NIGHTLIFE ABUSE

ENOUGH HUMILIATION, CRIMINALIZATION AND ABUSE!

Maurizio Pasca

"Enough Abuse in the Nightlife Sector!"

"I would like very much that ‪nightlife‬ went back to being what it once was. When pleasure of getting together, dancing, and having ‪fun in a healthy and safe way was stronger than anything else. Instead, I find myself today witness of a gradual dispersion of those values that once had great meaning and instead today are gradually disappearing.

Look at what ‪nightclubs have shown in the past, to have positive momentum towards the future: this is the task we must carry out to ensure nightlife ‪entertainment shines like before. The great importance it has within the ‪tourism economy, moreover, requires of us who love this area real effort and determination.

What I would like to convey is a new ‎nightclub concept. This concept definitely doesn't want to be a bad copy of the past but simply a positive emulation so that certain values are retrieved along with those of good management. What I dream about for ages is a real revolution, a revolution that will comes from all of us. Why not invite industry insiders to support this idea, creating a new nightclub concept. Those interested in developing a specific project, can contact me."

Maurizio Pasca is President of Italian Nightlife Association, Vice-President of Italian Hotel and Public Services Association, President of European Nightlife Association and Vice-President of International Nightlife Association.

JOY IS NOT FOR SALE

Owner of "Joy Eslava" Denies Selling the Club

Due to rumours on social networks, they deny the closure of Joy Eslava; not known who leaked the news, but just confirm that it's not true, they have many high scale projects including "Escenario Eslava" and also their 35th Anniversary... Joy can't close!!

Exterior of Teatro Joy Eslava on Madrid's “Calle Arenal”

Venue owner has denied any plans to sell

Nightlife industry entrepreneurs complain about "a decade of problems, linked with the crisis, VAT increase and inspections", leading them to “question the future." The nightclub Joy Eslava first opened the night of Monday, 23 February 1981, after overflowing public euphoria for overcoming 23F*

"Everybody on the floor!!"

(*) Day when a Spanish Lieutenant Colonel - Antonio Tejero - together with 200 armed Guardia Civil & soldiers failed "golpe de estado" attempt after holding hostage Congressmen for 22 hours... He served 15 years in military prison.

The owners of Joy Eslava in Madrid denied today a sales operation existed at this moment of their famous club and reaffirmed the venue "is a strong and forward-looking project".

Businessman Pedro Trapote, nightclub owner, said JOY is currently "in its period of greatest activity" with preparations of their 35^th Anniversary and the launch of “Escenario Eslava” (Eslava Stage), a commitment to live music with details being announced during the anniversary. The first 35 years of Joy Eslava are hot material from the history of our Madrid.

"Nightlife entrepreneurs are suffering a decade of linked problems, with the crisis, the VAT increase, new administrative status, inheritance of misfortune Madrid Arena and continuous inspections. This leaves the sector in an uncomfortable position, and so many leads us to question the future. But it is not the case with Joy."

Thus, they have come out against reports in media that said Trapote planned to sell the distinguished club and in the future it would be a clothes store or restaurant. 

Joy Eslava, launched by entrepreneur Pedro Trapote in Madrid's central "Arenal" street, opened the evening of February 23, 1981, after the overflowing euphoria of overcoming 23-F. Since then, political figures, international celebrities, sports stars, and familiar faces of culture, cinema, music, TV...  Roger Moore, Pedro Almodóvar, Stevie Wonder and Julio Iglesias have danced at Joy Eslava. 

"The first 35 years of Joy Eslava are hot material from the history of Madrid nightlife passing through the magical sieve into its more playful dimension."

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VAN CZAR ROCKED THE HOUSE IN MADRID

Van Czar (Belgium) & DJ Memo (Canada) livened up the atmosphere at Taboó

DJ Van Czar performed this summer at the LEGACY FESTIVAL in Belgium, as well as at the Hotel “Es Vive” in Ibiza

He promised to mix Tribal House music and rhythmic Tech House, with a more Deep Techno style, playing melodic and vocal songs in the “old-fashioned way” without using a computer.

As always, he adapted his style of music to the clubber’s needs. He played some very rhythmic tunes that made clubbers dance wildly combined with vocal tunes that everyone could sing to!

How was the night?

“Tonight was different, with a contrasting and diverse audience. Regular clubbers at Taboo were a challenge. Some people danced to tunes and enjoying House music with sexy vocals, but on the other hand, there were hardcore clubbers who worship more forceful rhythms bordering Techno. The secret of my success is I'm in tune with the dance floor, keeping a watchful eye, ensuring everyone is having fun with the music I play.”

What did you play?

“I couldn't be exact planning the music because all clubbers are different and they need a variety of things that maybe I had not thought of before going to the club. The dance floor went crazy and this encouraged me to do what comes over me when I saw how clubbers enjoyed themselves."

"I also played some tunes that haven’t been released yet. I experimented a little bit to see how people would react to new tunes I had created few a days ago.”

What was the venue like?

“Awesome! Locals love this nightclub! Three-dimensional visuals were projected on the walls that gave a futuristic look very consistent with the music I played.”

What was your general experience?

“I really enjoyed tonight. After the session I was left with a good feeling. I will remember many happy faces in the crowd. Perhaps their dances, craziness... and connecting with smiling people are the most beautiful emotions and the best reward for me. I want to thank Taboó and Madrid Nightlife for allowing me to express myself as an artist tonight. I had a good time. It’s always nice to work with Madrid Nightlife and at this nightclub."

Julio Velasco, Managing Director of Taboó said 

“I really enjoyed this international DJ meeting in Madrid. Belgium and Canada united together by electronic dance music that urged everyone to dance. It was a fantastic night!”

Venue Details: http://www.madridnightlife.com/taboo/

HOUSE PARTY

House Party with DJ Van Czar

After his success at the recent LEGACY FESTIVAL (Belgium), the Belgian DJ and Producer VAN CZAR, will energise the legendary "Deep House" nightclub TABOO.

Dance to the very best Tribal House with some of his latest musical references published by labels such as KMS Records (Kevin Saunderson) and Bonzai (Belgium).

Enjoy a 'chilly' House Party in Madrid with AIR-CONDITIONING at TABOO.

Dj Van Czar (Belgium) & DJ Memo (Canada)

HOUSE PARTY

Venue Details: Sala Taboó Madrid

FRIDAY 31st JULY (12.30 - 6.30 am)

#FREE Entrance (before 3 am) just say Madrid Nightlife Guest List

CLUBBING OVER 40 IN MADRID

MADRID NIGHTLIFE REVIVAL

PACHA (1980 - 1996)

If, like me, you were a regular at PACHA, loved the sofas at JACARA, remember a swimming pool at OH!, or knew ATTICA wasn't a an island off Greece, it’s likely we partied when there were more than 4,000 nightlife venues open in Madrid, however, going out lately is reduced to only 4 times a year, according to a recent survey...

JACARA (1986 - 1991)

Undoubtedly, personal reasons, such as finding child care or work stress, don’t help, but now we are more relieved of our obligations, more mature, [or more hedonistic?], we have a new opportunity for a very well deserved revival.

JACARA ~ 1989

Around 500,000 people go out every week (28% are tourists) and 50% are aged 40 to 54, but they only go out once a month, based on data from Madrid Nightlife Entrepreneur Association “Noche Madrid”. 

This reveals an issue that affects thousands of mature adults... 

Nightlife Disconnection!!

Are your grandparents having more fun than you?

Armed with courage, after launching the most advanced logistics (children with babysitter or grandparents, overcoming the attraction of a comfy armchair or decline invitations to drink at a friend’s house), they get up and by midnight they’re in some random bar, surrounded by youngsters that could very well be their own children while ordering a drink... 

Wondering where last 20 years of your life went?

 

MADRID NIGHTLIFE

Concert lovers have an easier job. "Madrileños never stop going to the same concert venues, although they go less often, they known well where to go," according to "Asociación de salas de espectáculos y Música en Directo de Madrid La NOCHE en VIVO” (Live Entertainment and Music Clubs in Madrid), which promotes 46 venues.

When concerts cost 1.000 Ptas (€6)

However, many 40+ face serious lack off up-to-date information problems. Give it a try and ask around: 

• Who hasn't experienced the sense of total failure after returning home early on a Saturday night without finding a decent bar or nightclub?

Barón Pocholo, 52, reappers at night

"La Movida Madrileña" (1980 - 1995)

This generation who partied is going out again after a few years of negligible nocturnal activity, mainly due to the responsibilities of parenthood and the economic crisis; and they’re doing it with specific demands. They want a place that combines: local cuisine, drinks and dancing.

Nightlife Entrepreneurs "Noche Madrid" are adapting to these demands but with some troubles: "Venues are designed for the 20+, everything has changed radically. Red tape is complex and we need to cooperate with the authorities to adapt to changing times."

Jesus del Pozo, Elena Benarroch, Javier Mariscal, Miguel Bose, Carlos Berlanga
Ana Torroja, Lolita Flores, Mercedes Mila, Bibi Anderson, Pedro Almodovar

Federacion Española Bebidas Espirituosas

Nightlife has changed, it is more mature and calmer [and so am I]. We have become radical beer drinkers. Since 2007, according to the Spanish Drinks Federation “Sales of SPIRITS has dropped by 40%”. 

*Drink Sensibly*

Nowadays, Gin is more popular but whiskey is still the most consumed, followed by rum. 

The 40+ [grown-up clubbers] have two things clear:

1. Their favourite brand. 
2. They order drinks that require careful preparation. 

A quick, cheap and poorly mixed drink is just not good enough.

Does clubbing stop at 40?

Join the Club: Facebook 40+ Group

JUBILADOS DE MARCHA

Se está convirtiendo en una tendencia en las redes sociales, la cantidad de personas mayores que bailan como si tuvieran 20 años  

Bora Bora - Ibiza (2015)

Hace sólo dos semanas en Holanda el mismo “Casa Opa” (Abuelo del House) captó la atención en Festival “Edit” en Haarlem.  Sus bailes estaban por todo Facebook.  Ha estado apareciendo antes y después de asistir a otros festivales y fiestas de baile con regularidad.  

Otros personajes interesantes de edad avanzada se han dado a conocer en otros lugares como Berlín, Detroit e IBIZA!!

Aquí hay un pequeño testimonio de estas personas, están demostrando a los jóvenes que bailar y amar la música de baile no tiene fecha de caducidad...

Por ejemplo, a Patricia Lay-Dorsey se le conoce como “Grandma Techno” (La Techno Abuela) con sus 72 años, es una de las visitantes más regulares del Festival “Movement” en Detroit.  Hicieron un mini-documental sobre ella, y porque a ella le encanta sobre todo ir a festivales a bailar.

“La Abuela Bailando Techno”

Luego está la historia de Johan de Vries (Nacido en 1932) quien se ha creado una reputación de clase como la "Casa Opa" en festivales holandeses y en las discotecas cerca de Ámsterdam. Este video fue tomado en el festival “Edit” hace unas semanas y se convirtió en un éxito cuando la gente empezó a compartir los movimientos de baile idiosincrásicos de Johan. Recibió clases de baile profesionales en su día, así se puede ver elementos de cada tipo de baile de tus abuelos pisando fuerte con pies arrugadas.

“El Abuelo del House Music”

Habla Johan durante una fiesta en la playa en 2013…

Entrevista en Holandés

Uno un poco más joven que Johan, pero sin duda merece una mención aquí es Jan Bakker, la leyenda viviente con casi 70 años que se ha convertido en un nombre familiar en la noche de Ámsterdam.

Festival “Dockyard”

Luego está Komet Bernhard quién es una persona mayor muy conocido en la escena de Berlín. En un festival había una cola de Berlineses que querían darle la mano. Parece que se le ha ido cabeza debido a las drogas, pero por lo que se oye baila asi cuando está completamente sobrio [aparte de los chupitos de Jäger, como se puede ver en el vídeo a continuación].

El Famoso Abuelo de Berlin de Fiesta

Llegó a la fama protagonizando el video para el remix de Adana Twins “Strange” por Acid Pauli y NU.

KEEP ROCKING MOTHER FUCKERS

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RENT A NIGHTCLUB IN MADRID

Rent a Nightclub in Madrid

Only €50,000 / Month

4 Large Terraces. Includes Hospitality & Leisure Licence [1,775 m2]

Yep! €50,000 a month [only £8242/week!] is how much it costs to rent the former nightclub “Oh Madrid”, famously known in its last years as “Buddha del Mar”.  This legendary nightclub closed 5 January 2014, when they had their last party after more than 20 years open.

The restaurant is located 8.7 km north-west of Madrid; with a total area of 19,000 ft2 distributed on three floors, and is an ideal venue for catering and entertainment operations.

The property has four large terraces on the front, side and rear, which are its main attractions, although it was originally built for residential use. It also has a large outer space ideal for parking.

Since the three Lozano brothers, responsible for the business were forced to close because they were unable to meet the rent costs, many have expressed interest in this venture.

The future of this emblematic Madrid nightclub remains uncertain.  It symbolised the most glamorous nightlife venue in the capital where the Spanish national football team celebrated the 2010 World Cup victory, and was habitually frequented by Real Madrid players and many other celebrities.

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