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Skanking in Leopard Print – A Jolly Ska Punk Wedding at Lykke, Sheffield

Ali and Jonny's Ska Punk Wedding Dancefloor at Lykke, Sheffield
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  • 14 May 202514 May 2025
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There’s something deeply satisfying about a good ska punk wedding. It’s loud. It’s joyful. It’s slightly chaotic in the best way. Ali and Jonny’s wedding celebration at Lykke in Sheffield wasn’t just a party—it was a livewire tribute to everything they love: friends, dancing, noise, and a killer playlist that […]

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Fun Times Being a Wedding DJ in Nottingham – Pop-Punk Meets Soul at Cosy Club

The Dancing to a Wedding DJ in Nottingham
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  • 7 April 20257 April 2025
  • Music, Weddings

If you’re after a wedding DJ in Nottingham who understands how to make a playlist feel like you, who can juggle Slipknot, ABBA, Paramore, and Big Shaq in one night, well… this is a night you’ll appreciate. This February, I had the absolute pleasure of DJing for Luke & Lauren’s […]

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An Epic Day of Sad Goodbyes and Rad Guitars: DJing an Alternative Club Night in Birmingham

Rockin' Out at Subside
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  • 2 April 20252 April 2025
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Friday was one of those long, layered days—the kind that wraps work, grief, music, and friendship into one emotional journey. I was up at 6:30am, loading up for a day with Wonderdome, delivering our portable planetarium show to a school in Kidderminster all day. Watching kids get wide-eyed at the […]

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Raining Men and Reigning Men: A Night to Remember at The Actress & Bishop

Another busy dancefloor at the Actress and Bishop, courtesy of Curtis Allen Alternative DJ
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  • 19 March 202519 March 2025
  • Bars and Clubs, Music

What. A. Night. 🎶🔥 Friday at The Actress & Bishop was one for the books—a packed venue, a buzzing dancefloor from start to finish, and some absolute belters in the setlist, including a few tunes that don’t often make an appearance but hit perfectly on the night. Unforgettable Highlights from […]

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A Perfect Blend of Whimsy, Edge, and Celebration: Unforgettable Pop-Punk and Emo Wedding DJ Experience at Chris & Kim’s

A beautifully lit gothic wedding venue, Highfield House, set for an alternative and pop-punk-inspired wedding.
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  • 12 March 20257 March 2025
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If you’ve ever dreamed of a pop-punk and emo wedding filled with personality, high-energy tunes, and unforgettable moments, Chris and Kim’s big day at Highfield House was the perfect example of how to do it right. This was hands down one of my favourite weddings ever—from the killer aesthetic to […]

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So, You Thought I Only Played Metal? Let’s Clear That Up… By Curtis Allen – Versatile Wedding DJ

Curtis Allen DJing at Subculture, an alternative music venue, showcasing his versatility as a multi-genre and alternative wedding DJ.
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  • 9 March 20256 March 2025
  • Bars and Clubs, Events, Family, Guest, Music, Popular, Weddings

Wait… Did He Just Drop Bruno Mars? If you’ve seen me advertised as a rock and alternative DJ, you might have certain expectations and “versatile wedding DJ” might not be one of them. You might picture me dropping wall-to-wall Slipknot, Turnstile, and Slayer, summoning mosh pits at wedding receptions, and […]

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Why Do People Mosh? The Science of Mosh Pits: Why We Love Getting Knocked Around to Music.

Why Do People Mosh? A Mosh Pit at a Festival.
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  • 6 March 20257 March 2025
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Why do people mosh? I’ve been in a lot of mosh pits in my time. Some wild, some friendly, some so tightly packed that it felt less like a mosh pit and more like a sweaty group hug with occasional elbows. But if I had to pick one that stands […]

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What to Do When a Band Plays Your Planned Songs – A DJ’s Perspective

The dancefloor at Scott's 40th
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  • 5 March 20255 March 2025
  • Events, Music, Uncategorized

A Night at The Victoria – Scott’s 40th Birthday Bash Last weekend, I had the pleasure of DJing Scott’s 40th birthday at The Victoria Birmingham, and what a night it was! Scott had requested an mix of popular 00s/10s metal, punk, indie, and alternative rock floor-fillers, alongside classic rock favourites […]

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A Feel-Good Night: DJ Set at The Actress & Bishop – 28th February 2025

Interior of The Actress & Bishop in Birmingham - Indie Club Night featuring a rustic wooden bar, industrial-style seating, and a relaxed pub atmosphere.
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  • 1 March 20255 March 2025
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‘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 […]

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State Champs, Student Night & A Pop-Punk Takeover at Subside! 🎸🔥

Subside Bar Valentine's Month special offer poster featuring five shots of Tequila Rose for £10 with a pink theme.
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  • 27 February 202527 February 2025
  • Bars and Clubs, Music

Wednesday night at Subside was an absolute riot! With State Champs playing over the road at the O2 Institute, it was no surprise that loads of gig-goers made their way straight to us after the show. That meant a night packed with pop-punk anthems, emo classics, and some unexpected bangers. […]

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  • Skanking in Leopard Print – A Jolly Ska Punk Wedding at Lykke, Sheffield
  • Fun Times Being a Wedding DJ in Nottingham – Pop-Punk Meets Soul at Cosy Club
  • An Epic Day of Sad Goodbyes and Rad Guitars: DJing an Alternative Club Night in Birmingham
  • Raining Men and Reigning Men: A Night to Remember at The Actress & Bishop
  • A Perfect Blend of Whimsy, Edge, and Celebration: Unforgettable Pop-Punk and Emo Wedding DJ Experience at Chris & Kim’s

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