Las Vegas Mixtape v30: Darkwave Bliss, Havana Rises Again, and Nightlife Tastemakers Bash

Track #3: Rise of Disco @Groove Manor

The Vegas hospitality community is a strong one. Someone who’s helping to further unify this group is Steve Papageorge, a relatively new Vegas resident and former New Yorker. He’s the CEO of Genuine Overkill, the company behind Rise of Disco.

It recently held its first event—a beverages-and-disco bash at a massive vintage party house in Vegas, dubbed “Groove Manor”. A DJ supplied the disco sounds, and various folks came dressed in ‘70s attire, including one mesmerizing roller skater.

On hand were such influential names as James Trees (Esther’s Kitchen), Kim Owens (Main St. Provisions), and Frank Sidoris (Hard Hat Lounge).

“With our first event, bartenders showcased their craft with cocktails featuring our spirit sponsors, while brand reps, mixologists, managers, and owners came together in a setting designed for genuine connection,” says Papageorge.  “At its core, ‘Rise of Disco’ is about strengthening the fabric of nightlife by bringing the right people together—and this was just the beginning.”

The evening’s networking vibe was friendly and meaningful. It was no doubt enhanced by the array of spirits, not to mention the pizzas overflowing from the outdoor ovens. Me, I arrived to Groove Manor at 7pm and had a hangover there by 9pm. Blame it on the bourbon.

Watch a clip of the party here: Rise Of Disco Event One.