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tomsmusictaste · 2 years

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Top 5 Alternative Nightclubs in the UK

Note: this is based entirely on my own experience and I have not been to every nightclub in the UK, alternative or otherwise.

5. The Cathouse - Glasgow

With three different floors catering to three different alternative styles - some pop-punk, some metal, some guilty pleasures - Cathouse has something for everyone if you're into the alternative and absolutely plenty of space to rock out in. In fact when there's no band performing, the raised stage area in the middle floor just becomes another part of the dancefloor, if you really wanna elevate your experience (ba-dum-dum-tsh).

4. Spiders - Hull

Looking for a touch of the gothic or grungy? Look no further than Hull's premiere rock club, Spiders. Glow in the dark spiders painted on the walls? Check! Metal cages shaped like spider-webs? Check! Metal, hard rock, punk and pop-punk? Check on all counts! But perhaps the most unique and iconic thing Spiders has to offer is it's signature cocktail - the Sweet Death. Containing Vodka, Southern Comfort, Peach Schnapps and Midori, topped up with a lemon and lime mixer, this bright green sweet melon drink comes in a pint glass, and for those who enjoy a good alcoholic drink, it's a must have if you're visiting this club.

3. Rise - Newcastle

Have you ever wanted to go to rock club that's right next door to a strip club? Rise has got you covered. Similar to Cathouse, it has three main areas, the main dancefloor having well-known alternative anthems, some more metalcore and deep-cuts on the upper floor, and then there's the wonderful outdoor area; far more than a simple smoking zone, the Terrace has plenty of shelter for if it rains, plays many guilty pleasures and classic rock anthems. And another unique drink to offer, at Rise you can get yourself a Firebucket: a Fireball Whiskey based drink which, yes, comes in a literal bucket. This was a frequent haunt of mine during my uni days and I will always remember the euphoria of spending my 23rd birthday here and Bohemian Rhapsody coming on in the Terrace literally the moment I turned 23.

2. The Key Club - Leeds

This one's the closest to home for me, both metaphorically and literally. It's just, literally the closest to where I live. While I will say I've found Friday nights here to be quite hit-or-miss, I don't think I've ever had a bad Saturday night in this place. It's not the biggest venue, but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in energy. Frequent occurrences include a spontaneous moshpit opening up beneath the DJ, the entire room bursting into song when Black Parade comes on, and certain people getting absolutely blasted and having an absolute blast (by "certain people" I may or may not mean me.) I'll admit it's not without it's flaws, but it's a place that feels like home to me. I've danced here, I've sung here, I've even bled here - and I'll happily do it all again. Plus, once you've finished screaming your lungs out, right across the road is not only a McDonalds, but also a Taco Bell - and as we all know, they never taste better than right after you've stumbled out of a club at 3am.

1. Satan’s Hollow - Manchester

So if Key Club is near where I live, and Rise is where I frequented during uni, why does Satan's Hollow take the top spot? Well, simply put, I think it's objectively better. I mean, you want a club that commits to it's aesthetic? Get a load of that great big devil statue looming over the DJ! The main room has a cool raised dancefloor in the middle, playing your more well known alternative anthems, but stay here long enough and the second room will open up! Depending on what day you're going, this will either be the heavier stuff, more metal and metalcore classics, or some golden gems from the pop-punk scene. There's plenty of space inside, 2 bars to get drinks from, the opportunity to mosh in the second room and did I mention how bad-ass that great big devil statue is!? The atmosphere in Satan's is always infectious, and going here is always a treat whenever I'm over in Manchester, so it gets a big thumbs up from me.

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clintcatalyst · 3 months

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Photo by Sheila Rock London, early 1980s

#postpunk #sheila rock #new romantics #london #nightclub #club culture #goth #alternative subcultures

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ecoamerica · 23 days

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The American Climate Leadership Awards 2024 broadcast recording is now available on ecoAmerica's YouTube channel for viewers to be inspired by active climate leaders. Watch to find out which finalist received the $50,000 grand prize! Hosted by Vanessa Hauc and featuring Bill McKibben and Katharine Hayhoe!

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ocarasemcara · 2 months

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It almost worked

An SF AU :3, maybe the name will be Night club

#fandom #im a weirdo #art #artists on tumblr #sal fisher #sally face #sally x larry #salarry #sal x larry #sally face au #nightclub #alternate universe #tv girl

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webdiggerxxx · 2 months

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#punk #punk girl #makeup #hair #photo edit #vancouver #canada #luv-a-fair #club #alternative nightclub #flickr #oldweb #old web #2008

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cupidford · 10 months

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noise complaint by simplyclockwork

Johnlock Love Letters #2316

One loud upstairs neighbour and three days of non-stop party music lead Sherlock to an unexpected meeting. Unilock, switchlock.

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thethreedeadkings · 1 year

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boybasher · 3 months

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brideofcipher · 2 months

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Gravity Nightclub Chapter Five Preview

I am finally back on the writing train after a serious writer's block was in the way XD hope you are excited and prepared for what's coming.

Preview:

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t letting go but rather, learning to start over - Nicole Sobon

The drive back home was a long and awkward one. Nor Jackson or Dipper spoke one word to each other ever since they got in the car. They have drove in silence in the past but it had never been this uneasy before; its honestly frightened Dipper a little. He finally got a chance to take a peek into Jackson’s past and after what he just experienced today, the curiosity grew even more. The clicking sound of the turn signal alerted Dipper to the near end of the drive when Jackson turned into the clubs parking lot. Once the car was parked all that Jackson could do was release a depressing sigh.

“Jackson…” Dipper finally spoke “umm…I…” he was quickly interrupted by Jackson’s hand touching his leg.

“Thank you for coming with me…and…I’m sorry you had to witness all of that” Jackson said in a deep tone while looking down.

Taken aback by this gesture and his monotoned voice, all that Dipper could do was place his own hand on top of Jackson’s in hopes to ease his friend. While also in hopes of getting his friend to talk.

“You’re welcome and don’t worry about it.” Dipper muttered.

The sound of the car engine was the only thing that was breaking the intense silence between the pair. Until a bot of courage seemed to have stuck Jackson; his lips began to part.

“My mother…she left one day without saying a word to us.”

Dipper’s eyes widen slightly in utter disbelief. He turned his head to look at his friend “What?” he mumbled.

#gravity falls fandom #gravity falls #billdip #dipper and bill #human bill au #alternate universe #fanfiction #preview #gravity falls au #gravityfallsyaoi #gravity nightclub

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animastronaut · 6 months

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10/23/2008

#cybergoth #rave #nightclub #rave girl #kandi bracelet #goth #alternative #2000s

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pineapplemachine · 4 months

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#I’m just going to start posting random good pictures of myself #me #alt fashion #nightclub #goth club #alternative #I look perfect #☺️#goth asthetic #sugarbaby #seeking arrangement

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electricdreamsclub · 5 months

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ELECTRIC DREAMS NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY 2023/2024 (LONDON, UK)

Join us to see into 2024 with a mix of electronic and alternative 80s.

Expect to hear the likes of Depeche Mode, The Pet Shop Boys, OMD, Ultravox, Visage, Japan, Blancmange, Howard Jones, Franke GTH, Adam & The Ants, The Smiths, New Order, Madness, Blonde etc.

Open from 9pm - 3am at :

The Water Rats, 328 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross, London, WC1X.

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capricorn-0mnikorn · 6 months

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great news: all-ages versions of hands-on science museums certainly exist! for example i grew up near the pacific science center in seattle, personally, but there are many others :) would recommend checking out any science museums near you!

(In reference to this post, about alternatives to nightclubs)

Good to know! Thanks!

[psst: @annabelle--cane]

#third spaces #sober spaces #nightclub alternatives

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creepygirledi · 1 year

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