OS.MO.SIS satisfies loyal patrons

Curtis Campbell, Gleaner Writer

Patrons who turned out for Osmosis on Saturday night at Fort Charles, Port Royal, were treated to good food and a plethora of musical selections from the disc jockeys.

The venue was recreated to resemble an outdoor club bearing a VIP balcony and dance floor on the ground level. The organizers even went all out to enhance the club effect by strategically placing a huge silver chandelier above the partygoers.

At midnight patrons were still making their way into the venue. On the dance floor, they were greeted by the 'Osmosis ladies' who gave samples of the inclusive mixes that were available.

Nuh Bait by Sean Paul and Nike Air by Mr Vegas thumped from the speakers, creating that desired party vibe while dJ Nicco played popular songs in his dancehall segment.

Patrons were seen flocking the many bars where they were exposed to a variety of beverages. Others directed their attention to the food court which provided several dishes.

Delivering that tantalizing smell that caressed the atmosphere were chefs from Monsters Grill, So So Food Station, The Groove, Cuddyz, Pizza Hut and Elite Kreations among others.

Old school hip hop

DJ Nicco switched musical genres at 1 a.m., and played old school hip hop such as Only You by Biggie Smalls and 112, and Maria Maria by Santana.

Patrons rocked to the beat, many in each other's arms, while others were quite content with exploring the venue, walking from booth to booth, interacting with the different customer service personnel who were eager to provide information about their products.

Renaissance during their stint around the turntables, gave audience music from the likes of Busy Signal and Junior Gong.

Welcome to Jamrock had the males echoing roars of approval and Busy Signal's Jail had everyone in the venue singing, "wi naah guh a jail again."

Delano of Renaissance was in no talking mood, as he simply executed his craft. The experienced dj reaped much success in getting the patrons to dance by playing songs such as Bike Back and Freaky Gyal by Vybz Kartel as well as Cham and O's Backway.

Coppershot selectors also delivered a good set. Dressed as nerds, the comedic selectors brought Osmosis to a climax by playing a series of dancing songs ranging from the Jamaican Log On dance move to the American Duggie made popular by rap group Cali Swag district.

At 3 a.m., patrons were still dancing, drinking and eating with no indication of going home soon, as all seemed satisfied with the standard set by the organizers of Osmosis.

Here are some of the highlights: