Friction Chicago

by Brandon Andrew

Calexo was started by a group of friends dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to push boundaries, experiment with new forms of expression, and connect with a wider audience.

Friction is a manifestation of that goal.

We created Friction to give DJs a chance to play and experiment with sound and to delight the crowd.  With stunning graphics, a THUMPING sound system and Calexo available at multiple bars, we had hundreds of people smiling from ear to ear.  

 

Club Chow, Shaun J Wright and Mike Servito performed for over 7 hours to a sold out crowd who didn’t want to leave when the lights came on at 5 AM!


It was our biggest and most fun activation to date (we are still buzzing from the energy!) and after seeing what a smash hit it was we are looking forward to bringing Friction to a city near you.

 

We created interactive installations, sampled and sold drinks and most importantly danced until our knees gave out with a couple hundred of our closest friends.  This is why we created our alcohol alternative company; to give our community more ways to get together and celebrate music, art and new friends.  Thank you to the many many people who worked hard to make this possible!

Check out some behind the scenes footage and recap of the amazing party below.