Well it’s been a busy few months for promoters in London, with XOYO and Arcadia already having opened their doors, promising to be an alternative to the mainstream and a haven for underground music, and now yet another new venue casts open its doors this weekend.
Set in trendy Dalston, the Nest has some serious pedigree behind it. Headed up by Fabric founder Steve Ball, and Riz Shaikh, who run’s some of the capitals leading late nights pubs including Islington’s Old Queens Head and Paradise by way of Kensal Green, it’s safe to say that these guys know a thing or two about what makes a successful venue. The ethos behind the Nest is about ‘embracing the new rather than holding on the old’, and it’s promising to present the best in cutting edge and forward thinking artists.
The Nest will embrace Dalston’s fantastic creative scene, (it’s the new Shoreditch, don’t you know) boasting an eclectic and diverse array of events showcasing and supporting the best in live music, art and fashion, whilst also introducing worldwide new talent into an area which has fast become London’s hottest night spot. What’s the more the team are planning on giving something back to the area, buy Nurturing and supporting new talent through The Nest Award – a mentor scheme and monthly cash bursary of up to £1,500 awarded to a deserving creative project.
If the launch weekend is anything to go on we’re hoping for big things from the Nest. The space has been designed to have a dark and industrial feel using exposed concrete and neon lights, complete with cubby holes and caged alcoves. The perfect place to enjoy The Juan Maclean, hotly tipped Australian duo Flight Facilities, Dalston’s very own The C90’s and live sets from rising stars Fiction and Phantom, all appearing next weekend.
Launch Weekend Opening Times:
Fri & Sat 8pm till 4am, Free Before 10pm / £4 After
Sun 4pm – 2am, Free Before 9pm / £4 After
The Nest
36 Stoke Newington Road
London
N16 7XJ
Free before 8pm/ £4 after
