Propaganda
(30th September)
o2 Academy Islington - nearest tube Angel (northern line).
Ratings out of five:
Atmosphere: *****
Value for money: ****
Music: *****
Overall night out: *****
In all honesty fellow London clubbers...it was one of the best nights out I've ever had. Firstly, if you're not into indie/alternative music, jog on. If you are, this club has a live D.J and music acts to the tune of indie fans. This particular evening was the celebration of Ben Lovett's birthday.
There was a small que upon arrival at about 10pm, however, we already had tickets so just galloped in, and up the stairs which were echoing with music and anticipation for the night ahead. There are two rooms, one smaller with sociable seating areas, and the main room is centered around the stage with the bar being wonderfully close. There is a photogenic sign above the double doors to the smaller room, and the (girls) toilets were clean as can be expected with large mirrors to avoid elbowing people when re-applying.
There was a fully engaged and enthusiastic crowd of indie lovers and regulars, reacting with cheers as two clubbers were pulled out for participation in the form of an improvised rap. When there was not a performer on stage the live D.J played a brilliant mix of up beat recent indie tunes to happy dancers below.
Drinks were moderately priced (for students) at around £3 for most beers and spirits and mixers, my drink of choice for the night, being promoted at the bar was a shot named 'diesel fuel' (yes, I am a shots girl, with shots there is little possibility of spilling precious drink paid for with student loan). £2 a go. Dunno if I'll drink it again...who am I kidding of course I would, it was the perfect top up from pre-drinking.
I think the best charm of this night is it is not one of those clubs were you have to waste half the night looking for your friends, it's a small venue for such a prestigious and well known event, but not in a bad way. It's small in a brilliantly intimate, perfect for getting to know some of your fellow clubbers and everyone being able to see and enjoy and connect with any one on stage, and still being able to find the people you came with at all points of the night. (Unless one of them is male, and two of you keep disappearing to talk in the girls bathroom).
In all honesty once the lights went up, I don't remember much. Too much diesel fuel. So I can't comment on near by take-aways, but I do remember the night bus being full with fellow students, so an enjoyable ride home...when I wasn't passed out on my friend.
If this sounds like your scene, find more info below:
http://www.thepropaganda.com/events.php?geonameid=2643743
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=N1%200PS
If you're not lucky enough to be a Londoner, don't worry they do nights around the UK! :
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=N1%200PS
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