Be There: New Year’s Eve in NYC and London
If you’re like us then you’re either A) Just starting figure out your New Year’s Eve plans or B) Leaving it to the last minute. Not to put too much pressure on you but it’s the end of a decade, so why not go out to ring in the New Year with friends and loved ones?? Check out our picks below for the notable NYE celebrations in both London and New York. Be safe and have fun!
LONDON
:: Get Loaded in the Dark
If this is what we can expect from London clubland in 2010 then we must brace ourselves. Get Loaded in the Dark is a NYE party on serious steroids with something to offer everyone and their mom. There will be dj sets from the likes of BBC Radio goddess Annie Mac to production sensations Chase & Status to the mammoth Simian Mobile Disco.
One of TLC’s favorite acts of 2009, Golden Silvers, will be performing a live set and will be joined by a myriad of other djs/performers throughout the night. Yes, advance tickets are sold out but another allocation will be released shortly. If you plan on going big this NYE, there’s no better place than good ol Sarf London with this impressive lineup.
Thursday December 31st, 2009
Time / 8.30PM – 6.00PM
Venue / Brixton Academy
More info HERE.
:: Ministry of Sound Present Ministry of Sound Live at the O2
Another amazing option in London would be Ministry of Sound’s NYE event at the o2 with special live sets from Calvin Harris, Deadmau5, Justice, Plump DJs, Dave Spoon, Example and Eric Prydz!
It’s sure to be an all nighter so make sure to rest up beforehand if you can score tickets!
Thursday December 31st, 2009
Time / 9PM – 6AM
Venue /The o2
More info HERE.
MP3: Eric Prydz – Call on Me or zShare
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Quite the contrast from our high profile picks for London, but as a New Yorker I prefer to go “off the radar” for NYE celebrations…
NEW YORK
:: Mr. Saturday Night
Justin Carter, Eamon Harkin and Omar S will keep you dancing while open bar keeps your spirits high. And it’s super local. The Market will be full of win!
Thursday December 31st, 2009
Time / 10PM – ??
More info and tickets HERE.
:: Pendu + Self Help Present 
Temple: 2010
For those of you on the other side of Brooklyn I recommend the Temple 2010 New Year’s Eve party. This jam-packed night of awesomeness kicks off at 9PM and includes performances by Noveller, Magic Is Kuntmaster, Flaming Fire, LYDSOD and DJ Sets from The Xx’s Romy, Lauren Flax, Aaron Kolfage (Germs NYC), Lauren Dillard and Liz Armstrong (Self Help.)
A great array of talent for only $15 at the door or $10 w/RSVP to rsvp@pendu.org
Thursday December 31st, 2009
Time / 9PM – 4AM
Venue /Eternal Christmas : 525 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, NY
More info HERE. Check out the highly-addictive Lauren Flax track featuring Sia below!
MP3: Lauren Flax – You’ve Changed (Featuring Sia) or zShare
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Other Notable NYE Events (Click for more info)
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Point Break – A Perfect Bar Experience in NYC
A local friend recommended and took my Cali group to this amazing bar. He said that mostly locals came here so I didn’t really know what to expect ambiance wise… but screw it, the view at this bar was absolutely breathtaking! No joke. I felt like a celebrity w/ superstar treatment as the staff are friendly and amazing to say the very least.
I don’t know who the house DJ was but he definitely was playing music right up my alley. It would’ve been my dream for people to start dancing, but it’s all good.
It’s a bit sceney for my taste, but it really didn’t bother me much. the bartenders knew their stuff, although their 1st cocktail was a little weak, when he saw i understood cocktails the next 2 were stronger. I also liked that even though the place was really hopping the bartender remembered what i was drinking when i came to order another. (he also understood how good a gin hendricks is, and not to overpower it with the mixer). It was amazing to see their “das boot” which is shaped like a boot filled with beer. Don’t get me wrong, I am not drunk…it’s an actual boot shaped beer container ready to be emptied..try it ..you will love it!! Oh..how can I forget, they even have a wheel o’ shots where you just have to spin it and have to drink whatever shot it lands on!! Now call that bar creativity at its best!!!
We ordered the Veal and Fish Tacos. They were delicious. Mm! We ended up asking for spoons to polish off whatever remained in the platter. (Faux pas? Who cares as long as it gets in my tummy.) The fries were crispy, but not overcooked, just the way that I like them.
So take in this scene: You walk in to what seems like an overly crowded place, but soon fine an empty table. Time seems to stop and the only indicator of the night moving on is the moon and your brain cells slowly going to bed forever. The music is not to loud and the people around look good, the only thing left for you to do is to enjoy that drink you paid ridiculously low for and laugh at the joke your co-worker just told.
The vibe of the place just never seems to die out and if you happen to spot some NYC socialite, sports player, or star, don’t let it get to you… because for that moment, this night they are no long more important than then you. In fact go up to them and introduce yourself!
All in all just a great place to meet new people, or just have drinks with people you already know. I’ve been to numerous bars in the city but i would say this place is just great. Very welcoming staff, very laid back ambiance. I’ve been here twice after my first visit with my Cali group . I would say its worth the every penny you spend!!