Rose Entertainment presents: Dusky – 21+
Dusky are London production duo Nick Harriman and Alfie Granger-Howell. The duo have asserted themselves as leaders of the UK underground. BBC Essential Mix of The Year contenders, DJ Mag cover stars, headliners everywhere from Berlin’s Panorama Bar to London’s Fabric, Dusky’s story so far is one of constant forward motion and a uniquely universal appeal. The duo’s breakthrough track was undoubtedly 2012’s iTunes Dance Single Of The Year ‘Flo Jam’. Signed by the label that broke Maya Jane Coles (Dogmatik), its deep grooves were hammered by everyone from Loefah, Joy Orbison and Boddika to Disclosure, Jamie Jones and Sasha, with even Calvin Harris getting in on the act. Since those formative releases marked them out as talents destined for the top, Dusky have pushed their sound forward every step of the way. There have been Italo bassline meets Belgian rave vibes on Running Back, rugged warehouse techno excursions on Loefah’s School and classy melodic grooves on Anjunadeep. But, it was ‘Careless’ on Aus that cemented their place in the scene’s hall of fame. Over 14 million streams, definitive UK house banger of its era and soundtrack to countless crack-ons ever since. In 2017, the duo launched their 17 Steps label, taking control of this unique identity and giving it the unrestricted platform it deserves. JOY, their debut album on the imprint, amassed over 6 million streams with ‘Eros’, the most streamed track on the LP, paving way for their new garage project Pressure. A musical excursion looking back to their formative years and early productions that were heavily influenced by UK and US garage. Whatever musical sub-strain Dusky turn their hands to, there is always a strong common thread – a signature depth and detailing. A stamp of quality, that makes for an instantly recognisable ‘Dusky’ sound.
Dance Yourself Clean – An Indie dance party – 21+ event
An Indie Electronic dance party with a festival feel, stage production, lasers and tons of fog playing music by: Rufus Du Sol, Tame Impala, Odesza, SG Lewis, The Knocks, Fred Again, Empire Of The Sun, Tove Lo, and more. 2nd Fridays bi-monthly alternating with Candi Pop dance party!
Holocene and Spend the Night present: ELKKA W/ BANGS – 21+
“Make me love you, make me love you, make me love you,” so begins “Make Me”, a delicious yet cavernous electronic dance track from London-based artist and producer Elkka; all heavy repetitive beats and glistening, syrupy vocal samples. Much of debut album Prism of Pleasure is like this: warmth and coldness rubbing against each other sonically, pulling the listener in unexpected directions. “I like to go through different genres and moods and surprise you,” says Elkka. Written over the space of 18 months, Prism of Pleasure encapsulates Elkka’s essence as a bold, queer woman who pushes freedom and sensuality to the forefront of her work. It hasn’t always been like this: born and raised in South Wales, with next to no queer community in her immediate vicinity, Elkka had to piece together her identity slowly and curiously, gradually finding herself along the way. After coming out and moving to London in her 20s, the musician started DJing, writing and producing, which eventually led to her launching her own record label, femme culture, and running her own queer club nights off the back of that. “I think sometimes things unlock, and start to make sense and then you just follow it,” Elkka says now. “I started to go out more and become part of a community. I was more confident in myself, so I was more confident in writing and producing – it all came together at the same time.” Written around the notion of queer intimacy, Prism of Pleasure is like a peep into a steam-filled room of wonders, via the female gaze (a concept beautifully represented in the pink-tinged album artwork, photographed by Elkka’s wife and longtime creative collaborator Alex Lambert). From the smooth, silken vocals of “Crushhh” to the slow-winding, breathy beats of “Your Skin” (“I’m breathing you in, I want to taste every inch of your skin”) and the steady, undulating synth patterns of “surrender2me”, Prism of Pleasure unfurls like a patchwork of sweat-slick nights, emotional connectedness and hidden pleasures. “It’s like a celebration of [how far] I’ve come,” explains Elkka. “I was never taught about queer pleasure. I was never taught how important that is – not just sexually but generally in life. So I wanted to explore all of that more deeply.” Ultimately, Prism of Pleasure is the result of Elkka opening herself up in new ways, and being as authentic as possible. “I wanted a rawness to this album,” she says. “It’s something that can be felt, and that helps you connect with someone that’s listening to it, if you’re willing to expose a part of yourself. And again, this is all really transferable to relationships, and being with someone, all of that stuff. and that’s why these things overlap for me. I gave everything I could, and hopefully that translates.”
GOOD LUCK CLUB: AN UNAPOLOGETIC DANCE PARTY – 21+
Advance tickets are now sold out. We will have a limited number of spots available at the door when we open at 9pm night of show.･ﾟ: *✧ GOOD LUCK CLUB ✧*:･ﾟWe welcome you to an unapologetic dance party! 💃IT’S A FEMININOMENON 💖🎠 Holocene 🦋 Thursday, May 23rd💅 9PM🍷 21+THE DANCE FLOOR WILL BE HOT! / TIX @ WHATTHEDANCE.COM 🎟️Come dance the night away to music from Chappell Roan, boygenius, Reneé Rapp, Phoebe Bridgers, MUNA, Madonna, Lorde, Kacey Musgraves, & more! 🤭DJ set by @djsappho 💐Xoxo @thedanceparties 💋
Global Based presents: PERREO 101, a femme + queer centered Afro-Caribbean party – 21+
PORTLAND, CLASS IS IN SESSION! We’re honored to present PERREO 101, a femme + queer centered Afro-Caribbean party featuring your instructor, the cultures favorite Reggaeton historian, LA GATA 📝🎓 DRESS CODE: ALL WHITE SOUNDS BY: LA GATA FRANCIS MXS BLACK DARIA LAPAUSHI DOORS 9PM – $15 ADV, $25 DOS Partners: REGGAETON CON LA GATA & AUDIOMACK LATÍN HOLOCENE
Fleetmac Wood presents: Leather & Lace Disco: NIGHT ONE – 21+
This show is sold out! Limited tickets will be available at door starting right at 9PM Not a tribute, but a rave and AV show that reworks the classic-rock sound of the Mac into a spectrum of electronic genres. Remixes of the hits and plenty of deep-cuts ready for the chiffon-filled dance floor. This is a tunnel-visioned, all-night journey. If you don’t like Fleetwood Mac, Stand Back, Stand Back. Since 2012, DJs Roxanne Roll and Alex Oxley have been hosting their tunnel-visioned event and celebrating the extensive back catalogue of Fleetwood Mac. With a curated and created assortment of remixes and edits they’ve shared their passion with like-minded hedonists at some of the best festivals and clubs in the world. Glastonbury to Robot Heart (Burning Man), from Printworks London to Kantine am Berghain. Mailing list sign up to access the Fan Presale!: https://bit.ly/fmwlaldisco Feels like: https://bit.ly/fmwmwyt Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleetmacwood Socials Instagram: http://bit.ly/fmwinsta Facebook: http://bit.ly/fmwfacebookpage Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fleetmac_wood Twitter: http://bit.ly/fmwtwitter Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/fmwsoundcloudYoutube: http://bit.ly/fmwytpgVimeo: http://bit.ly/fmwvimeo
Fleetmac Wood presents: Leather & Lace Disco: NIGHT TWO – 21+
Not a tribute, but a rave and AV show that reworks the classic-rock sound of the Mac into a spectrum of electronic genres. Remixes of the hits and plenty of deep-cuts ready for the chiffon-filled dance floor. This is a tunnel-visioned, all-night journey. If you don’t like Fleetwood Mac, Stand Back, Stand Back. Since 2012, DJs Roxanne Roll and Alex Oxley have been hosting their tunnel-visioned event and celebrating the extensive back catalogue of Fleetwood Mac. With a curated and created assortment of remixes and edits they’ve shared their passion with like-minded hedonists at some of the best festivals and clubs in the world. Glastonbury to Robot Heart (Burning Man), from Printworks London to Kantine am Berghain. Mailing list sign up to access the Fan Presale!: https://bit.ly/fmwlaldisco Feels like: https://bit.ly/fmwmwyt Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleetmacwood Socials Instagram: http://bit.ly/fmwinsta Facebook: http://bit.ly/fmwfacebookpage Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fleetmac_wood Twitter: http://bit.ly/fmwtwitter Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/fmwsoundcloudYoutube: http://bit.ly/fmwytpgVimeo: http://bit.ly/fmwvimeo
BLUE HAWAII w/ Natasha Kmeto (DJ SET) – 21+
Blue Hawaii, comprised of Raphaelle Standell and Alexander Kirby Cowan, unveil “DiamondShovel” in 2024 — a club-ready masterpiece with faster tempos and trance-inspired beats.From the acclaimed “I Felt Love” to their Juno-nominated records “Untogether” and”Tenderness”, Blue Hawaii’s journey reflects a fusion of 00s dance music and Indie Sleaze, whilestill preserving their deep emotional core. Rooted in Montreal and Berlin, the duo invites youto join in the celebration of their ever-evolving sound.
VROOM VROOM: A Charli XCX Dance Night ft. DJ sets by Mr. Harry & PLUS – 21+
Advance tickets are now sold out! We will have door tickets available night of show starting right at 9pm. 💚 VROOM VROOM: A Charli XCX Dance Night is BACK – This month celebrating the release of Charli’s new album BRAT!A dance party exploring the music of Charli XCX, her collaborators, producers, and related artists, as well as the hyperpop, PC Music and experimental avant garde dance / pop realms. (Think artists like Shygirl, A.G. Cook, Caroline Poloachek, Kero Kero Bonito, Lady Gaga, Sophie, Doss, Christine and the Queens, Kim Petras, Arca, Danny L Harle, EasyFun, Carly Rae Jepsen, FKA Twigs and more!)Come to this party and we’ll love u forever (don’t make us beg for u) 9pm – 1am$10 Limited early bird tickets $12 Advance$15 Day of party
Friends Friends (EP release) w/ Heaven Skate, Prince Rupert’s Glass – 21+
To all you brave nerds & cowardly jocks, strap in. On June 23rd Friends Friends celebrates the release of their debut EP, “Nobody’s Sorry.” Songs about drinking beer in the shower and traffic ruining your week. Noisy rock n roll that’ll make you feel better about working your 9 to 5. Drums that make you say “ooooo wow,” guitars that make you say “oh?,” and a beautiful harmonious voice that’ll make you say, “the $12 was worth it” ($15 at the door). Mack, Pat, Matt, and Nate formed Friends Friends in 2023, like flowers blooming in a basement. Heaven Skate is a Skate / Punk / Country outfit that turns the good vibes up to 11. Their catchy tunes and exciting stage show are 100% guaranteed to have you kickflipping a horse by like song 5. Let’s goooo!Prince Rupert’s Glass is the brainchild of Jake Hogan, lead guitarist of Portland’s indie rock quintet Silvertongue. With riff-driven, punk/psychedelia-inspired tunes, Prince Rupert’s Glass (PRG for short) are proven rippers who tear up every stage they come across. Consisting of Hogan on lead guitar and vocals, Dorian Taylor on bass, Vishal on rhythm guitar and Joe-Henry McQuary on drums, PRG is ready to take PNW scene by storm as they debut new music and play more stages this summer.