THE WORLD OF JESS INDEEDY

Jess Indeedy Interview with Latitude Festival

Jess Indeedy — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:09:07 +0000

I am so excited to be bringing my Musical Bingo to Latitude Festival 2013! Are you coming?

Latitude interviewed me for their Spotlight On section of their home page, you can read it below or indeed see on their website here.
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We chat to the lovely Jess Indeedy ahead of her In The Woods appearance…

Wednesday, 5 June, 2013

We catch up with the uber glam American presenter Jess Indeedy ahead of her Latitude appearance with ‘Jess Indeedy’s Musical Bingo’ this July! if you haven’t already heard, Jess Indeedy and the ever-eclectic DJ Helix will be bringing a whole lot of fun to the Latiutde woods with their famously addictive Musical bingo! It’s just like normal bingo but with songs instead of numbers! Cross songs off your bingo card as you hear them, and compete to win some amazing prizes…we’ll see you for a game, or two, or three…

Which latitude are you on right now?
I’m in our office/music room in Canonbury, London and my husband, DJ Helix is playing records for me while I buy fun prizes online.

Sum up what you do in one sentence for anyone who might not know…
I mostly make parties – our most famous one is ‘Jess Indeedy’s Musical Bingo’ which we’re so psyched to bring to Latitude this year, but I also created ‘Lunchtime Disco’ (a daytime dance party in Shoreditch) and ‘I Love Lists’ (the world’s first list making night), and I’m also a singer, DJ, presenter and writer of run-on sentences…

Latitude Festival can expect…
A big boombastic party as everyone plays bingo in musical form. I present the show, DJ Helix plays the tunes, players win some amazing and silly prizes, and this year we’ll have troupe of dancing bingo-loving grannies on stage called ‘The Granny Pack’. And it’s all going to go down in the middle of the woods. I can’t wait!

If I could one other person for the day it would be…
The longer I think about this question the more I get grossed out – I don’t think I’d want to wash anyone else’s private parts but my own.

The artist/book/record that changed my life was…
My mom was a painter so she definitely changed my life (or indeed gave it to me), and as for books, the ‘Oxford Dictionary of Quotations’ I believe changes my life on a regular basis. As far as records go we could be here awhile – I’d definitely say Carole King’s ‘Tapestry’ and anything from Bjork, John Coltrane and my man Mozart.

It might surprise you to know, but I am very good at…
Doing nail art. All you need is OCD and a steady hand…

My favourite place on earth is…
Wherever I can get my husband and entire family all in one place. This normally happens in Connecticut or New York where I’m from.

The last time I laughed until I cried was…
Last Saturday night, when I had a karaoke after-party at my house with dear friends.

When I was growing up, I wanted to be a…
Singer. I’ve always wanted to be on stage in a musical atmosphere so I’m pretty close to that I guess!

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
Always take the high road.

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We’re headlining the In The Woods stage on the Saturday night, hope to see you there!

Love, Jess xx

Probably My Favourite GIF Ever

Jess Indeedy — Thu, 30 May 2013 12:17:15 +0000

I love sloths. I got to pet one once when DJ Helix and I were on honeymoon in Costa Rica. Until now I’ve never seen a sloth with attitude because they smile all the time. Behold:

Thank you, Buzzfeed.

Hummus Bros. – Online Allergy Eliminator Menu

Jess Indeedy — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:15:14 +0000

Another post for any of my readers with food allergies and intolerances:

Bravo to London masters of the chick pea, Hummus Bros. for their online allergy eliminator menu: http://www.hbros.co.uk/ourfood/index.php

I loved this place already, but even more so now that I know they’re allergy-saavy. Well done guys.

The Hummus Bros. (not actually brothers)

Gluten-Free Pizza In London

Jess Indeedy — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:37:51 +0000

Having recently discovered that I’m one of those gluten-free people, I’ve found myself in a constant search for gluten-free versions of foods that I just can’t live without.

One of these foods is PIZZA.

Across the pond, both of my sisters and one of my nieces have the coeliac gene so I’m pretty well-versed in American gluten-dodging, but being a Londoner I’ve now got to find my own path over here.

I’m pleased to tell you that I have found a place called Stringray Cafe that serves excellent gluten-free pizza right in my neighbourhood! So I thought I’d share it with my readers in case you guys are GF too. They’ve totally conquered the shrinking pizza base problem, resulting in a lovely normal-sized pizza.

Gluten-free garlic bread with cheese.

My choice, the gluten-free Veneziana.

Helix’s choice, the GF Florentina. Notice the scale of the pizza against knife and fork – it’s normal sized!

There are three Stringray Cafes in London, in Highbury, Tufnell Park, and Columbia Road, and all of them offer GF pizza. They are baked in the same oven as regular pizza though, so if you are extremely sensitive and want to avoid cross-contamination you may want to give this a miss. Otherwise, buon appetito!

Watch this space for more gluten-free pizza reviews, because I will certainly be trying them all. I eat more pizza than a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle and The Ramones combined.

I’ve also found an excellent source of recipes and in-depth explanations and support for various food intolerances through The Adventures Of Limited Eating (http://limitedeating.com) by London-based nutrition consultant Casey LaZonick. Her site even features restaurant guides for people with food intolerances in various cities across the world! Definitely worth a visit.

I plan on experimenting with GF baking in coming weeks, if I come up with anything earth-shattering I will put the recipe on here!

With love,

Jess Indeedy

Lunchtime Disco Style File – April

Jess Indeedy — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:14:30 +0000

Ever wonder what to wear to Lunchtime Disco?

Take inspiration from these fun-loving lunchtime revellers:

My New Favourite Blog

Jess Indeedy — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:27:12 +0000

A good friend of mine introduced me to this blog yesterday, and it actually made me shed a tear of joy.

I don’t often blog about other blogs, but I think this love needs spreading.

Behold: Mrs. Fletcher’s Closet - a blog dedicated to the sartorial choices of Jessica Fletcher of Murder, She Wrote.

It’s like a dream I never knew I dreamt has come true. I mostly watch Murder, She Wrote because of the fashion worn by Jessica. Also I feel I have a lot in common with her: she’s a New Englander, I’m a New Englander, we have the same name, she doesn’t take shit from anyone, neither do I…

My favourite bits are when she travels to the UK (and often has an identical cousin with an amazing British accent).

Enjoy, and hope your heart sings as much as mine does when I read this blog.

Love,

Jess Indeedy xx

Musical Bingo + Karaoke In Islington

Jess Indeedy — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 21:58:39 +0000

Jess Indeedy’s Musical Bingo
returns to Lucky Voice Islington!

After a sold-out show last month, Musical Bingo with Jess Indeedy returns to Lucky Voice with our Musical Bingo + Karaoke Package! This spring, you music-lovers will be able to play London’s most addictive competition and belt out your favourite tunes all in one fun-soaked evening, an entertainment first!

WHERE:
Lucky Voice Islington
173-174 Upper Street, Islington N1 1RG
www.luckyvoice.com

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 10th, 2013
Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

PRICE:
Advance tickets £8 at www.musical-bingo.com
£12 on the door (subject to availability)

Join American presenter Jess Indeedy and eclectic DJ Helix for their famous competition and amazing (kitsch) prizes! Musical bingo is like normal bingo except instead of calling out numbers we play songs. Mark the songs off your unique bingo card as you hear them, and run up to Jess Indeedy to claim your prize!

Ticket holders will book a karaoke session in advance for their group in Lucky Voice’s plush private booths either before or after the bingo session. Instructions and available time slots will be provided upon booking.

Be sure to try our signature drink, the Musical Bingotini!

ABOUT MUSICAL BINGO WITH JESS INDEEDY
Husband and wife team Jess Indeedy and Helix have been sharing the musical bingo love for over 6 years at various pubs, clubs and festivals across the UK and New York. www.musical-bingo.com

Venues include Shoreditch House, Drink Shop & Do, National Theatre, Balham Bowls Club, Soho House New York, and Lovebox, Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Latitude, and Field Day festivals, and private events for SKY, Deutsche Bank, We Are Social, BBC, CedarCom, Whistles, ICE, Accenture, & ITV.

ABOUT LUCKY VOICE
Lucky Voice is the UK’s number one karaoke brand, with private karaoke bars across the UK, with karaoke rooms for between 4 and 15 people. These events will take place at Lucky Voice Islington, known for its delectable cocktails and located conveniently between Angel and Highbury & Islington stations.

THIS FRIDAY: Lunchtime Disco featuring DJ Jake Holloway!

Jess Indeedy — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:17:43 +0000

LUNCHTIME DISCO

FRIDAY, APRIL 5th AT THE BOOK CLUB
12-3PM (YES, IN THE AFTERNOON)
100-106 LEONARD ST, LONDON EC2A 4RH

LUNCHTIME DISCO IS LONDON’S ONLY DAYTIME DANCE PARTY, FEATURING AN ECLECTIC AND ALWAYS DANCEWORTHY MUSIC POLICY DELIVERED BY DJ HELIX AND JESS INDEEDY OF MUSICAL BINGO FAME, PLUS VERY SPECIAL GUEST DJS.

THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL GUEST DJ : JAKE HOLLOWAY (BBE)

Jake Holloway is a purveyor of jazz, funk, disco, soul, afro and latin music. Owner of Village Vinyl at Walthamstow’s Wood Street Indoor Market, Jake is also a renowned graphic designer and art director, producing artwork for BBE Records and Wah Wah 45s.

An avid record collector, we feel truly honoured to have Jake share his wealth of music with us at this Friday’s Lunchtime Disco session!

Listen to some of Jake Holloway’s mixes here on Mixcloud.
Here’s the Facebook event.

TABLE BOOKINGS
Lunchtime Disco is FREE ENTRY, but we recommend you book a table in advance for lunch – email info@jessindeedy.com with the number of people in your party.
Birthday parties welcome (and encouraged)!

Easter Nail Art

Jess Indeedy — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 13:33:15 +0000

I did some cute Easter nail art on myself for the weekend. It was really fun and relaxing to do, but I am fully aware these make me look like a crazy person:

Bank Holiday Boredom Cured

Jess Indeedy — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:32:52 +0000

It’s cold here in London. Reeeeally cold. Which probably rules out any outdoorsy Spring-related frolics this Bank Holiday weekend, unless you are planning on wearing ski gear.

On Thursday night (28th March) we are planning a team night out to the Wah Wah Easter Cracker at Bedroom Bar in Shoreditch, where we can see one of our new favourite acts live, Lea Lea, and let her sing us into a soulful electronic frenzy. Also playing is electronic + live superforce Paper Tiger, and DMC champ Mr. Thing with his world-class hip hop eclecticism on the decks! It’s going to be such a fun night, do join us.

Cover art from Lea Lea’s single, “Black Or White”.

Then on Friday (29th March), for the first time ever, our Lunchtime Disco falls on a Bank Holiday! This means that people who don’t work around Shoreditch can finally experience the phenomenon at The Book Club! We’ve got special guest DJ Pearl Wise (Shoreditch Radio) on the decks alongside yours truly and the much-loved DJ Helix.

So what happens at Lunchtime Disco? Well, not necessarily in this order, here are some examples of how you can have your best lunch break ever:

Eat lunch
Drink tasty drinks
Dance
Dance with a giant foam sandwich
Spend quality time with your friends
Hear eclectic and always danceworthy music from a plethora of DJs
Make memories

Lunchtime Disco will take place from 12 noon – 3pm this Friday, March 29th. It’s FREE ENTRY, but we do recommend you book a table for lunch. Email our lovely Abi@indeedyinc.com with the number of people in your party.

Yep, that’s Lunchtime Disco’s giant foam sandwich.

The rest of the Bank Holiday will be a mixture of relaxing and work for us here at Indeedy Inc., as we make plans for a summer of fun for you Londoners. It’s not really work though, is it?

Lots of love,

Jess xx