PAGE 97: The best House Music Events & Venues this summer
Kent House music producer and DJ Page 97 outlines the best events and venues to visit in Summer ‘21
Kent House music producer and DJ Page 97 (@page_97) has started the next chapter of his music career with recent releases on 3rd Floor Records, LSA and Cartel Collective and new music out on iTunes, Spotify and Beatport! While he can usually be found streaming live on Instagram, with studio sessions and DJ mixes, he has collaborated with ‘cene Magazine to pick out some of his favourite House events and venues to look out for this summer.
“With a sense of freedom returning back to our UK nightlife scene as restrictions are easing, I’ve been thinking a lot about which events I’ll be heading to in order to get back into the party spirit,” says Page 97. “In fact, it’s basically all I’ve had on my mind over the past year and a half, and like you, I simply can’t wait to get back on the dancefloor and behind the decks!
“So, I’ve put together a list of some of my favourite events in London and Kent that I can’t wait to get to, and believe me, I’ll be among the first in the door when they open up! In no particular order, let’s get started!”
Founded Events
If you’re from Kent and the surrounding areas, and you’re into house music, the chances are you will have heard of Founded Events. Founded’s owners Brett Alexander and Adam Brown have been smashing events since 2019, and it’s safe to say they‘ve found what works! There’s a great range of house styles being played here: from Minimal/Deep Tech and Funky tracks, right through to some harder hitting Tech House bangers as the night-time hours draw on - so whatever style of House you’re into, Founded have it!
Even during the pandemic, Founded found a way to keep the party going for us all with their responsible approach to seated, socially distanced events. With arms in the air doing all the dancing, there was still a massive party atmosphere! I can’t wait to be standing up and dancing at their future events!
On the subject of future events for Founded, they’ve upped the levels yet again! They’re running their very own Founded Festival on the 14th August in Kent this year! I’m so excited to have been asked to perform at the festival alongside so many other amazing DJs! Send me a message on Instagram if you need tickets!
Oh… and just so you know… They’ve just gone and secured a spot at the infamous Ministry of Sound later this Summer - one of London and the world’s leading, most recognisable nightclubs! Definitely keep your eyes on the Founded socials for more on that!
“Founded Fest” Ticket Link:: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Medway-Rochester/Sheppey-R-F-C/Founded-presents-Foun ded-Fest/35797468/
TEASE Events
When it comes to events in Kent, TEASE Events (formerly known as LoveHouse) are switching up the game for Tunbridge Wells, and they’re back with their Summer Day Party event at Pitcher & Piano!
With Sammy Porter headlining, and acts like SkyHigh, Danny Rhys and Faz Sherazi to name just a few - I for one couldn’t be more excited about this one!
A new date is pending for this event due to the recent postponing of the easing of social distancing restrictions on nightlife, but this won’t stop TEASE! There’s only big things to come from this brand, so I’m looking forward to seeing more events being released soon from this brand!
“TEASE Summer Day Party” Ticket Link: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Tunbridge-Wells/Pitcher-And-Piano/TEASE-Summer-Day-Par ty---Sammy-Porter-LoveJuice--Guest-DJs/35797086/
The Source Bar
Everyone in Kent knows Source Bar, and for good reason! This venue is synonymous with Kent nightlife, so I’d be a daft fool not to include this venue in my list!
The Source Bar in Maidstone's Rose Yard has been supporting talented local DJs, and hosting internationally recognised DJs for many years, and I for one am absolutely buzzing for what they have to offer when events start getting released!
Keep an eye on @sourcemaidstone for news on their reopening party!
Fixed Music Events
This brand new, underground rolling Tech-House and Techno event is coming soon, and set to launch this Summer; and word on the street is that it’s going to take Maidstone by storm! This event brings the sound of Jimmy P and other like minded Artists to Maidstone and I’m looking forward to getting my underground music fix from Fixed Music Events when they open this summer! Be sure to keep an eye on the Fixed Music socials for information on the big launch!
Fixed are going all out with a refreshing and commendable approach to running events - music and people first. Jimmy P, the creative mind behind the brand, has given me an insight into what to expect from this new and exciting brand! Music first, high energyTech House and Techno and an emphasis on production. Lighting is also planned to be really exciting! Crowd experienced is at the forefront of the plans, so everything is designed to make sure you have a good time.
“Fixed Music Events”: www.instagram.com/fixedmusicuk
Motion Events
Motion Events, run by DJ due PressPlay, have been absolutely making movements with their events all around London and Kent over the past couple of years at unreal venues like Lightbox, Floripa and Kent’s very own Social Chill Bar! On the 10th July they’re back at Maidstone’s very own Social Chill Bar, and it’ll be an absolute blast with drinks at tables and a quality lineup!
Even with the Government’s recent decision to postpone events getting back to normal, Motion Events are still providing the goods! The Motion Events team said it best when they said “The show shall go on, at a reduced capacity and with table service”.
This is a seated party that shouldn't be missed, and I can’t wait to see what the Motion team has in store for us all when we can all stand up and dance as one again!
“Motion @ Social Chill Bar”: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Maidstone/Social-Chill-Bar/Motion/35801957/
Which events will you be heading to this Summer? Let me know at www.instagram.com/page_97