Curtis Allen

‘Last Nite’, on Friday, 28th February 2025, I had the pleasure of DJing at The Actress & Bishop, delivering an electrifying mix of indie anthems, classic rock, and dancefloor favourites. It was a feel-good night packed with energy, nostalgia, and unexpected crowd-pleasers that kept the party going until the very last song.

A Slow Start, But a Big Finish

Every DJ set has its own rhythm, and this one was no exception. The night kicked off with some fresh indie dance grooves, gradually building the energy and setting the tone for what would become a memorable feel-good night. The early part of the evening saw people enjoying drinks, chatting, and nodding along to the music, but the dancefloor itself took a little while to warm up.

That all changed when Eurythmics – Here Comes The Rain Again hit the speakers. Suddenly, the vibe shifted, and the crowd found their groove. From that moment on, the energy only increased, with people moving, singing, and embracing the moment. A great DJ night is all about timing, and once the audience was engaged, there was no stopping them.

One of the standout moments of the night was Black Sabbath – Paranoid. With the Masters of Sabbath tribute act performing upstairs, this track landed perfectly, sparking plenty of headbanging and air guitar action on the dancefloor. It’s always special when a song connects with the crowd in just the right way, and this was one of those moments where everyone was locked into the same high-energy spirit.

Surprisingly, Robbie Williams, Take That, and John Newman also went down a storm. While you might expect indie and alternative anthems to be the biggest crowd-pleasers, it’s often the more unexpected tracks that bring people together in the best way. “Feel” by Robbie Williams had the entire room singing along, proving once again that a feel-good night isn’t just about the music—it’s about the memories that come with it. There’s something powerful about a great singalong moment that unites a room full of people, and those tracks certainly delivered.

Why the Right Music Makes for a Feel-Good Night

The key to an amazing DJ set is knowing how to read the room and play the right music at the right time. A feel-good night isn’t just about playing crowd-pleasers—it’s about creating an atmosphere where people can let go, dance, and enjoy themselves.

Indie classics like Arctic Monkeys – R U Mine? and The Killers – Somebody Told Me kept the energy high, while Take That – Shine and John Newman – Love Me Again gave the crowd a chance to belt out their favourite lyrics in full voice. When you see people singing at the top of their lungs with their arms around their friends, you know you’ve done your job right.

A good DJ night is also about balance. The setlist included a mix of indie, rock, pop, and classic dancefloor fillers, ensuring that there was something for everyone. The contrast between Foo Fighters – Everlong and Pulp – Common People, or between ABBA – Take a Chance on Me and New Order – Blue Monday, is what keeps the energy flowing and the crowd engaged.

Next Event at The Actress & Bishop

I’ll be back at The Actress & Bishop this Friday, bringing another night of indie, alternative, rock, and classic anthems. If you want to experience another feel-good night, make sure to contact me here and stay updated on upcoming events.

Check out The Actress & Bishop’s website for their latest events, and follow them on Facebook for updates.

For those who love indie anthems, alternative classics, and dancefloor-filling rock, make sure you don’t miss the next Night at The Actress & Bishop—it’s always a night to remember!

If you want me to bring the party to you, contact me.

See you on the dancefloor! 🔥

Full Setlist

• Jungle – Back On 74
• Picture Parlour – Norwegian Wood
• Nia Archives – Off Wiv Ya Headz
• Liam Gallagher – Everything’s Electric
• Friendly Fires – Blue Cassette
• Eliza Rose & Interplanetary Criminal – B.O.T.A. (Baddest of Them All)
• The Reytons – Shoebox
• Mannequin Pussy – Patience
• Foo Fighters – Everlong
• Bare Naked Ladies – One Week
• The Killers – When You Were Young
• Billy Idol – Dancing With Myself
• R.E.M. – It’s The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
• Madness – Baby Burglar
• Adam Ant – Gotta Be A Sin
• HotWax – Treasure
• Royal Blood – Little Monster
• The Strokes – Reptilia
• Dua Lipa – Dance The Night
• Chappell Roan – Pink Pony Club
• Paramore – This Is Why
• twenty one pilots – Hometown
• Florence + the Machine – My Love (Edit)
• Eurythmics – Here Comes The Rain Again
• Kate Bush – Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)
• Squeeze – Up The Junction
• Sam Fender – Seventeen Going Under
• Bloc Party – Helicopter
• Yard Act – The Overload
• Arctic Monkeys – R U Mine?
• The Reytons – On the Back Burner
• The Darkness – I Believe in a Thing Called Love
• Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now
• ABBA – Take a Chance on Me
• Stevie Nicks – Edge of Seventeen
• Bronski Beat – Smalltown Boy
• MGMT – Kids
• LCD Soundsystem – Daft Punk Is Playing at My House
• Circa Waves – T-Shirt Weather
• Vampire Weekend – A-Punk
• Kings of Leon – The Bucket
• Blur – Song 2
• Queens of the Stone Age – No One Knows
• Black Sabbath – Paranoid
• Pearl Jam – Even Flow
• Arctic Monkeys – Brianstorm
• Bloc Party – Traps
• Hot Hot Heat – No, Not Now
• Friendly Fires – Jump in the Pool
• Circa Waves – Somebody Else
• The 1975 – I’m in Love With You
• Natasha Bedingfield – Unwritten
• Eminem – The Real Slim Shady
• Tiffany – I Think We’re Alone Now
• New Order – Blue Monday
• The Bravery – An Honest Mistake
• The Killers – Somebody Told Me
• The Strokes – Last Nite
• The Beatles – Help!
• Aretha Franklin – Respect
• Chappell Roan – Red Wine Supernova
• Take That – Shine
• Oasis – Roll With It
• The Wombats – Let’s Dance to Joy Division
• Lady Gaga – Abracadabra
• Chic – Le Freak
• Red Hot Chili Peppers – Can’t Stop
• My Chemical Romance – Helena
• Wheatus – Teenage Dirtbag
• Nena – 99 Luftballons
• Robbie Williams – Feel
• John Newman – Love Me Again
• Rag’n’Bone Man – Human
• Hozier – Too Sweet
• Amy Winehouse – Back to Black
• Kaiser Chiefs – I Predict a Riot
• The Coral – Dreaming of You
• Prince & the Revolution – Kiss
• Arctic Monkeys – 505
• The Specials – A Message to You Rudy
• Pauline Black of the Selecter – On My Radio
• Bryan Adams feat. Melanie C – When You’re Gone
• Pulp – Common People
• Green Day – Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)