CTW vs NiteClubbers - Frantic Euphoria Album Launch - Saturday 19th June 2004
Posted by Phil B on Jul 8, 2004 - 11:44:00 AM
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Finally the long awaited day had arrived, the Frantic Euphoria Album Launch. I had been looking forward to this event ever since the booking arrived. Not only were ClubTheWorld lucky enough to be co-hosting a room, but it was with our friends from Niteclubbers. After getting myself ready, it was time to head off down to the pub to see Louise before I set off and to meet up with Sue. A quick pint and the farewells said, it was time to set off to pick up the other member of our party, Amy. A quick swap of cars and we were on our way!
We were soon in London and made our way to the meet-up at Spoofers, where we met up with some ClubTheWorld and Niteclubbers members that were already there. With the drinks and chat flowing, more and more members arrived at the meet and the anticipation to get to The Rocket was growing.
Finally, we gathered everyone together and made our way to the venue. I had never heard of The Rocket until this event and had only seen the preview photos a few days previously. I was really looking forward to checking the venue out. We entered the venue after a brief check by security and walked into the foyer. Getting to the counter I was introduced to Amanda from Frantic and we ventured into the club. A bit of confusion followed as we tried to find our room, it wasn’t supposed to be open until midnight but everywhere we went Djs were kicking out the sounds. A quick check back at the foyer and the room we had just left was ours. The club had filled up quicker than expected and Richard Launch was warming the crowd up after his spot upstairs in the main room. After dropping off our bags it was time to explore.
We headed upstairs into the main room where we were greeted by a huge canopy hung from the ceiling, with an already busy crowd enjoying the talents of Justin Bourne. The sound system was booming, so much so I could feel the hairs on the back of my neck vibrating to the beat! Not long after we entered the room Justin’s set came to an end and K90 took to the stage playing his trademark anthem style including tunes such as Breathe and Red Snapper. The room was filling up fast and we found ourselves being forced further and further towards the back of the room. A quick check of the time and we headed back downstairs to the ClubTheWorld Vs Niteclubbers room.
Up on the decks was Manjit, playing a trance orientated set that were getting the crowd into the stride of things. I spent most of the following hour chatting and catching up with other members.
As Manjit’s set drew to a close we headed up to the front as Big Ben, the first of the Niteclubbers DJs stepped up to the decks. I had never seen Ben play before, and I have to say he played a tight set with a nice selection of tunes bringing the crowd up a notch. As each set ended my eagerness to get up there grew.
Next up was ClubTheWorlds own Tony P. It had been a long time since I had seen Tony play and was looking forward to seeing him do his thing. Tony built his set well taking the crowd up another notch from where Ben had left off. A good variation of styles and more tight mixing and I found myself having a stomp to some class tunes. Tony looked like he was really enjoying it, his trademark cheesy grin was out in force!
Stepping up after Tony was Niteclubbers second DJ of the night, Paul Wilkerson. I had previously seen Paul play at Liberation Vs Hardware in the Web Wars room, so I knew we were in for more quality mixing and tunes. Paul certainly didn’t disappoint either raising the steaks yet further. It was good to catch up with Paul again, quality bloke.
Finally it was time for me to take my position up behind the decks. All the DJs before me had played superbly and had a set a high standard for me to follow. Pulling the first tune out of my bag, I had a feeling this was going to be a set to remember. Looking into the crowd it was great to see a lot of familiar faces which always helps me settle in. Boom, we were off! The time behind the decks seems to go so fast and before I knew it, it was 4.30am. Reaching into my bag I brought out some promotional CDs which went like hotcakes. On producing the second handful a mad rush on the decks occurred which I could only describe as quite scarey! Continuing with the set I kept pulling out the tunes which I hoped would keep the dancefloor happy. It was a great crowd to play to and whenever I looked into the crowd I was greeted by lots of happy, smiling faces. Out of the corner of my eye I noticed Dickon climb onto the staging and my heart sank as my time was over. Expecting to hear ‘Last one’ I was pleasantly surprised as I was asked to carry on. RESULT! With a huge grin, I accepted the opportunity and continued to play. Another 50 minutes and it was time to play my last tune.
I thoroughly enjoy my time behind the decks when I truly feel ‘myself’. I like to think that I take my clubbing attitude with me when I get behind the decks and show the crowd that I love what I do.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Will, Dickon & Amanda for allowing ClubTheWorld and Niteclubbers to co-host the room, and to everyone else at Frantic involved in the night for making something that I’m sure a lot of us won’t forget in a long time. Also, a big thanks goes to James for having me represent ClubTheWorld as a DJ and to all the members for giving me their support, it’s appreciated more than you know.
Once again, it was a pleasure to see Vince and Paul, and to meet Ben and all the other members of Nitecluubers.
It was a great night and I hope that we are able to be involved in more things like this in the future.
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