MAX RODRIGUEZ is a New Orleans native, and now considers himself a New Yorker, but is never very far from his Louisiana roots.  Now a mainstay at Splash, over the years Max has played many of the legendary New York City nightclubs:  Private Eyes, Limelight, Roxy and Palladium.  While at Private Eyes he became involved in video editing, and has worked with artists such as RuPaul and Gloria Estefan, in addition to creating his own signature video remixes.  He also travels extensively doing guest DJ spots throughout the United States and abroad.
	LYDIA PRIM has what seems to be a direct connection to the dance floor, and is one of the most liked and talked about DJs in the country. With a style that is definitely all her own, she incorporates a soulful blend of tribal beats, progressive trance, and the perfectly timed anthem vocals….all with a distinctive butch edge. Lydia has held residencies in major clubs across the country, and has played virtually every major circuit party in North America.
	DARREN THOMAS is equally comfortable presiding over a dance floor, a video bar or a state-of-the-art light show, and is the senior resident DJ at the Bourbon Pub / Parade in New Orleans.  Darren was recently voted “Best DJ in New Orleans,” and has played venues and events from New York to Los Angeles.  With his own unique style, Darren is deserving of the reputation as a consistent crowd-pleaser.   Under his guidance, the Bourbon Pub / Parade has been voted the “Best Dance Club” in New Orleans for the past ten years, and has twice received the coveted “HI-NRG Nightclub of the Year” award from Dance Music Authority magazine.
	JAYSKEE has established himself as a cutting-edge visionary with an extraordinary knowledge of music's ability to create an unforgettable club experience.  He has a broad following in cities throughout the country, and has recently been selected by Billboard Magazine to serve with some of the nation’s most popular DJ’s on a panel responsible for compiling the Weekly Billboard Club Chart.
	BRENDAN THOMPSON caught the DJ itch while still in high school, and landed his first gig at the age of 17. After college he relocated to Chicago, where he mastered the world of video music during a 4-1/2 year residency at Roscoe’s in the heart of Boystown. After working with a major recording artist, Brendan brought his unique video talents to New Orleans in early 2000. With an innate ability to know exactly what people want to see and hear, and drawing from his extraordinary music and comedy video collection spanning three decades, Brendan mesmerizes customers on a daily basis.
	CHRIS ALLEN began his DJ career 25 years ago.  A Southern California native, he had residencies at Palm Springs' legendary C. C .Construction Co. and several other clubs in the area.  Chris worked as a guest DJ in New Orleans at Cafe Lafitte's during Mardi Gras of 1998.  He fell in love with the city, and relocated three weeks later.  Now focusing exclusively on video programming, he calls The Bourbon Pub home, and enjoys playing his trademark "fun, energetic and slightly twisted" sets.
	GARY NOLAN began his DJ career in the Miami / Fort Lauderdale area at the age of 18. He moved into broadcast radio, eventually becoming the Morning Show host and Program Director for several great stations across the country. After years of 3AM wake-up calls and studio work, he made the decision to return to his passion of playing for a live crowd. Many years of mixing and editing music videos have allowed him to do what he truly enjoys, and today his videos are played in popular video and dance clubs throughout the world.
	BLAIR QUINTANA has a musical range that spans from deep soulful house to "way up high" with dance floor pumping divas.  Blair began his career working the "raves" at New Orleans' State Palace Theater with his signature energetic trance, and has evolved to embrace a wider variety of sound.  He is now a resident DJ at The Bourbon Pub / Parade, and is equally comfortable choreographing the state-of-the-art light show.
	CHI CHI LaRUE - What can we say about adult video's biggest living legend?  With a consistent ability to get the best out of men, Chi Chi is firmly established as the top director in the industry.  Wearing many hats, Chi Chi is also an author, recording artist, award-winning music video director, film producer, webmaster of one of the largest adult Internet empires, and most recently a DJ.  The Diva of Decadence returns for the 11th year to host her Official Kickoff on Thursday night upstairs at The Bourbon Pub, where she will be "holding court"  throughout the weekend.
	LADY BUNNY is the reigning "Drag Diva" and an institution in New York City.  She created the very popular "Wigstock" festival, and travels the world performing.  With a wicked sense of humor, she is the consummate professional and one of the hardest working women in entertainment.  Lady Bunny returns for her third year to Southern Decadence in 2008, bringing her outrageous one-woman show to The Bourbon Pub on Friday, August 29.  Click HERE to watch Lady Bunny in action.
	SHIRLEY Q. LIQUOR is actually Charles Knipp, a white actor who performs as a woman in blackface.  Her comedy CDs continue to set new records as the #1 and #2 best-sellers of all time on mp3.com, and she was recently selected to record introductions on RuPaul's latest CD.  This will be Shirley Q. Liquor's fourth Southern Decadence.  Every one of her previous shows has sold out in advance.  Read all about the Queen of Comedy HERE.  And click HERE to listen to Shirley Q. talk about her new neighbors.  Shirley Q. Liquor performs on Saturday, August 30 upstairs at The Bourbon Pub.
	DEBORAH COX has been singing professionally since the age of 12. The Canada-native's four-octave range, smooth, powerful voice, and incredible stage presence have earned her a place at the top of the dance music charts. She is equally comfortable on the Broadway stage, as well as the silver screen and television.  Deborah performs on Saturday afternoon at the BOURBON STREET EXTRAVAGANZA, presented by Napoleon's Itch in cooperation with The Bourbon Pub.
	KIMBERLEY LOCKE gained fame and fortune as a finalist on the hit series American Idol in 2003.  She was the first Idol to have a hit single enter the Billboard Magazine charts at #1.  She has since had seven #1 hit songs.  Kimberley performs on Saturday afternoon at the BOURBON STREET EXTRAVAGANZA, presented by Napoleon's Itch in cooperation with The Bourbon Pub.
	ADAM KILLIAN has performed at circuit events and nightclubs throughout the United States, and in many foreign countries including Canada, England, France, Germany, The Netherlands and Japan.  A New Orleans favorite, he returns to The Bourbon Pub for Southern Decadence to choreograph and appear in stage performances throughout the weekend.
	JEANIE TRACY  is a classic dance DIVA with many hits to her credit, including her own version of "Don't Leave Me This Way," "Keep The Party Jumpin','" her huge # 1 hit "The Power" with Rosabel, and the massive dance club hit, "Cha Cha Heels" which was remixed by Ralphie Rosario.  Jeanie performs at the BOURBON STREET EXTRAVAGANZA presented by Napoleon's Itch in cooperation with The Bourbon Pub on Saturday afternoon.
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