September welcomes back Madrid‘s citizens. After fleeing the city during the hot summer months, this time it’s the parties that bring the heat. National and international talents will make sure you totally forget about your depression from going back to work or college. So, if you live there (or planning on going there), brace yourself, because you won’t have time to sleep with this top 10 parties we selected for you. Let’s start!
1. Playground Fest
Playground Fest is the new electronic force arising in Madrid. From the 29th to the 30th of September, the Spanish capital will witness the arrival of a very sophisticated and modern underground music festival.
PLAYGROUND FEST is born from the idea of using the experience obtained in the past to advance towards being a leading organization in large-format underground electronic music events. The concept is consolidated with a clear objective: offer a festival of quality in which underground music adepts can enjoy and feel the music in its maximum splendor.
The festival intends to move away from the concept of traditional festival and focus the consumer experience from a modern, avant-garde and abstract perspective; supporting the cultural and artistic environment of the sector. A lot of national and international artists will perform such as Agents of Time, Paul Ritch, Edu Imbernon, ANNA, Alvaro AM, etc…
When? 29-30th of September
Where? Recinto Ferial de Tres Cantos
Full line-up? Agents Of Time, ANNA, Edu Imbernon, Paul Ritch, Pleasurekraft, Agatha Pher + many more…
2. CODE 123 (Paco Osuna All Night Long) @ Fabrik Madrid
There is not much more we can say about Paco Osuna. He has launched one of the most respected labels in the industry, Mindshake, discovering new super talented artists ever since. He was part of Richie Hawtin‘s family ENTER. in Ibiza and all around the world, stablishing himself as one of the most sought-after DJ’s in the circuit. No wonder he ended up creating Club4 together with titans Marco Carola, Adam Beyer and Christian Smith.
His legendary all-night sets are a classic in Fabrik Madrid, and thousands of people gather every time Paco offers this unique chance in the Spanish capital. A truly unique musical journey through the darker and deeper spectrum of tech house and techno.
When? 23rd of September
Where? Fabrik Madrid
Full line-up? Paco Osuna
3. Green Velvet @ Nox
Nox is committed to a unique environment, in which the passionate about electronic music will be able to enjoy the best . Nox’s cabin is visited by not only the best international artists, but attendees will also be able to enjoy some of the most conspicuous national DJ’s on the scene. Nox is filled with the most demanding clubbers of the capital, together with the latest visual technology, becoming a memorable club for everyone.
On the 8th of September, the legendary Green Velvet, (AKA Curtis Alan Jones) will perform in this amazing venue. As an outlet for his non-vocal productions and frequent DJ’ing gigs, the Green Velvet moniquer grew to become even more popular than the man himself, thanks to club singles like “Preacher Man,” “Answering Machine” or “The Stalker.
If you are one of those who like quality electronic music, we are waiting for you at Nox.
When? 8th of September
Where? Nox Club Madrid, Estación de Chamartin
Full line-up? Green Velvet, Karretero, Tief
4. Lowild presents DJ Fronter @ Shôko Madrid
Shoko Madrid is located in the neighbourhood of La Latina. The club has 2 rooms: the main room, known as the “Great Hall” with a capacity of 400 people, and another room upstairs “Crystal Hall” (150pax capacity) where you can enjoy a more privileged night, overlooking the lower floor.
Shoko Madrid is normally open from Friday to Sunday, with different sessions passing from Latin sounds, Hits and R&B, but a new concept has born, “Lowild”. Lowild is the perfect combination between electronic music and underground techno.
This time it is turn for DJ Fronter, who will do everything to make it a unforgettable night for you. Go, Go!
When? 7th of September
Where? Shôko Madrid
Full Line-up? DJ Fronter, Nelson Fernandez, ZeusLopez and Teté
5. Sigh @ Stella
Stella Club comes back to the capital after years of history. if you want to know the real deal, come to experience it yourself. Sigh presents itself as a new alternative for true electronic music lovers, a saver for those in search for the purism of the clubbing culture.
Damian Schwartz and the resident DJ’s will welcome you in their spacechip.
When? 15th of September
Where? Stella Club
Full line-up? Damian Schwartz, Vasco Inspirian, Javier Moreno
6. Upper Club @ Stella
Again, Stella Club comes back to the capital after years of history. if you want to know the real deal, come to experience it yourself. Upper Club returns to Stella stronger than ever, with lots of surprises.
Raffaele Attanasio, Fabrik resident Nuke and Skar will make sure you have an amazing techno night.
When? 2nd of September
Where? Stella Club, Madrid
Full line-up? Raffaele Attanasio, Nuke, Skar
7. Crow Techno Club @ LAB Espectáculos
LAB Espectáculos is an experimental cocktail of audiovisual contents and a space prepared for big events and shows, located in the first plant of the station of Chamartín.
On Friday, September 15 it starts. Darkness and a deep sounds will be the hallmark. Stacey Pullen, the Kosmik Messenger, and innovator from the second wave of Detroit techno (together with Derrick May, Juan Atkins and Kevin Saunderson) will put the best techno from Detroit together to blow your mind away. And last but not least, the queen of Hard Techno: Fatima Hajji.
Fatima Hajji is an specialist in bringing up her deep African origins- through more contemporary sounds, including Techno-house. She stands for freshness, audacity and ruthless grooves, the ideal medicine for having fun. And fun is exactly what this night is going to be.
When? 15th of September
Where? LAB Espectáculos
Full line-up? Stacey Pullen, Fatima Hajji
8. Flamenco Electrónico @ Fabrik
The Fabrik room welcomes all those who have returned to the capital after the holidays with a very special party on Saturday the 16th of September.
Is there a better way to start the fall-winter season than with an evening of groovy, chic and sexy tech house and house from the best artists in the scene? Headlining Madrid’s room will be world-renowed French trio Apollonia (Dan Ghenacia, Dyed Soundroom and Shonky). A staple of any big event, it’s a truly unique combination and their extended back-to-back sets are something everyone must experience. The connection the artists have between them and the track selection is absolutely perfect, something hard to find nowadays (and even harder if you take into account that there are three minds behind the DJ booth).
Well experienced DJ and producer Martin Buttrich and Fabrik residents will share the decks too, to complete what it’ll be a heated up end of summer party!
When? 16th of September
Where? Fabrik Madrid
Full Line-up? Apollonia, Martin Buttrich, Marc Marzenit & Overman, TBA
9. Tommy Four Seven @ Stardust
Tommy Four Seven, based in Berlin, has established himself as one of the main names of the current techno scene. Deriving from a refined skill during his early years as a resident of the London Fire club, Tommy’s sets invariably embrace a rich variety of styles, flowing seamlessly between the straightforward techno that every day requires, and his signature, more broken forms driven through his ever-expanding discography.
A series of early releases, shared on a wide range of labels, including Darko Esser’s, Speedy J, Electric Deluxe, Wolfskuil Records and his now-defunct Shooting Elvis, culminated in the 2011 Primate, a long-running debut in which he could explore how to produce a range of textures he was missing at the time, relying only on field recordings rather than traditional hardware. The album’s success, which saw remixes of a high profile by artists such as Robert Hood, Regis and Perc, marked a cornerstone in its long-standing relationship with Chris Liebing’s CLR label.
When? 15th of September
Where? Sala Cool, Madrid
Full Line-up? Tommy Four Seven, SVRECA,
10. After Brunch Festival @ Autocine
The largest drive-in cinema in Europe, located in Chamartín-Fuencarral. A unique space 5 minutes from Plaza Castillla with a breath-taking view of the city of Madrid. You heard that right, a party in a drive-in cinema… such a perfect location isn’t it?
After Brunch presents its first open air festival in Autocine Madrid RACE where you can enjoy a lounge, amazing food trucks and DJ sets from 1 until 11 pm. There will also be a flea market area with the latest trends in fashion, decoration and crafts. A different way of spending your Sunday evening.
When? 10th of September
Where? Autocine Madrid RACE
Full Line-up? Torrione b2b Luchino, TBA
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