Hidden Gem

Sullivan Room, a hidden gem of a club located in the heart of village remains the only club in the city deeply committed to bringing the most outstanding, innovative, authentic, and groundbreaking House and Techno DJs to NYC. Without a hint of commercialism SR parties are always intimate and have a family like atmosphere propelled by deeply caring attitude of club’s staff. In the past 6 months Sullivan Room’s schedule included such heavy weights as Satoshi Tomiie, Luke Fair, DJ Heather, DJ Sneak, Derrick Carter, Jody Wisternoff, Jellybean Benitez, Radio Slave, Scumfrog and Tom Middleton. Residents Sleepy and Boo, 2 Damn Cheeky, Samsara always deliver fresh beats and get the crowd jumping for joy. Last Saturday I had a pleasure of attending 5 year anniversary of Basic NYC residence at Sullivan Room with Tom Middleton as a guest DJ. Opening set by Sleepy and Boo set the tone for the whole evening: funky, melodic, old school birthday bash complete with infectious, festive energy and decorations. Comprised of groovy base beats and trancy-ish top notes their set was uplifting and joyous just as the celebration itself. Crowd cheered and sang Happy Birthday as Middleton took over right after, starting with an old school sound reminiscent of FatBoy Slim early 90s interwoven with tribal beats and heavy instrumental interludes. His eclectic sound sampling of accordion, steel drum and bongos took me around the world as the crowd got lost in the dance. Tom Middleton rocked and place was filled with vocals and light-hearted, fun energy.
5 Stars based on service, treatment at the door, comfort of the place, crowd, energy and of course music.
Tip: the door is ruled by patience and politeness, so if you possess those characteristics you are in :)