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Category: Bars and Clubs

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
  • Curtis Allen
  • 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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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.
  • Curtis Allen
  • 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.
  • Curtis Allen
  • 6 March 20257 March 2025
  • Bars and Clubs, Events, Weddings

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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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.
  • Curtis Allen
  • 1 March 20255 March 2025
  • Bars and Clubs, Music

‘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.
  • Curtis Allen
  • 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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Subside DJ Setlist: Highlights from a Night of Rock, Metal, Emo, and More

People on the Dancefloor during my Subside DJ setlist - 2-11-2024
  • Curtis Allen
  • 7 November 20246 November 2024
  • Bars and Clubs, Music

My Subside DJ setlist on November 2nd was a showcase of diverse music that spanned rock, metal, emo, and more, creating an unforgettable experience for everyone in attendance. With fans coming in from the Kids In Glass Houses gig up the road at The Crossing, the atmosphere was great. Setting […]

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Spin Sins: Why Last-Minute Song Requests Can Be Tricky for DJs

Spin Sins: Making Song Requests at Events - "Last-Minute Song Request"
  • Curtis Allen
  • 21 September 202410 September 2024
  • Bars and Clubs, Music, Spin Sins, Weddings

As a DJ, I love taking requests. But every DJ knows the scenario: it’s the end of the night, the dance floor is winding down, and just as I’m about to play the last song, someone rushes over with a last-minute song request. You’ve had the entire event—4 or 5 […]

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Spin Sins: Making Song Requests at Events… Without a Song in Mind: A DJ’s Perspective

Spins Sins: Making Song Requests at Events - "I Don't Know What I Want" Pic
  • Curtis Allen
  • 14 September 202410 September 2024
  • Bars and Clubs, Music, Spin Sins, Weddings

As a DJ, one of the most puzzling moments is when someone approaches the booth to make a request—only to realise they don’t actually know what they want to hear. It’s a common scenario for DJs and often leaves me scratching my head. You’ve come up to the DJ booth, […]

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Spin Sins – DJ Song Requests: “Play Something I Can Dance To” Requests: A DJ’s Perspective

Spins Sins: DJ Song Requests - "Play Something I Can Dance To"
  • Curtis Allen
  • 7 September 202410 September 2024
  • Bars and Clubs, Music, Spin Sins, Weddings

As a DJ, one of the most common requests I hear is “Can you play something I can dance to?” It sounds simple enough, right? But this seemingly innocent phrase can actually present quite a challenge. In this blog post, I’ll break down why DJ song requests like this can […]

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Rocking Subside: A Night of Architects, Bury Tomorrow, Parkway Drive, In Flames, and More

Subside September Promotion
  • Curtis Allen
  • 24 August 20243 September 2024
  • Bars and Clubs, Music

Last night at Subside was nothing short of epic. The night kicked off with a heavy dose of Parkway Drive and Bury Tomorrow, setting the stage for a killer atmosphere. As the crowd grew, tracks from Architects and In Flames kept the energy levels high, with every head banging in […]

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  • 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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