Finding the right venue...

It's not as easy as one would think. Of course everyone has their own standards, but there are at least four fundamentals everyone must think about before even considering a spot to host a night. Sound, location, capacity, and VIBE are essential. Of course that is only the beginning. If you do find a spot that does have these essentials, the next step is to approach the bar or club owner. Somehow find a medium where both parties can make money and have a good time. For now let's not get into that side of it... for some reason the venue owner often thinks that the promoter or organizer shouldn't have to make money. I'm pretty sure they assume that we should just be lucky to have a spot. Weird. Let's just leave it at that.

I found a venue for Tuesday nights. Well let's see now. The sound is definitely there. The location is in downtown LA which means that people from Hollywood and the West side are both able to venture out. Capacity is perfect for a Tuesday - roughly 150 I would say. The owner claims 250, but for a Tuesday night a small, intimate spot is ideal. The VIBE: three quarters windows, flashing lights, and a bouncer who deters people from wearing shorts inside. Hmmm I'm not sure if that's the vibe I was anticipating. There lies the problem. I want this spot, and I want to begin this night. Honestly, I am afraid that I'm not being true to who I really am. Bright lights, dress codes, and judges. That's not me.

Philter is a love potion

Philter began with Myke really.

Philter was actually Myke's favorite word. It literally is defined as a love potion. I bet you didn't know that...don't worry, not many people do.

Myke and I lived in Seoul, Korea and we're together for 2 years before he passed away from liver cancer. He taught me everything about music, love, having copious amounts of passion... and all the good things I know about life. He introduced me to Giles Peterson, Cinematic Orchestra, Jazzanova, Fela Kuti... and so many more of the goodies. He got me hooked... on music, life, traveling and having a good time all the time.

Mike was the love of my life.

It's simple, I want everyone to have as much fun as I do, and as much fun as Mike did then.

Philter is here to inspire you to do the things you really want to do in life.

We produce events.

Music, Art, Love, Life, Creativity, and Positive Energy.

phil·ter also phil·tre (fltr)

n.

1. A love potion.

2. A magic potion or charm.

tr.v. phil·tered also phil·tred, phil·ter·ing also phil·tring, phil·ters also phil·tres

To enchant with or as if with a philter.

Philter and Me

My name is Mary...
I love music, friends of all sorts, traveling, and living life to its absolute fullest. I started Philter to inspire people to do the same. We create events of all forms - mostly music and art.
That's all...that's the story.
Come dance with me!