If you’ve been to Cool Out on Mondays, or Hot Flash parties, or The Party, you’ve probably seen one if not both of the Melissas around. They wear vintage clothes and just have a certain…. something about them. They’re also party promoters, having thrown events at ArtClub and The Cavern under the name “The Melissas Deluxe.”
I was intrigued to find out more about them, so I sent them some questions over email. Here’s what they said:
Who are The Melissas, and how many are there?
The original Melissas are Melissa Humphries (the redhead) and Melissa McQueen (the brunette).
How did you come up with the name?
People started calling us The Melissas and it stuck. Now it seems everybody we run into (together or apart) knows us by that epithet. We get, "Hey, you're one of The Melissas!" a lot.
How long have you been putting on events in Dallas? What are they like, for someone who's never been?
We've been throwing Melissas Deluxe parties (with our good friend, Melissa Ray) since late 2005. Our formula is simple: great local music and awesome DJs supplying you with an undeniable urge to get on the dance floor! The Deluxe parties attract all walks of life. We love both meeting new people and seeing old friends. Our goal is to give you a unique experience...it's all about the love!
What are you trying to bring that's different to the scene?
We believe what sets us apart is our charming ability to entertain. Every Melissas Deluxe party has its own concept. Past favorites include: The Ruby Revue's sexy burlesque show, Prom Nightmare at Avenue of Arts and She Dick's unforgettable performance at The Cavern.
Can you tell me a little bit about your background?
We're both originally from Southern California and both relocated to Marcus High School in Flower Mound, Texas. We lost touch after school, but reconnected again in 2003 (BFF style). Currently, we both reside in Lakewood.
There are very few women promoters in this city. How has that affected the events you're putting on, if at all?
We love that we are among the few women promoters enhancing the Dallas scene. It's such a thrill to take charge in a territory that's predominantly male oriented. We hope to inspire more women to do the same!
What have you got scheduled for the future?
More Melissas Deluxe parties, of course! Check out our Myspace page, www.myspace.com/themelissas for upcoming dates, information and photos from past events.
UPDATE: Here are more details on those parties: Cool Out with The Melissas Deluxe present DJ Sun on Saturday, December 15 at Zubar; and The Melissas Deluxe present It's What We Get with DJ Jeremy Jackson at The Cavern on Friday, December 28.
Melissa with the red hair, I always see you out wearing a vintage outfit. Where do you shop?
Melissa McQueen and I are both mad about Ahab Bowen in Uptown. What's not to love about Vintage?? Classic, tailored and totally unique...like us!
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