R&B occupies a singular and almost untouchable position within the musical landscape. From Teddy Pendergrass’ velvety devastation on “Love T.K.O.” to Cassie’s understated cool on “Long Way 2 Go,” the genre has proven to be generationally fluent. Though separated by decades, these records are cut from the same cloth, capable of stopping a room and eliciting a collective “ooooohwee!” the moment the DJ lets the needle drop.
Wax Rabbit’s U Remind Me R&B night taps into that energy every third Thursday. The monthly party, hosted inside of Durango Resort’s low-lit speakeasy at Mijo Modern Mexican, feels like a cultural phenomenon unfolding in real time.
Behind the scenes is Morgan Gould, a marketing director for MAC Agency who also performs as DJ Technicolor. Gould co-founded the party alongside DJ SpydaT.E.K (Jermaine Spearman).
“The party encompasses R&B as a whole,” Gould says. “The early 2000s sound is part of what we do because it creates a party atmosphere. But the goal is also to play newer stuff like Leon Thomas and Victoria Monét ... and even go back to Bobby Brown and Babyface. [It’s] to encompass R&B as a whole and to present an overall great experience for fans of the genre.”
There’s a sincerity to the party that’s hard to fake. People dance without any worries about who’s watching. Their shared reverence for the genre drives those inhibitions out the door. And Wax Rabbit’s allure adds to the ambiance. Red light washes over everything, immediately signaling that this is a grown, intentional space. Luxe couches hug the walls, burnt-red drapery softens the edges, and the bar serves craft cocktails and bottle service with a mezcal and tequila-forward menu.
One of the night’s defining features is Wax Rabbit’s vinyl-only policy. “It’s really fun to play on the medium of vinyl,” Gould explains. “You remember when you got that record, there’s a story behind it. Like, oh, I was shopping in Toronto, walked into this little store and found this rare 45 of this song I’ve been searching for. It’s like a treasure hunt.”
While vinyl DJ sets often get stereotyped as passive listening sessions, U Remind Me subverts that expectation entirely. The crowd interacts freely—less audiophile showcase, more house party energy. That vibe is anchored by headlining DJ SpydaT.E.K and co-headliner DJ Jkrazy, whose chemistry has become inseparable from the party itself.
“There’s not going to be a U Remind Me without them,” Gould says.
Their reputation has even attracted DJ Pee .Wee—better known as Anderson .Paak—who played a surprise set after being introduced to the party through the MAC Agency. The appearance added legitimacy, but Gould credits social media, especially TikTok clips of the night, for driving much of the momentum.
U Remind Me launched about six months ago, but it’s already drawing wraparound lines for nearly every event. Wax Rabbit’s intimate capacity enhances the energy and getting there early is encouraged, though even late arrivals usually find their way inside.
But keeping the event monthly is essential, no matter how popular it becomes.
“If it becomes weekly, you lose the specialness,” Gould says.
And that sense of occasion is exactly what makes U Remind Me work. It honors an era when R&B was club-forward, party-forward and emotionally communal—slow jams that became sing-alongs, records that turned into shared history and a night you leave with plans to return.
U REMIND ME Every third Thursday, 9 p.m., $20 after 10 p.m.. Wax Rabbit, Durango Resort, waxrabbitlv.com.
A tour through Wax Rabbit’s updated cocktail menu
Can’t decide what to sip on? Fall down the Wax Rabbit hole, where cocktails double as an adventure for your palate.
Wax Rabbit's Hidden Passion
Begin your journey with the Despierto Martini, a Latin twist on the classic espresso martini, marrying the smooth warmth of Casamigos Reposado with Kahlúa and a freshly pulled shot of espresso. It’s rich, bold and $18 well spent. For something tropical with a surprise kick, theHidden Passion ($18) blends Espolón Blanco, Strega, guava and pineapple into a bright, fruity, and floral dance. And the Jalisco Sour ($18) plays with texture and intrigue, whisking Patron Silver and egg whites for a frothy base, and Altos Terrazas Malbec for a sip that balances tart, sweet and smoky notes.
Shots, meanwhile, are tiny explosions on the tongue. The Mexican Candy ($12) is rimmed with tajín and shaken with Patron Silver and fresh watermelon, while the Jackrabbit blends Código Reposado, Kahlúa and espresso into a $12 jolt of caffeine-meets-happy-hour adrenaline.
Even non-drinkers get their moment with the Desert Goddess ($15). The mocktail swirls pomegranate, lime and agave into a non-alcoholic Amalve Blanco that’s crisp and refreshing.
While this list only scratches the surface of Wax Rabbit’s offerings, each sip flirts with flavor, texture and whimsy.
