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Category: Bars and Clubs

Inside an Indie Club Set in Birmingham – From Friday Night to Indie Wedding DJ Energy

Curtis Allen - Indie Wedding DJ
  • Curtis Allen
  • 29 January 202622 February 2026
  • Bars and Clubs, Music, Setlists, Weddings

If you’re looking for an indie wedding DJ in Birmingham, one of the questions you’re probably asking yourself is: What does that actually mean? Is it just a Spotify playlist of early-2000s indie?Is it Arctic Monkeys on repeat?Is it “Mr Brightside” and nothing else? Last weekend at The Actress & […]

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Rock DJ in Birmingham: A Real Subside Bar Setlist (From Sigur Rós to Slipknot Energy)

Curtis Allen - Rock DJ In Birmingham - A Subside Setlist
  • Curtis Allen
  • 27 January 202620 February 2026
  • Bars and Clubs, Music, Weddings

It’s been a while since I shared a proper Subside Bar setlist. As a rock DJ in Birmingham, I should probably be showing you what I offer. Last Friday (23rd January 2026) was one of those nights where the room let me take a few left turns… and then rewarded […]

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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
  • 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 202522 February 2026
  • Bars and Clubs, Events, Weddings

Why do people mosh? While I am a wedding DJ, I’m an alt wedding DJ who grew up in the alternative scene. I’ve been in a lot of mosh pits in my time. (I’ve even had some starting at my wedding DJ sets) Some wild, some friendly, some so tightly […]

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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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Recent Posts

  • Alternative Wedding DJ in Staffordshire – Pete & Katie’s Emo & Nu-Metal Wedding
  • Why You Should Book Your Wedding DJ Early (Even If the Music Feels Like a “Later” Decision)
  • Alternative Wedding DJ: What That Actually Means (And What It Doesn’t)
  • Inside an Indie Club Set in Birmingham – From Friday Night to Indie Wedding DJ Energy
  • Rock DJ in Birmingham: A Real Subside Bar Setlist (From Sigur Rós to Slipknot Energy)

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