It's true, we are almost ready to go.... 

A little late night dig the vibe app testing. We are getting close and can't wait for people to dig the vibe. Did you dig the vibe of that....bar? club? concert? movie premiere? opera? street festival? anything... real-time event and place ratings online and on your phone.

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So it's summer and festival season. Everyone's rolling out to the fields, barns, and massive tents to hear the good stuff. The past 5 years the festival scene has really exploded. Before it used to be large groups of band wanderers - you'd follow the Grateful Dead or Widespread Panic for the summer and that was how it went down. Now massive festivals are in every city and comprise bands from every genre. Although it's hard to boil it down to just five - these are the dig the vibe all time top 5 how to pack for a festival tips.

1. Bring something fun and crazy to do when you aren't at the shows. Think campground fun - guitars, drums, frisbees, or digeridoos. The activities will also help you make festival friends with those around you and keep you feeling it.

2. Pack clothes that look clean even when they are super dirty. Showers are often a luxury at these gatherings, so make sure you can wear and re-wear some of your duds. Reverse it, water bottle wash it, and hang out it to dry.

3. Bring a grocery bag of your favorite snacks from home or wherever. But only bring one bag - don't go crazy with the food. Biting into your favorite snack bar or treat will go a long way when you are tired, been dancing all day, and just can't move from your tent.

4. Bring along a camel-bak or multiple ways to hydrate. People can go a week without food, but die quickly without water. Hydration is key. Even if you aren't thirsty keep drinking. Pack powdered Gatorade or whatever you need to stay hydrated. It will keep you going and digging the vibe all weekend long.

5. Last but certainly not least - pack efficiently. Don't bring too much stuff. Or to little.  Be strategic and understand that everything you pack needs to have a purpose. Also don't forget the essentials - water, clothes, and fun stuff. Toiletries optional (j/k bring a way to clean off with a water bottle and t-shirt).

Have fun and stay safe out there kids. Put on them dancing feet.

Because this is what the kids are into. Skrillex's hotter than a tv dinner. Anything bumping. Give it the beat. Boom. Happy Monday night from all of us here @digthevibe

Since we are getting closer to release over here at dig the vibe, we decided to put up a new website at http://digthevibe.com, with a way to sign up to be a part of the beta testing and a countdown. Check it out...

A little bit different than over here at dig the vibe, but this captures the spirit well. There is a lot out there right there - the key is being clear, transparent, and having a unique value proposition. What really differentiates you? Alright.... just watch. #DTV

coming soon....

So the weather is starting to turn in Chicago. It's been an incredible weekend. We are all itching for those summer parties. It looks like Tao in Vegas knows what's up. Check it out. dig the vibe

So you want to throw a party huh? Like a once in a lifetime straight feeling it for weeks party? We'll over at dig the vibe we're in the party business. The real party business. From the backyard shindig to the party in the Hamptons to a legit night on the town rager, we've got you covered. There are some common threads you need to be aware of. Here's a list of five things that every party needs to be killer bro... or sis

1. The venue matters- pick somewhere that speaks to your audience. Make someone feel comfortable enough, but still excite them with visual candy...

2. Invite the right mix of peeps. You definitely need a solid guy girl ratio and it pays to invite a few of your rainmaker friends. You know the party types that get everything going and as the night goes on, keep everything going.

3. Establish the ideal drink food combo situation. Don't leave anyone wanting, but also don't give too many options. There's no need for a gin and root beer, know what I'm saying? That ain't classy or fun. Speak to the people and give them the goods. It fuels the party and rounds out the vibe.

4. Have a surprise. Something, anything and pull it at the right time. If you know your peeps you'll know what to do.

5. Know when to make moves. If it's getting awkward or people aren't feeling it, have the next step lined up. Be flexible and ready to move at an instant. If you've gotta take the party somewhere else - know the place.

keep it bumping. what up now? dig the vibe