Louie Ysmael: Manila’s Nightlife King and His Coffee Table Book

Louie Ysmael launched a memoir of his extraordinaire life while he celebrated his birthday at the Metro’s premier nightclub, XYLO at the Palace

Before Manila’s King of Nightlife started his Top of the Alpha business venture, Louie Ysmael was known for his long club career as the Philippines’ party connoisseur. With a drink in hand, he entertained VIPs, mingled with hundreds of guests, raved with a number of crowds, and met with a couple of like-minded entrepreneurs and enthusiasts. Ysmael is an undisputed nightlife icon that was set to elevate the club scene and was inspired to create a disco league to the standards of Europe’s best. Thus, introducing the biggest and hottest dance clubs in the country.

In case you missed it: Top of the Alpha by Louie Y Opens Its Doors

Ysmael’s brimming nightlife history dating back from the 70s up to the expansion of the bar and club scene today was genuinely sensational that the idea of beautifully putting together his stories, testimonials from his nearest and dearest, and priceless photographs and visuals were aptly remarkable to showcase his legendary days. Through the form of a coffee table book that is a definite must-have for anyone who’s had a night out in Manila, expect to bask in the glory days of Louie Y and his many contributions to one of the world’s most exhilarating party capitals’ success.

Above Raoul Olbes and Louie Y

Raoul Olbes and Louie Y

1 / 1

Good Morning, Time To Sleep: The Adventures and Misadventures of Manila’s Nightlife Legend encapsulates four decades of Ysmael’s chronicles as ‘The King of Manila Nightlife’ within the hardbound book’s 300 pages. The literary manifesto is co-produced and co-written by Business Mogul and friend GP Reyes, alongside Lead Writer Enzo Teodoro, Art Director Olivia Repotente of Studio O, fashion icon and Project Manager Carmina Sanchez-Jacob and talent Manager Chere Gioskos.

Last November 22, the nightlife maven himself hosted the book’s launch and celebrated his very own birthday in the presence of Manila Society’s esteemed politicians, business luminaries, celebrities, and party royalty at XYLO at The Palace. The very special evening with a star-studded guestlist joined Ysmael’s family; his sister Techie Bilbao and two lovely daughters, Tamara and Missy, in paying tribute to the man behind the exceptional literary piece which is envisaged as the finest coffee table book to be ever produced in the country.

Above JP Tuason and Louie Y

JP Tuason and Louie Y

1 / 1

Business tycoons Andrew Tan with son Kevin, Hans Sy, and Iñigo Zobel, politicians such as Senators Ralph Recto and JV Ejercito, Mayor Bonito Singson, PAGCOR Chairman Al Tengco, DILG Asec Donnie Puno, former Congressman Gilbert Remulla, and members of the office of SAP shared the dancefloor with celebrities Fabio Ide, Tim Yap, JM Rodriguez, Mika Lagdameo, Bubbles Paraiso, Gretchen Fulido, Basti Artadi, and DJ Tony Toni.

Industry heavyweights Atty. Mike Toledo, Kiko Laurel, George Royeca, Nanik Chotrani, Erik Cua, Raj Sadhwani, Neil Paras, Johnny Velasquez, Chito Melo, Atty. Perry Pe, Peng Perez de Tagle, Toti Cariño, Monch Cruz, Jed Fernandez, Chef Reggie Aspiras, Charlie Carmona, and Jeff and KC Go, lined up to have their Good Morning, Time To Sleep copies signed by the King of the Night who also wrote personal dedications for all.

The celebration seemed endless as Arnel Genterone and Jon Monreal, the two DJs who had been playing in Ysmael’s clubs since Euphoria and Venezia, kept the guests intact with their party mood and made them dance all night long.

NOW READ

Rising Up: GP Reyes talks about 71 Gramercy

Al Fresco Dining in Poblacion: 14 Best Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in the Nightlife District

Remembering Nightlife In The Metro: Poblacion, Cubao Expo, BGC And More

Credits

Images: LPT

Kristina Isabel Oviedo

Features Writer, Tatler Philippines

Kristina's passion to write came from her love for books. If her nose isn't buried in one nor her fingers are tapping away on a keyboard working on a write-up, you'll find her having a feast at a new restaurant or savouring coffee in the nearest shop listening to rock music. Also interested in computer games and all things Japan, she spends her free time playing Dota 2, watching anime, as well as reading manga.