. You'll never again see artists of this level perform for a smal private industry party of less then 2000 people.

And because of this, we all love ya D :thumbsup

Shann I'd like to see you throw a party in Vegas the land where anyone with a $20 or $100 bill gets in anywhere

I don't care if Bill Gates throws a party in Vegas rest assured if someone is in front of his momma in line with a hundy they get in ...
simple as that


Anyone that's a "Player" knows how Vegas Works.

I didn't stand in lines for cabs, restaurants, or any parties

know why?

I was guy that was shtupping money in the pockets as well-

was that you standing in the long line after CES to go to the airport?

Sorry I scooted by everyone with my $20 and was there in 5 mins...LOL

Pimp Pimp Hooray

Nice idea. Mixing up the music groups will only benefit the show because it will appeal to people who have other tastes in music.

You just know that once one of these Hollywood stars or sports stars finds there way to a Players Ball, more will follow and it will be bigger then ever. Keep fingers crossed :)

Anyone who doesn't know how it works in Vegas shouldn't go... :2 cents:

We spent more on cabs and other services than on ourselves really, but didn't wait in lines or deal with any bullshit either. Your breakdown is exactly correct KB.

I could have gone mainstream years ago with this, but I've stayed true to my industry and gave our industry something we can all be proud about.

And I agree, these stars want to go, but it's still hard for even them to get into, which is cool enough with me.

But look out, we will cross it over in 2005, starting with MTV2's coverage.

Yeah or a number or something. Anything to put us early playas above the masses once everyone gets them. :1orglaugh

I believe I was one of the first to pick mine up on the day, thanks again for the Heinekens D$ :thumbsup

We could have easily sold my wife's card outside the event as people were asking how could they get one but she wouldn't part with it.

I actually did something better then date how long you're been a member for.

The first issue of Player Cards are Platinum. So when we do this again, they will be gold cards. Notice the back is platinum?

:pimp

D$ - You've tossed a lot of rock names out over the years but there has never been a rock act perform at the show. Not sure what % of webmasters are rap fans and what % are rock fans, but if you can get a decent non-rap act just once I'm sure that would go a long way towards making the % that feels like they are going for the fun and not the music actually enjoy themselves more.
I've been to 5 Player's Balls and have had fun at each one but about the only time I enjoy rap is while on SweetT's bus so having a decent rock band just once would make it all the better. I know there are a lot of webmasters who would agree with me.
I still say you need The Bloodhound Gang :2 cents:

Keep pimpin and hopefully rockin in the future.

Very cool... I actually see what you mean. Webmasters and industry people first, everybody else, including celebrities second. Wouldn't be right any other way. :thumbsup

D $- it'd be awesome if you could get like Nas, Fat Joe, etc Some East Coast stuff into the ball yanno...too much Westside stuff I feel kinda left out :/

Jesus dude...that would be huge...it would be like woodstock..Pimpstock!

Well this solves any future door problems. One line for Platinum, one for Gold. Anyone else must not be a playa and therefore should not be at a "Players Ball" :winkwink: :glugglug

You fucker :mad:

I liked the sound of that but someone JUST beat me to it

Domain Name: PIMPSTOCK.COM Created on: 12-Jan-05 :1orglaugh

LOL it was me...and I'll transfer it to D$ if he wants it.
:thumbsup

LOL good thing I regged it before I hit submit.

I might have to use that for next year.

I've been getting lot's of unhappy trade show exhibitors hitting me up, so I know there's a need for something different.

For years I was like family with AVN, then one day, they fired my wife while she was under contract. So, shame on AVN for not taking care of the people who took good care of them like my wife Jennifer Rosenblatt. Now, I don't mind doing something at the same time. All they had to do is honor a simple contract and pay her what's owed. It's time for the Internet industry to take this industry back.

Here here man. Good to know I am in an industry with people like you D. :thumbsup

It's yours man. just email me the info to transfer to at eros AT eroswebmaster.com

Great idea D! We're with ya!!!

haha Yeah I recognized the name, you had it already :thumbsup

So you would be competing directly with Internext? Is that the intention?

Lensman and Helmy are you listening?

D finally said something about his wife's lawsuit publically I am floored...

I don't know about you, but 4 days is about the most time I want to spend in Vegas at one time

If you do not believe this was not the BEST players ball to date I Offer this as evidence.

http://www.ialien.com/spamtec.jpg

And a video clip:

Check this shit out

I have no doubts that this years show was the best by fucken milestones.
Even for sponsors that get the cross over mainstream attention and buzz.

THis bitch crossed borders!

can someone make a poll
Would You Attend A Webmaster Show if It were Any Other Time in Vegas Than CES?

I'd persoanlly like to have a cabana at a hotel like the Hard Rock during a porn party...wouldn't you?

I think this summer instead of hurricane riddle florida we do something in Vegas