It’s Summertime! …School is out and a person’s mind turns toward the “V” word. I am talking about “Vacation”. Visions of an Island paradise, turquoise blue water with a pleasant surf…and of course…the delicious notes of music that wafts effortlessly over the sand dunes. You made it. You are here! You are not at just ANY beach. You came to Charley’s Beach Club. And unlike most OTHER beach clubs, where all you go home with is a wicked sunburn and sand in your shorts, at the end of the night when you have been at Charlie’s you will feel different. You’ll feel like you were in the presence of family members…the good family members, and not that nasty sibling who stole your bestie when you were in High School, and who would mess with your Nintendo when no one was watching.
I was poking around the SL Destination guide the other day and stumbled upon this jewel of a club. It was near closing time, but even at that late hour, I know I had stumbled into a special place with some really spectacular folks. They had already had a “last call” and I asked the proprietor, Amilee, if she would sit for a moment and chat with me about Charley’s, and she graciously agreed. This is her story.
Amilee (Amiliee1)
(A1): Charley (jeepguy56) was a DJ, FOXY Radio station owner, and a great friend to
many of us, as well as a club owner. During his ten years on SL, he owned several
clubs and made many friends. Charley
considered himself a “Southern Gentleman” and never met a stranger. He was always making friends. He was loved and is missed by many. Those of
us who knew Charley wanted to keep this place running as a tribute to our good
friend, mentor, and confidant.
JB: What is your preferred musical genre, and what
kind of music are guests most likely to hear?
A1 Our DJs play classic rock, pop,
country western and have even been known to have Disco sets. Once a week we have blues at Charley's Mystic
Blues. Mystic Blues is a beautiful Blues
club above the beach club.
JB: You recently
changed locations. What was that all
about?
A1 After Charley passed away, I wanted to keep this amazing group of people together and give us all a place to dance, laugh, support each other, and of course keep Charley's vision alive - his love of music. Charley's Beach Club was created on a small piece of beach but we always had our eye on the beautiful corner beach next door. When it became available it was an easy decision to move and expand Charley's
JB: What a lovely build. Did you do this yourself? Or were others involved, and what were their
roles?
A1 When I opened
Charley's the plan was to recreate as much as possible from Harbor Breeze,
Charley's last club. So, things like the
stage and a few other items were used. Gjalt Lander, my partner, did all the amazing
landscaping and made the club so beautiful.
It still holds some of the original Harbor Breeze Charm. That was our intention anyway...and I think we
achieved that to a certain extent.
JB: There are
many beautiful beaches out there. What is the Charley’s Beach Club difference?
A1 What Charley's offers is great DJs and music, fun and friendly people in a very welcoming atmosphere. I think you will see it immediately upon landing…from the friendliness of the DJs and Hosts to the beautiful layout, as well as the selection of dances available. Couples, Singles, or Group line-dancing….it is all available at Charley’s Beach Club
A1 We are a
moderate club so I would think that most adults enjoy an array of music
genres. Folks who like to dance, laugh
and have fun, and make friends. As a
moderate club, we are here for the one who truly appreciates fine music and
classic rock. If someone is looking for
just another sex sim, they might be happier if they just kept on looking. But for people who want to hear some wicked
good music and a place to hang with their friends…Charley’s Beach Club is the
place for you.
JB: And just how
might a guest learn what’s happening at Charley's Beach Club?
A1 Joining
Charley's Group is the best way. That
way you will receive the notices we send out regularly. Also…we post the schedule of events on a
board on the sim. And finally, just
ask. DJs always announce when their sets
are starting and what genre they will be playing. They will also announce if there is a theme
or contest during the set.
JB: What has
been your biggest Challenge in Managing Charlie’s Beach Club?
A1 Successful advertising is always the most difficult activity. Friends can tell friends and bring them in but being found by new people is the challenge. With all the venues available in SL, it can be hard to decide if all they know is the club’s name. We are expanding our focus on advertising in hopes of getting the word out to more people.
JB: Do you have
any plans for future development?
A1 Charley's
Mystic Blues Club is something I have been working on along with the club
managers, AJ Rover, Jessie Rover, and Gjalt Lander. I have visited several Blues clubs in the
area, and we wanted to build something uniquely ours. Mystic Blues is a cozy,
inviting club where Blue's DJs can come and showcase their favorite blues. Come
for a visit and I guarantee you will want to return time and time again.
JB: So then,
Amilee. Is there anything else you would
like to share with our readers?
A1: I want to thank Gjalt Lander, (my partner) for all the many hours he spent landscaping and setting things up. Charley's is a beautiful place to come and sit with friends, play Greedy, and listen to great music, with or without our DJ's present. I want people to know they are always welcome at Charley's. Also, Josh, I want people to know I am looking at adding singers and concerts to Charley's line up We are hiring DJs and Hosts. If you are interested in knowing more, just talk to me.
So…there you have it Folks, for the finest in Beach
entertainment, scoot on down to Charley’s Beach Club and Mystic Blues. It will be well worth your time and you will
be so glad you did. Say “Hello” to
Amilee.
And when they ask how you found the place, tell ‘em Josh
sent ya.
Be there. Aloha!
JB
SURL Charley’s Beach Club: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Super%20Island/220/82/22
SURL Mystic Blues: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Super%20Island/204/79/1751
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