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There are places in SL that become synonymous with good times and SkyRanch is just such a place. What started out as a really novel idea has become an integral part of SL nightlife and community. Clubs in SL can seem a dime a dozen, but SkyRanch is among those that have carved out a niche for themselves. SkyRanch’s success is due to its friendly staff and crowds, fantastic music and amazing environment. Of course, behind any success is a talented and devoted individual. For SkyRanch that individual is club owner Thorn Andel. We were fortunate to get this busy guy to slow down for a bit to tell us about his spectacular venue.
inVd: How would you describe SkyRanch?
Thorn Andel: It’s a carnival up here at SkyRanch. I guess the concept is simple really...a friendly place to have a great time; a cornucopia of sight and sound if you will. LOL. But from the beginning Sky has always pushed the boundaries of Second Life
inVd: How did you come up with the name Sky Ranch?
Thorn Andel: The “SkyRanch” part comes from an old sci-fi movie I saw as a kid…something about Space Cowboys.We have been pushing the boundaries it all the time. In fact, we did the TV or Video thing last year. We have had SL's largest profile pic taker jumbo tron. (LOL. People complained about lag ...We will be doing more of that.) Our Top dance floor is at SL's highest. The one I had at 25,000 meters was returned recently "off world." We have what is likely one of SL’s largest “Glory Holes”. LOL. That’s keeping the cyber night life hopping and we have so much more in the works.
inVd: What advice do you have for those of us with slower computers or less graphics abilities to avoid the lag…besides buying a decent computer. LOL.
Thorn Andel: Well, removing one’s hud is a place to start. Our sim actually has less lag then most. We carefully watch the amount of scripts as well as monitor lag.
inVd: What was the best event you had so far? Does the club participate in any of the nonprofit events such as Relay for Life or Pride in Second Life?
Thorn Andel: Oh sure. We promote the worthy causes and yes we will have a great “Pride” event.One of our proudest events was last year on the 10th Anniversary of the death of Matthew Shepard. SkyRanch raised 50,000 L$ for the foundation.
inVd: Is there a philosophy behind Skyranch? And when is your next event?
Thorn Andel: Our philosophy is “Just be yourself and have fun.”Our next big event is the grand Opening of our New Location.
inVd: Can you give any hints at what’s in store at your new location?
Thorn Andel: Oh sure...bigger, faster, stronger, ‘badder’.... We are bring back the Giant Bucking Cock Ride. LOL. The new lounge has a more edgy look and feel.
inVd: I know everyone is excited about the grand opening. Is there anything else would you like the readers to know?
Thorn Andel: I hope everyone comes up for the experience and returns because they enjoyed themselves.
Tadd, Miguel and the whole SkyRanch crew are really pulling all stops to bring you something unexpected and always exciting up where the air is as thin as the clothing you’ll be dropping on the dance floor. SkyRanch is a fantastic place to enjoy some of the hottest music in SL while you enjoy dancing with friends and making new ones.
Weekly schedule
Monday DJ Andrey 7/9 slt
Tuesday DJ Juxy 7/9 slt
Wednesday DJ Rocket 7/9 slt
Thursday DJ Anjey 'Live' 8/10 slt
Friday DJ MC Hotboy 7/9 slt
Friday DJ Alma 'Live from Greece' 12am slt
