Quarters Brighton, the newest venue from Amaad Venues, is proud to announce a pioneering partnership with AudioActive, the South East’s leading non-profit music organisation dedicated to empowering young people and emerging artists through music. This collaboration brings together Quarters’ commitment to world-class live music experiences with AudioActive’s expertise in youth development, mentoring, and creative opportunity.

Together, Quarters and AudioActive will curate events led by AudioActive members, with both talent and crew coming from the organisation and supported by Quarters, giving young people hands-on experience in planning, staffing, and delivering live music showcases. The partnership will provide paid internships offering real-world experience across all aspects of running and managing a professional venue, while creative opportunities, including rehearsal and recording spaces, content creation for personal platforms, and guest list access, ensure music remains accessible to those who need it most.

This partnership will create concrete, actionable opportunities that give young people genuine ownership of the Quarters space and the chance to shape its cultural impact. From the outset, Quarters has aimed to be more than just a club, actively contributing to its local community and providing a platform where the South Coast music scene can flourish.

AMAAD Co-Founder, Paul Jack said, “When we started building Quarters, the aim was never just to open another club. We wanted a space that really belongs to the community. AudioActive’s mission and the young people they support align perfectly with what we’re trying to create in Brighton. Together, we’re building real opportunities, real pathways, and a place where new talent can grow, perform, and genuinely shape the city’s music culture.”

Michelle Hunter, Director of Programmes, Communications and Marketing at AudioActive said, “Quarters share our belief that young people deserve genuine access to the spaces shaping our music culture. This partnership creates real, paid opportunities across performance, production and venue operations  not just for artists, but for the next wave of industry talent. It’s the kind of collaboration that strengthens a city’s cultural ecosystem and makes the South Coast a place where young creatives can grow and be seen.”

Every guest list allocation at Quarters will include a £5 donation to AudioActive, with all contributions tracked and shared to highlight the partnership’s tangible impact. Industry mentoring and classes will see AMAAD staff and music professionals hosting sessions and talks, connecting young members directly with artists and leaders shaping the future of electronic and live music.

Since opening in September 2025, Quarters has already made its mark with an innovative programme of live and electronic events, featuring artists such as Shy FX, Laurent Garnier, Swimming Pool, Everything Everything, The Sherlocks and The Callous Daoboys.

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From The Archives is a brand new event series that looks back on some of the club’s most recognisable and influential heritage brands. It kicks off with cult trance night The Gallery on Sat 29 Nov which returns to Ministry after a 10 year hiatus, followed by ‘Rulin’’ and ‘Frisky’ later in 2026.

Famed for its deep connection to the global trance scene and founded in 1995 by Tall Paul at London nightclub Turnmills, The Gallery has played a pivotal role in shaping the UK’s electronic music landscape. Following the sad closure of Turnmills, The Gallery made Ministry of Sound its spiritual home and ran legendary weekly events for over a decade. It was a place that showcased the very best in house and trance from a mix of legendary pioneers and new school movers and shakers, and that will be the same when it returns to Ministry of Sound.

The rare revival invites clubbers old and new to rediscover the sounds that shaped generations of dance music lovers, right at a time when trance is very much back en vogue around the world.

The day-into-night party will feature a heavyweight lineup of trance and progressive icons including Mauro Picotto, Sander Van Doorn, Simon Patterson, Tall Paul, Seb Fontaine and Ashley Wallbridge. Each artist brings their own perspective from different chapters of The Gallery’s storied past and together they promise a thrilling and emotional journey through the lush sounds that defined different trance eras.

The event is part of Ministry of Sound’s ongoing archival series that aims to celebrate the roots of various sub-scenes and attract both long-time Gallery loyalists and new-generation clubbers keen to experience the atmosphere and music that made the brand a cornerstone of UK club culture.

After this debut event will be more legendary revivals including Rulin’, the pioneering house Saturday nighter that launched at Ministry Of Sound in London in 1994 and was instrumental in championing American house music.

From The Archives will honour the legacy of the Friday night Gallery sessions that made Ministry a global destination for trance fans.

Part 01: The Gallery

Sat 29th Nov | 1pm – 9pm

Acts: Mauro Picotto, Sander Van Doorn, Simon Patterson, Tall Paul, Seb Fontaine, Ashley Wallbridge.

Head to ministryofsound.com to keep up to date with all announcements, as well as access to event tickets and more.

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The 250-capacity space will be about building real musical community with cultured bookings in a sensory stimulating space

From the accomplished team behind KU Barcelona, Opium, Bling Bling and Bastian Beach, Boris is a brand-new, 250-capacity club built for people who prize music and sound above all else. It’s the first new club from nightlife powerhouse Costa Este since 2018, and it’s here to serve up low-lit, high-thrills events across a spectrum of serious sound from the worlds of techno, afro-house, deep house, tech and melodic techno alongside exciting movements like Afrobeat and amapiano.

This up close and personal club is the first electronic music space in the Upper Barcelona region has been fully renovated and reimagined. Every single detail has been finely tuned from the lights to the impressive d&b audiotechnik sound system, with subtle textures and warm colours throughout to ensure maximum immersion in the vibes and with high-spec acoustics keeping full focus on the music. Expect selectors who know how to read a room and artists who thrive in intimate spaces where the crowd is just a few steps from the booth.

Production throughout has been taken care of by Futur2, with careful layering of design aspects that nod to classic European nightlife but all reworked for now. It’s a new blueprint for the city that is intimate, minimal and alive, while the club’s key emblem, quietly hints that inside is a place to escape where understated elegance meets underground edge.

Boris opens Thursday to Saturday, running late from 11:59pm to 5am on Thursdays (over 23 years only) and until 6am on weekends (over 27 years only) and offers a contemporary hideout for real heads.

For lineups and tickets head to borisbcn.com or follow at @boris.club

• The Yard (1700 capacity) sits by the river – an open-air playground of sound, light and energy. With full staging, a bespoke pergola installation, raised dance platforms and elevated viewing areas, it’s designed for both intimacy and impact. Lined with seasonal foliage, art installations and street food traders, The Yard brings festival-scale atmosphere to a permanent East London setting. From sunlit afternoons to high-energy nights, The Yard is a place to explore, eat, dance and get lost. Inside, three unique warehouses each offer a distinct experience and capacity.

• WHS 1 (800 capacity) – An immersive, tunnel-like room inspired by the golden age of New York club culture and London’s underground heritage. Precision-tuned d&b Audiotechnik sound, raised dance platforms and bespoke lighting make it the heartbeat of Eutopia.
• WHS 2 (1,200 capacity) – A vast, reconfigurable space built for scale and versatility. With both 360° and end-stage formats, it’s designed for club nights, live concerts, brand launches and large-scale cultural events.
• WHS 3 (800 capacity) – The most intimate and design-led of the trio, this warehouse will host curated performances, exhibitions and social gatherings. The next phase of development will see WHS 3 evolve into a cocktail bar and listening space, hosting listening sessions, label launches and community-focused culture and lifestyle events.

• Michael Hughes – A pioneering figure in UK club culture and radio, founder of landmark events Garage City, Back to 95 and Groove Odyssey, and a long-standing advocate for authentic house music.
• Nikki Gordon – Co-founder of We Are FSTVL and former Head of Ministry of Sound, bringing almost three decades of creative and operational leadership.
• Will Paterson – Veteran promoter behind over 20 festivals and 11 London venues, known for his work in artist development, large-scale events and mentoring future talent.
• Tom Ranger – Acclaimed curator and programmer behind Dreamland Margate, Oval Space, Annabel’s, Percolate Live and Live Nation’s Soundcrash division, now consulting and programming events globally through Something Goes Right.

Following a sold-out Paradise show at UNVRS Ibiza, Jamie Jones is pulling out something very special as Paradise heads to London for Paradise In The City on 2nd August at Boston Manor Park – the first-ever, full-scale, UK outdoor festival from the infamous club brand.  Alongside his massive headline set, Jamie Jones will also play an exclusive, early daytime set on the iconic Bridge Stage beneath the M4. ‘Jamie Jones 2010’s Era Set + Special Live Performance By Ali Love’ will be an unmissable throwback to the music from that era that launched one of electronic music’s biggest and most respected artists. Early Entry Tickets priced at only £49.50 (+ booking fee) have just been released, giving fans an opportunity to be part of one of the most talked-about festival sets of the summer.

Paradise In The City is the first-ever, full-scale, UK outdoor festival from the infamous Paradise brand. Taking place across 4 stages, with cutting-edge sound and state-of-the-art production courtesy of LWE, Jamie Jones has curated a quality festival lineup featuring the hottest names in dance music, including East End Dubs, Vintage Culture, Richy Ahmed b2b wAFF, Seth Troxler, Hot Since 82, Bedouin, Fleur Shore, Gaskin, Manda Moor, Franky Wah and many more.

After the Paradise show at UNVRS Ibiza, it’s time to step things up once again. The ‘Jamie Jones 2010’s Era Set + Special Live Performance By Ali Love’ will be a testament to a magical time, where Jamie celebrates the music that catapulted him onto the global scene, reuniting him with the innately talented Ali Love once again, to perform those seminal dancefloor hits live. The Bridge Stage delivers a unique urban landscape, nestled amongst the stunning natural surroundings of Boston Manor Park – an ideal place to deliver an ‘I was there’ moment.

‘Paradise in the City London‘ is set for 8/02!

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– @MitchDodge

Dates: 13th & 14th June
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This June Afterlife Festival will hosted over two days individually curated by global electronic trendsetters MRAK and ANYMA

Afterlife Festival is set to debut at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 13 and 14, 2025, with a two-day program that explores the full depth and emotional spectrum of the legendary Afterlife sound. Saturday belongs to MRAK — the solo project of Carmine Conte, co-founder of Tale Of Us and a visionary in the world of melodic techno who has curated a bold line, while Friday’s experience will be curated by Anyma.

More than just a solo venture, MRAK represents Conte’s deeper, more introspective creative journey. While Tale Of Us has shaped much of the Afterlife identity, MRAK delves into the more conceptual and experimental realms of Conte’s artistry, where music becomes a medium for story telling, transformation and immersive experiences.

Saturday at Afterlife Festival will reflect MRAK’s distinct vision with a musical narrative that is emotionally rich and artistically daring, guided by his personal approach to composition, performance and visual storytelling. The day promises an intimate yet grand-scale exploration of what Afterlife has become: a world built not just on music, but on connection with CamelPhat, Gordo, Layla Benitez, 19:26, Omnya, 8KAYS, Alfa Romero, Asal, Øostil and EarthLife all playing.

Set across two custom-designed stages, the festival will be heightened by cutting-edge production, stunning visuals and the signature Afterlife atmosphere that continues to push the boundaries of what electronic music events can be.

MRAK’s day at Afterlife Barcelona is a reflection of his creative spirit and exclusive chance for long-standing fans and new listeners alike to experience the next chapter of Afterlife through his lens.

The Barcelona edition follows the announcement of a second Afterlife Festival in Mexico City at Hipódromo de las Américas, set for June 10–11, 2025.

General sale tickets are live now:

Friday June 13th Curated By ANYMA:
https://ra.co/events/2111011

Saturday June 14th Curated By MRAK:
https://ra.co/events/2110970

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KERRI CHANDLER is back at Chinois Ibiza with his ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ residency, this time for eleven Thursday nights 31st July – 9th October. The New Jersey legend’s return is universally welcomed, especially with the calibre of guest DJs he brings with him. 

 ‘Ibiza! I can’t wait to bring ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ to Chinois this summer, joined by musical friends and family. Hope to see you there. With Love, Respect and Admiration. Kerri’ 

 His ethos this year of celebrating the old school vibes of Ibiza dovetails perfectly with Chinois, ‘the club of Ibiza’, embracing the unique energy and spirit of the island to create a diverse yet inclusive community. Nestled in Ibiza’s marina, in the Ibiza Gran Hotel, Chinois’ cutting-edge sound system, immersive sensual visuals, and a dancefloor-first experience ensure ideal conditions for this explosion of world stage talent. 

A taste of the GUEST DJS to play include seminal Ibiza icon DJ Harvey; Detroit visionary Moodymann; Running Back boss Gerd Janson (also a TRIP Chinois fave); Grammy-winning Iranian-American, DC-based producers DEEP DISH for a house set; US sensation, ‘We Still Believe’ imprint boss and previous BBC Radio 6 Music show host THE BLESSED MADONNA; UK duo GROOVE ARMADA, with multiple Brit & Grammy noms to their name; Ibiza favourite since 2006, UK DJ/Knee Deep In Sound label boss HOT SINCE 82; Belfast-born, Berlin-based ‘Big Saldo’s Chunkers’ label head SALLY C.

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Influential house tastemaker Sonny Fodera brings his unique sounds to Pacha Ibiza with his brand new Monday residency

? A carefully curated mix of dance music pioneers and red hot new stars with join the chart topping Fodera each week

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House sensation and BRIT Award nominee Sonny Fodera is set to make Monday nights his own with his brand new debut residency at Pacha Ibiza. For 17 weeks from 16 June – 6 October, 2025, the platinum selling artist will line-up alongside a brilliant selection of his peers to bring the ultimate house party to the island’s most iconic club.

Sonny is one of the most streamed dance music artists in the world. His records regularly pick up over 100m streams, he has achieved Gold and Double Platinum certification in several different countries and now has more than 9M monthly Spotify listeners.

Says Sonny of the residency, “It’s always been a dream of mine to play at Pacha Ibiza, it’s the first club I went to in Ibiza and I can’t wait to be there every Monday this summer!”

The dance music innovator is no stranger to the top of the charts with dance hits like ‘You and I’, ‘One Night’ and most recently ‘Tell Me’ with Clementine Douglas all climbing into the Top 10 while becoming firm club favourites. He has also released five albums, collaborated with stars like Diplo, MK, Sinead Harnett, Becky Hill, Jazzy, Belters Only and Gorgon City and headlined his own sold out shows with crowds of up to 20,000 people everywhere from London to Los Angeles amongst many more.

Sonny’s own label Solotoko also continues to set global trends and is one of the first independent labels to land two Top 10 hits within 12 months.

Now Fodera brings his essential sounds to Pacha Ibiza for a brand new Monday residency that cannot be missed.

7 February 2025

 ICONS is a bold, multi-genre, an open-air musical celebration that brings the world’s biggest international talent to Playa Pacha Pool and Beach Club, a stunning private beach club with unparalleled Ibizan party spirit

 The series returns with a bang in 2025 following sensational events featuring unforgettable sets from Keinemusik duo, Adam Port and Rampa, Joseph Capriati and Marco Carola b2b PAWSA in 2024

 Next up, is the genre-defying BLOND:ISH on 7 February 2025

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8 January 2025, Dubai: Mark your calendar for 7 February 2025 as BLOND:ISH headlines ICONS at Playa Pacha Pool and Beach Club.

More than a DJ, BLOND:ISH is on a mission to help people live their best lives. Her famously high energy levels and on-point selections are what ensure dancers escape each and every time she plays. With her genre-defying sound and magnetic presence, BLOND:ISH creates an atmosphere that opens hearts and heightens the senses.

This party comes a week ahead of her new album ‘Never Walk Alone’, releasing on 14 February 2025 on Insomniac Records and offering a great window into her club-ready sound.

As well as leading the way with her music, BLOND:ISH is also a keen environmental activist who founded the nonprofit charity Bye Bye Plastics to eliminate single-use plastics from music venues and events. Playa Pacha at FIVE LUXE will amplify the volume of BLOND:ISH’s message through its 100% solar powered parties and LEED Platinum rated green entertainment venue.

Backed by 50 years of party expertise from the legendary Pacha Ibiza, this is an unmissable event with another of the world’s most sought after DJs. Availability on the dancefloor is limited, so secure your spot now.

31 DECEMBER 2024

Bohemia Beach Club is the crown jewel of FIVE Jumeirah Palm, Dubai and is set to see out 2024 with a bang

 An epic New Year’s Eve celebration plays out under the stars and breathtaking fireworks with global house icons Defected as they mark their 25th anniversary

This final party of the year will come after an electrifying season at Bohemia Beach Club with headliners such as James Hype, Loco Dice, Jan Blomqvist, Paco Osuna, Lee Burridge, Hot Since 82, Rossi, Patrice Bäumel and Super Flu

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5 December 2024, Dubai: Bohemia joins forces with London’s powerhouse label, Defected, for a special edition of Bohemia Presents—an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a star-studded line-up set to ignite the night. Prepare to ring in 2025 with an evening filled with pure house magic, beachfront glamour, and breathtaking firework displays.

Headlining the night is Grammy-winning house legend Roger Sanchez, renowned for iconic tracks such as ‘Another Chance’ and his high-energy performances that have shaped dance music for decades. Joining him is Kimbros, who will deliver their signature blend of eclectic house and disco, DJ Monki, who is an underground tastemaker championing the freshest electronic sounds and a Radio 1 regular, while Fabrice completes the line-up with his genre-defying beats.

Dance your way into 2025, surrounded by dazzling panoramic views of Dubai Marina and Ain Dubai, at Bohemia Beach Club’s stunning beachfront setting. Immerse yourself in an electrifying, high-energy evening as Defected’s signature mix of legendary house talent and rising stars delivers a world-class party with its renowned sound and production aesthetic.

This promises to be a New Year’s Eve like no other! 

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