As usual we dig for your party pleasure. This week on our Club Watch – Essential UK parties we have picked a selection of club nights from across the British Isles. From Belfast to Edinburgh, Glasgow to London. We bring you our favourite parties this week.

Craig Richards b2b Nicholas Lutz at Wire Club Leeds

Celebrating their 8th birthday the Butter Side Up boys take over Wire Club’s intimate basement. Known for their clever bookings and rowdy following, Butter Side Up have pulled out all the stops. Fabric resident Craig Richards will be joined by Nicholas Lutz for what will no doubt be an impressive DJ masterclass. Neither artist is a stranger to the Butter Side Up brand having both played on different occasions before. The two artists have also been busy creating magic together after a string of unforgettable b2b sets at Fabric, Exit and Houghton. Expect the unexpected from these wicked crate diggers.

Teletech presents at Hidden, Manchester

Teletech are known for delivering line ups filled with talent from the upper echelons of dance music. For their first big show of the year they return to Hidden. The main room is under the control of Radio Slave, Randomer and Teletech residents Jay Innes & Speedo. A nice touch and something we are particularly looking forward to is Chaos in the CBD having full control of the basement. The Kiwi brothers will perform an extended 3 hour set.

Return to the Mono at Sub Club Glasgow

The Glaswegian duo Slam return to Sub Club for their monthly residency Return to the Mono. As usual they will be joined by another heavyweight from the techno realm. Fresh from making his Scottish debut at the Maximum Pressures NYD party where he was a stand out performer. I hate Models returns with what can only be described as a showdown between love and hate. Darkness and light. All things good and all things bad in the world. This deeply conflicting style is what has one the French DJ a very loyal following that support his every move.

Glitterbox at Ministry of Sound, London

Glitterbox is the raging success story of the last few seasons in Ibiza. Where other brands have tried and failed, Glitterbox has flown the flag for disco and proper partying. Its relaxed and un-judgemental approach is what makes it a firm favourite of clubbers around the world. Returning to the UK to take over Ministry of Sound. What we can guarantee is you will be moving your mind, your body and your soul. With Joey Negro and Horse Meat Disco there’s no reason to expect anything less. Uplifting house, fresh disco cuts and an array of unmistakable dance floor gems. Get ready to let your hair down and dance the night away.

House Of Wax at Spennos, Middlesbrough

Aussie, Elliot Struck aka Loods will be making his Boro debut for House of Wax. Loods has become one of the scenes most exciting artists, thanks to his debut release ‘Love is real’ on Steel City Dance Discs. The track which saw him become a mainstay on Mall Grabs ‘Looking for Trouble Tour’ is characteristic of his high octane sets. Expect pure hands in the air, house vibes and a proper party going well into Sunday afternoon.


Helena Hauff Shine at The Limelight, Belfast

Shine having being throwing parties for over twenty years. Every year since 1995 they have been booking huge line ups for sell out crowds. Headlining this edition is one of the most in demand artists the scene has to offer. Known for her nostalgic and futuristic sound, that draws upon acid, electro, techno and minimalism. Helena Hauff will be joined by Belfast’s own big hitter Phil Kieran. Finishing off this wicked line up is Imogen. An artist that recently made our list of the top 5 female selectors you should be keeping an eye on.

Hammer at Stealth, Nottingham

Returning to the Stealth for only the second time is Belfast born Rory Hamilton aka Hammer. Having held a residency at Belfasts biggest party Shine, he has now taken the reigns as the new Sub Club resident. He is one of the founders of the ‘Feel My Bicep’ label & blog. Sharing the same love for the Euphoric as Bicep. He will bring his own warm, rich and nostalgia tinged synths to craft dreamy timeless house music for the people of Nottingham.