Seedy Sonics Lovers Disco | Tue 14 Feb | Rainbow Venues | £6
Maybe you’ve left it too late to reserve a table for two at an overpriced restaurant or maybe you need to forget the whole damn thing in a haze of G&Ts and feel good disco. Whatever your predicament, Seedy Sonics have got you covered. DJs will be meeting everyone’s darkest desires as they play an array of flirtatious rhythms and tantalising tunes ranging from funk and house to garage and soulful drum and bass. Now that sounds far more appealing than a card and a box of chocolates doesn’t it?
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Shadow City x Farr Festival | Fri 17 Feb | Rainbow Venues | £12
Shadow City make a confident return with their first event of 2017, this time they’re teaming up with Farr Festival to bring the party to Birmingham. They continue their quest to provide impressive selectors to the second city, this time headlining with firm favourite from Amsterdam; Job Jobse. It’s surprising he’s managed to fit this in with his increasingly busy schedule, as his appearances span the globe, from Burning Man to Panorama Bar. The second guest is Avalon Emerson who may not be quite as well-known but is already making waves in the world of techno. Expect expertly handled sets, as you’re teased by techno and immersed in groovy house rhythms.
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The Acid Experiment | Sat 18 Feb | LAB11 | Free
After their sell out New Year’s Eve bash, The Acid Experiment wanted to reward their dedicated supporters with a free party to kick off 2017. Take a trip into the world of techno and acid house, as colourful neon lasers dance across a sea of bucket hats and sunglasses. The Acid Experiment attempt to transport you to rave havens of the 90s taking inspiration from infamous clubs like the Hacienda. Expect a blend of old and new with 21st century technology and a humble, old school party atmosphere.
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