It’s 10pm at the restaurant TAO in New York City. A young unassuming man in a hoodie and beanie cap is holding court with various reporters in the middle of the restaurant. He takes time to chat with each person individually and is all smiles as he takes pictures with some of his fans. At the age of 22 Tim Bergling, known by his stage name Avicii, is already one of world’s top DJ talents. After making a big splash with his hit track “Seek Bromance” in 2010, Avicii took over the EDM scene in 2011. His track “Levels”, a sample of the late Etta James, was unquestionably one of the most popular songs of the last year. His melodic beats combined with some great vocals have helped bring electronic music to mainstream audiences throughout the country. MORE>>

It’s 10pm at the restaurant TAO. A young unassuming man in a hoodie and beanie cap is holding court with various reporters in the middle of the restaurant. He takes time to chat with each person individually and is all smiles as he takes pictures with some of his fans. At the age of 22 Tim Bergling, known by his stage name Avicii, is already one of world’s top DJ talents. After making a big splash with his hit track “Seek Bromance” in 2010, Avicii took over the EDM scene in 2011. His track “Levels”, a sample of the late Etta James, was unquestionably one of the most popular songs of the last year. His melodic beats combined with some great vocals have helped bring electronic music to mainstream audiences throughout the country. More»

In an industry as competitive and cutthroat as nightlife, very few people come a long that are universally loved and respected by the entire community. Rocco Ancarola is one of the industry’s biggest luminaries. A man who’s fun loving demeanor touched and influenced many of nightlife’s major players. More»

With all the hype about Yale University’s “Dance Music and Nightlife Culture in New York City” course. I got to thinking; if I were designing a nightlife class, what would the syllabus be like? Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to “Haute University.”

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Our resident nightlife columnist, Haute Nights is back at it today answering our readers tough questions, like how to become a promoter, and what to do in line at the club with that friend of yours that isn't exactly a perfect 10.

Check out part one here: [Haute Advice: Volume I]

Sean is a blogger and nightlife promoter at various venues throughout the city. Have your own question for Sean? Email: hautenightlife1@gmail.com. And, Follow him on twitter @hautenights. More»

Did you miss Haute Night's Behind the Rope series with Nightlife photographer Kirill?

Go read all about what it takes to be the Nightlife Photographer of the year:

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“I won’t shoot until 2AM sometimes,” he tells me straining his voice over the music “I’ll show up and just drink with everyone and become their friends. Then I’m that friend with the camera, not just a random photographer.” He grabs his Nikon D3 from a back room and heads to his friend’s table to shoot. Before he can get there, two gorgeous models lingering on the dance floor recognize him and immediately begin posing. He snaps a few photo’s, kisses them hello and makes his way through the crowd.

It’s just another night in the life of one of the most popular and committed photographers in the NYC club scene. In less than 3 years time Kirillwashere.com has become one of the most recognizable brands in nightlife. More»

It’s 3am and you’ve had one too many and you’re ready to make bad decisions. The girl in the ridiculously short cocktail dress grinding on you has already drank half your bottle. She’s giving you the look like it’s time to get out of here. Neyo’s voice is blaring from the speaker next to your head. He keeps repeating “There might not be tomorrow, so let’s do it tonight.”

Check please.

Casual sex is as common in nightlife as girls dancing on couches. However, it can lead to plenty of awkward situations. The following guide is collaboration between me and a party girl I’m good friends with, well call her “Haute Chick.” After exchanging some embarrassing stories, we got to talking about some of the common mistakes people make and how they could be easily avoided. More»

We have a new nightlife promoter/blogger writing for us and answering reader's questions. If you missed out on this weeks post check it out HERE:

[Reader's Nightlife Questions Answered by Haute Nights]

After we posted the two part series on the "Do's & Don’t of Picking Up Women” by Sean from hautenightlife.com, we had a couple emails from readers asking questions. Apparently, reader questions are not a new thing for this nightlife blogger/promoter. Today, we invited Sean back to share some of his favorite questions and answers from his inbox. More»