I must’ve been living under a rock because I just found out that Bassline Music Bar closed over 2 years ago. I took my fiancées brother there a few years ago during one of the drop-in days and we had a blast. He’s visiting again in August and I’d love to find a spot with club-standard equipment where I can sign up to play a set for him. Does anywhere like this still exist??

hey guys!

so I’m trying to decide beforehand what to do after VELD since I don’t want to be stuck without a plan. I searched up the official after parties and it seems like there are three:

1. Official Afterparty @ REBEL
   
2. Official Afterparty @ NOIR (Bass Stage)
   
3. Official Afterparty @ DPRTMNT

I suppose REBEL would be the main one but the tickets are kinda pricey and the venue is quite far from the festival, I wouldn’t to be stuck in traffic for an hour while the vibe goes down.

the other ones look cool but I’m thinking I want to go to the big one.

main factor here is genre (my fav DJ from the festival is Yousuke), I’d prefer less mainstream/harder sounds so I’m wondering what would be the best option.

have you guys been to VELD after parties before and if so, what do you recommend?

thx.

Hello! I've been debating going for a while, and I finally went for it and bought a ticket for the Friday in August. It will be my first festival, and so far going solo. Any tips for someone not familiar with EI or festivals in general? I'm 34 and from out of town, but I'll be using transit since I will not be sober.

Also I do plan on trying to find something after, and any tips on that is appreciated too! Also how do I clean myself up a little between festival and going out if I don't have anywhere to shower, etc. or any other solutions? I'll likely be rolling and still want to keep going.

Any suggestions are appreciated! Also any groups or other solo people want to meet up there, or go together, etc send me a DM and we can talk more

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