Embassy Friday

With the Olympics starting on Friday, there is no better way to start your weekend, than to sprint on down to Embassy, hurdle the bouncers and hop, skip and jump your way to the bar. (Please note that hurdling the bouncers is not recommended!) Last week was packed from start to finish, with many people wanting to turn the night into a marathon, rather than a 100 metre sprint, so make sure you get yourselves on the guestlist and wait for the starter's orders!

Parties at Crystal

At Crystal you will be guaranteed a night of fantastic music and an atmosphere second to none. This ultra trendy venue in the heart of the West End plays host to London's finest parties week in week out, and is a must for your social calendar. We've been partying here for just over a month and the faithful have been coming back again and again for their mid week fix of beautiful people and awesome music, so make sure you don't miss out! The fun starts at 10pm and GIRLS are FREE before 11pm."

Prince rocking it

The one and only Prince was spotted at The Green Door shortly before 1 A.M. August 3rd. It was the lo hi fi night there also known as rock night at the club.

Unlike in previous visits, Prince did not join the band for a jam session. Prince was wearing a black outfit.

Around this time last year, Prince kicked off a record breaking 21 night residency at London’s O2 Arena which included some of the most off the hook aftershows the talented musician has ever done.

In fact, those concerts along with Prince’s love for London inspired his upcoming photo book entitled “21 Nights”, which will include a disc of aftershow material from those O2 shows. It is due sometime this fall and we hear there was a slight delay we are told due to promotional reasons. Here is hoping we get a TV appearance or 7. We don’t ask for much, do we?

We are still hoping Prince does a club show somewhere in L.A. like the rumored Vanguard club or elsewhere. As for London, can’t wait to see the book as I know from experience, y’ll are too funky.

London Parties

Kicking off another summer extravaganza was our regular Thursday at Funkybuddha where many aptly named Funkybuddha cocktails were sampled! Friday night at Studio Valbonne saw the Official Shipwrecked Wrap Party which was an absolutely stupendous evening with the cast and crew joining us to celebrate the end of another epic series! Saturday night rounded off the parties with a packed night at both 24 London and Studio Valbonne.

Go Kylie

29th August - Superstar DJ with Kylie Tour DJ Jason Buckham - With Ibiza-fever in full swing, we're paying homage to a selection of the best home grown DJs. This time round, it's the turn of ex-model Jason Buckham who's just finished touring the world with Kylie on her 2008 tour! Gold hotpants at the ready girls!

Rocking Valbonne

Last Saturday we saw the usually gorgeous crowd packing out Studio Valbonne and we were joined by Premiership stars Gareth Barry and John Carew of Aston Villa. This Saturday we celebrate Part II of Dan's 30th birthday celebration as we collaborate with HUMMER HUMMER the hummer limousine company. Studio Valbonne on a Saturday night has not only become a legendary night in London (arguably the best Saturday party in London!) but has also become a second home to Elite Parties - so expect this to be massive!!!!

The Girly Show at Maya

Last week we held Liz Mclarnon's celebration party after the Atomic Kitten star won TV's Celebrity Masterchef. As usual we were joined by a fantastic looking crowd, as chelsea's uber chic comes together with west ends finest to provide an unmissable party vibe. DJ Dan Healey provided a perfect blend of Rock, Pop, Funky House & R&B, and with gigantic cocktail glasses all around - this night is truly symbolic of Manhattan party culture.

Tannoy news system

"Tannoy has confirmed that it is to use the forthcoming PLASA 2008 show at London''''s Earls Court to showcase its latest loudspeaker range.

Having just last month been unveiled in Las Vegas, the company''''s VQ and QFlex lines have been designed with various conferencing and concert venues in mind, including large dance clubs, open-air venues and places of worship.

According to the press release from Tannoy put out to coincide with the launch, the new speakers are capable of ensuring a building maintains its unique acoustics without compromising on quality or volume.

Graham Hendry, director of business development at Tannoy, explained: 'Through discussions with customers and consultants it soon became very obvious that the Tannoy VQ range had a much more diverse market appeal.

'VQ has already enjoyed a high profile install in one such alternate sector - at Ibiza''''s premier dance club, Es Paradis, which has been winning plaudits from clubbers and DJs alike since the start of the summer season.'

PLASA 2008 is due to take place between 7th and 10th September, with thousands of delegates from within the audio technology department due to present their latest products"

Studio Valbonne

Sunday mornings will never be the same again as our favourite show draws to a close - congratulations to the victors the Tigers! . We're giving the cast one final huge send-off so for your chance to see the Tigers, Sharks & Hawks all reunited for the last time, make sure you put this date in the diary! If you remember what last year's party was like, you can be assured this will be bigger and better!!

Chinawhite

Once more Chinawhite opens its door to us this Saturday Night.

The last two weeks have been just the perfect tonic for the gorgeous weather, this week will be even more breathtaking!

RSVP Essential. Tables recommended.

Guestlist at Amika -

Amika seems to get better each week - great music, stunning venue, gorgeous crowd and electric atmosphere.

London’s prestigious High Street Kensington plays host to Amika - a new super elite, acutely vogue concept in members club. A unique playground for the extravagant, designed for affable debauchery and indulgent fun, without pretentiousness but exuding an abundance of class and style, it is the ultimate destination for major players and glitterati alike.

If you are looking for a great venue, a gorgeous crowd and a party to rival any in the world then Friday nights at Amika are for you! It doesn't get much better than this! Come and find out why Amika has been named 'Best Club' at the London Club and Bar Awards 2008."

More on London's Studio Valbonne

Each and every Saturday we are packed out with London's finest socialites and the hottest music that keeps us partying right through to 4am! In recent weeks we have been joined by a host of celebrity guests while we have held high profile parties for the likes of Usher, Nelly, Cannonball 8000, Caprice and Kelly Rowland.

Each week we never let our guests down as we see over 600 guests come through the doors enjoying the glorious venue and the electric atmosphere.

Studio Valbonne

With the Summer finally here with us, we can safely say that our Saturday night at Studio Valbonne is the hottest party of the season.

Maya London

Maya is London's hottest and official 'Best New Club'. With an Ultra Manhattan feel, it is a club uniquely different from most of London's mundane clubs, as it brings together cutting edge fashionistas with Chelseas & Notting Hills Uber cool PR moguls.

Music is a fusion of Funky House, Hip Hop, Rock & Pop - uniquely mixed together like never before seen in London!!!

No More Movida until Sept

After last week's finale at Movida we return to Maya this week as we continue on from our fantastic launch party when we hit capacity by 11:30pm, were joined by over 400 people through the night, and special guests including Pixie Geldof & Marc Ronson, with Daisy Lowe providing a guest DJ set.

Hosts and Promoters

Sub promoter / Host positions available, We are looking for hosts for some of our London parties. We are therefore looking for people who live in London. Ideally suited to someone personable who loves clubbing, socializing and has a large number of friends and contacts. Good earning potential for simply partying with your friends.

London Clubbing

With the battle of the DJ's still resonating in everyones ears, Crystal and Sintillate look to provide you with an aural assault of the best floor fillers club land has to offer. With the cream of the crop flocking back to this trendy venue week in week out, you can be certain that this is one of London hotspots to be seen at! Tables are £500 minimum spend for 8 people and are highly recommended to avoid the queues. The fun starts at 10pm and GIRLS are FREE before 11pm.

Embassy Friday

If you were lucky to enough to gain entry into this packed venue last week, you'll understand why it is a priority to get yourselves on the guest list again, with our resident DJ's playing hit after hit, you'll be shaking those hips till sunrise and wishing the night would never end! Marbellas favourite DJ Colin Francis will be on the decks from 10pm, so make sure you arrive early to listen what he has to offer

Ibiza get political

Clubbing doesn’t often get political but next Monday at 7 PM in Vara de Rey, Ibiza, a crowd of dance music fans is expected to take to the streets to publicly protest against what they say are oppressive new laws.

For the first time this year clubs in Ibiza have been banned from opening before 4.30 PM and must close at 6.30 AM, and the ban on afterhours clubbing has had a detrimental effect on the island’s club scene.

Visitor numbers are down, businesses are suffering, and with popular underground venue DC10 having been ordered to stay shut for 60 days, clubbers, DJs and some Ibiza business owners are very angry."

Celeb Spotting at the Ivy

For those with a little cash to splash and an urge to inject some glamour into their lives, the Ivy is the ultimate in London celeb-spotting hangouts.

Strictly reservation only (unless of course you're Madonna, Kate Moss or a member of Westlife), this Covent Garden restaurant serves no-nonsense, quality cuisine, as well as some more extravagant dishes.

From fish and chips to beluga caviar, guests can delight in the tasty food and elegant surroundings.

Walls are adorned with black and white photographers of film stars from days gone by, while a 30s feel is enhanced by oak panels and soft lighting.

For those who don't quite have the bank balance to pay for the Ivy's comfort food, there are plenty of other restaurants in and around Covent Garden, including French restaurant Chez Gerard, pizza place Fire and Stone and the Rock Garden cafe in the centre of the shopping area.

Roof Gardens in Kensington

Just down Kensington Street from the Baglioni Hotel there is a most remarkable rooftop garden that, if open, makes for a lovely afternoon break from sightseeing and shopping in Kensington.

The building was originally known as the Derry and Toms Building and the rooftop gardens, built in the 1930s were appropriately called the Derry and Toms Rooftop Gardens. In the 1980s, Sir Richard Branson bought the gardens and today the Virgin mega-group has an exclusive restaurant and nightclub up there. Call it the Derry and Toms Gardens, The Virgin Group Gardens or Babylon (the restaurant) at the Rooftop Gardens and most anyone in the area will know what you are talking about.

There are in fact three gardens spread over the acre and a half rooftop space. The Spanish garden features Mediterranean flora that manages to grow quite well in England’s less-than-Mediterranean climate. We didn’t see the seasonal blooms as it was winter but this garden was lovely nonetheless. The woodland garden lives up to its name by having a wonderful variety of trees to view. It is remarkable that these trees do so well in only a few feet of soil. The Tudor garden will help remind you that you are in England with it walled spaces and local flora.

While there wasn’t much in bloom in the middle of the winter, the view of west London on a clear winter day was really remarkable. Since the gardens are now mainly marketed as a high-end event space, they are not on the tourist path anymore as they are often closed to the public when events are happening. If the space isn’t booked (as is often the case in the winter), visitors are welcome to head to the roof for a look around. Call ahead to make sure you can see the gardens. It is a wonderful, off-the-beaten-track experience that you shouldn’t miss.

Chinawhite Wednesday, 20th Century Fox's 27 Dresses, Pieces For Peace Party

This Wednesday at Chinawhite the creators of “Devil Wears Prada” and 20 Century Fox bring you the 27 Dresses Pieces For Peace Party featuring a silent auction of celebrity dresses in support of Peace One Day. Ladies have free entry until midnight so get yourself on the guest list asap.

Amy Whitehouse loses the plot on a rampage

But this weekend the 24-year-old went on the rampage in Camden, London, and ended up getting into some fisticuffs with a storefront security fence.

London's Daily Mail reports that the troubled star began her night at around 1am by playfully soaking fans outside her apartment with a high-pressure hose from her garage.

Then she began a crazed sprint through the backstreets, laughing with paps and challenging them to keep up with her.

But her high spirits quickly crashed, and Amy sat down in a storefront doorway -- before savagely attacking its metal security grille.

Clooney hits London nightclub

New York’s famed nightclub Bungalow 8 recently opened it’s doors in London and it’s been heating up every since. Last night Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney made it out for drinks with his old buddy Elle Macpherson. Clooney is a big fan of the NYC hotspot so its no suprise he made a visit to the London location.

Bungalow 8 is the venture of Amy Sacco and is noted as London's best nightspots. Housed in the fashionable St Martin's Hotel, it's a members club that is super exclusive. Good luck to us average Joe's to get into this club.

If you have the lucky pass to get in, here is what to expect. The spot doesn’t get going until the wee hours and don’t expect to see a VIP room because the entire joint is aimed at VIP's. If you’re in this club, then you must be special.

Orchid Nightclub

Last night Orchid nightclub put on a good show, as one of the party goers, British TV star Jodie Marsh showed off her twins.

Although Jodie had a nasty scar on her breasts, she opted to show it off to all the photogs. Jodie hit this London hot spot with her hot boyfriend.

The Orchid club is located in the heart of London’s West End and has been running since April 2008. The nightclub provides 9000 square feet of immaculate space suitable for partygoers and those who just want to chill and listen to great music.

This luxurious spot is a favorite among British socialites and TV stars. Next time you’re in London and want to chill in a good bar / club atmosphere, check out the Orchid club.

More parties

On Saturday 26th July we hold Converse Couture's first Burlesque Night @ Zebrano @ The Establishment, Greek Street. Expect a spectacular live Burlesque Show from Miss Bijou Noir, a freshly cut jewel on the Burlesque and cabaret scene. Our priority entry - ladies are free before 11pm otherwise £5 before 10pm / £10 - RSVP essential.

Also this weekend...

Friday 25th - Bangers & Mash @ Punk, Soho. Summer Garden Party & Punks 1st Birthday Party! Jackson Scott will be performing live with his band, we will have Croquet, Cucumber Sandwiches, Pimms Cocktails & Garden Games. Our priority entry is just £5 before 10pm & £10 after.

Friday 25th - Rock Your Ego @ Funkybuddha, Mayfair. Fantastic night, our priority entry - ladies free before 11pm, gents £20 all night.

Saturday 26th - Rock Your Ego @ No.5 Cavendish Square. Again, a fun & fabulous night with our priority entry - ladies free before 11pm, gents £15 all night.

Please remember to RSVP if you would like to attend any of the parties as entry is not guaranteed if you show up on the door.

did Jay-z hurt the tickets sales of Glasto

Glastonbury will be headlined by a traditional act next year after festival bosses admitted the event lost money.

Eavis said: "We'll probably be going for the more traditional headliner next year because there are more of them around and after this year everyone wants to come onboard because it was such a good do."

Organiser Michael Eavis said the presence of hip hop star Jay Z had helped to convince traditional bands the festival was worthwhile and they would be topping the bill in 2009.

He also revealed fans wanting to attend next year's Glastonbury Festival will be able to reserve their tickets six months in advance for the first time via an innovative deposit system.

From October, 100,000 tickets will be made available for a £50 deposit with fans paying the full amount on April 1.

Ne-Yo at the o2

Ne-Yo's new album is called The Year of the Gentleman - and that was exactly the theme of this hour long offering at the O2's acoustic venue last night.Neyogig

The band wore grey pin-striped suits, the backing dancers wore full ball gowns and Ne-Yo himself sported a black, then white, tuxedo with top hat, bow tie and diamond cane in tow.

He effortlessly mixed an old-fashioned flavour reminiscient of the Rat Pack days with sweetly catchy melodies and established hits like Because of You, Sexy Love and Closer.

Club4Climate ECo Nightclub

Sustainability got sexier last week as Coldcut and Jade Jagger hosted the opening of Surya in King’s Cross. The Club4Climate project is London’s first taste of eco-friendly clubbing, making clubbers happy in the knowledge that their organic beverage-induced booty shaking can generate 60% of the energy needed to run the club. The venue’s most exciting innovation is the piezoelectric dancefloor, which uses quartz crystals and ceramics to turn clubbers’ movement into electricity!

And it’s not the first. Another club in Rotterdam has been going for some time now using the same technology. Clever, isn’t it? I’d love to see more of this. Imagine generating electricity in public spaces like train station concourses or shopping centres, schools, libraries, museums just from the footsteps of the people walking through.

Man shot at london nightclub

A man shot dead outside a London nightclub became the 90th murder victim in the capital this year, Scotland Yard detectives said last night.

The victim, who is said to have been in his 20s, was shot up to six times as he stood talking to his friends in the early hours of yesterday.

Armed police and the London Ambulance Service responded at 3.45am to reports of gunshots outside the Red nightclub, near Limehouse station, East London.

GAY Closes its door for the last time

One of London's most famous gay nightclubs said goodbye at the weekend, but despite speculation that Kylie Mingue would perform at G-A-Y's send-off, her sister Dannii Minogue was there instead.

The Astoria building which hosts G-A-Y nights will be pulled down to make way for a new central London rail project.

She was joined a host of G-A-Y's favourite acts including boy band McFly who once stripped off and performed naked on stage. Others included indie band Texas, former Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz, Sophie Ellis Bextor, The Feeling, Alcazar, up and coming gay singer Sam Sparro and comedian Pam Ann.

Saturday nights at G-A-Y have long featured performances from major pop singing talent including Kylie Minogue, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, The Spice Girls, Girls Aloud, the Suga Babes and Steps.

Ushers latest single

Usher's Offical Release Party for brand new single with Sony BMG @ Volstead this Thur 3rd April. All the crew for Sony BMG will be there giving out promo's etc... we are not yet sure if Usher will attend...

Tuesdays at Cafe De Paris

We had a storming launch party last Tuesday, it was definately the only place to be for London's beautiful people, but don't worry if you missed out, as Drink are back again this Tuesday for another fusion session. Featuring the best in RnB, Hip Hop, Funky House and Drum & Bass, expect the dancefloor to once again be filled with plenty of funky young things.

Paper club

An exclusive night behind the velvet ropes’. In the past ‘View’ at Paper has hosted numerous parties of the highest profile including The Neptunes Concert After-party, Select Models London Fashion Week Party, Alexander McQueen Party, Robbie Williams Concert VIP Party, Westlife’s Album Launch Party, Storm Models London Fashion Week Party, Sonique Album Launch Party, and the Tatler Magazine Party... this one promises to rank alongside them.

Funky Buddha London

Fresh and funky RnB sounds lift this venue in tune with the richly dark, opulent interior. The dark walls and seats are accentuated by large gold brushed Buddhas, small candles and glowing panels of light. The darkness provides a good foil to the peacock finery of our guests. This is definitely the place to begin the weekend. Start as you mean to go on: In style.

Midweek at Maya

We are launching a new Wednesday night full of Glitter and Glamour. This Wednesday, 17th of March at the fantastic Maya, 1 Dean Street, a great mix of Urban vibes with some of the most glamorous people in London…U!! Come and join us, whether for a drink after work with your colleagues or for a night out with your friends, Wednesday’s will be your perfect midweek party. Come and join us, entrance free before 12.00 open till 3am

Saturday at Pangaea

Playing a fusion of RnB, hip hop classics, funky house the hot ticket for the weekend is at the high class members joint known as Pangaea

The ethos of the club is to provide sexy, subtle, and pure unadulterated glamour without the trashy aftertaste, for society’s cream. It hails itself as a meeting place for the fashion-forward, music mavens and social elite of various adult ages, yet the atmosphere is surprisingly friendly and very much alive. Pangaea is a members only club, so to get into the Saturday night event you will need to to get on the guestlist

Wednesday nights at Pangaea

Pangaea is an exclusive guest list lounge/club located in the heart of Mayfair. Pangaea has played host to some of London's most exclusive events, including fashion parties, premieres and high profile music events such as the EMI Brits After party 2004.

Also there are some great VIP tables available at a low minimum spend of only £250 (£500 normally) and group bookings are also welcome. Wednesdays @ Pangaea offer birthday bookings good deals for groups of 10 or more.

More nights at chinawhite

2 rooms dividing the crowd into the best of urban and the best of dance at the hottest high class VIP hangout in london known to many as Chinawhite

Prepare to be amazed as you enter the dragon in the bowels of the Café Royal. With chinese day beds, opium platforms and oriental furniture set against a deep red canvas make for an intoxicating experience for all you smartly dressed urbanites. Thursday night is the hottest weekday night to help you unwind after work and get you geared up for the weekend ahead so why not come chill with the beautiful crowd.

Chinawhite

Due to its exclusive nature, Chinawhite is an aspirational brand for most, however in the chic world of glitz, glamour and well healed celebrities, Chinawhite has become one of the cornerstones of the international scene, an accolade only bestowed on a selected and legendary few. The club's in the papers every week with celebrities and high profile guests every week. Come find out what the fuss' about!

On Mondays at Chinawhite we present live music from 2100-midnight showcasing some of London’s most exciting up and coming live musical talents. DJs then take onto the decks from midnight till 0300am

Sarah Harding having a little fun with another female friend?

Girls Aloud star Sarah Harding seen canoodling with mystery brunette after Brits

Sarah Harding was snapped playfully kissing a female friend in a taxi last night.

The singer was leaving the Brit Awards after-party at the Hempel Hotel, London, and was looking a little worse for wear.

Playing up to the waiting photographers, Sarah, 26, nuzzled her brunette female companion before driving off, reports the Daily Mail.

Girls Aloud lost the Best British Band gong to the Arctic Monkeys at the Earl's Court bash.

Rihanna turns it on!

Rihanna and the Klaxons just finished a duet that took place in a green neon flashing pyramid, whose computer-ized strobes zapped out at the audience, sending the crowd into a tizzy. It was like being in an XBox.

The entire hybridgroup were dressed in some sort of Mad Max, ancient Egyptian ensemble. Rianna descended from a raised dais was their Cleopatra as the Klaxon boys slammed on their guitars like her eager slave boys dressed in rags and what looked like hemp rope.

It was sci-fi and fabulous.

Kylie Looking Hot

Best International Female went to Kylie who regaled the audience with a sci-fi performance even more computerized than the Klaxons and Rihanna.

It featured an LED-type screen flashing neon fluoro lights all over her glittering green slinky dress. She was surrounded by space age dancers in pleather suits every colour of the rainbow. We don’t even want to begin to think how sweaty it must be in there.

Mark Ronson

Mark Ronson, the very boy who has lived in NYC since he was eight years old has just won the Best British Male. He said he, “Never felt more British or more Male in [his] life.”

Kylie at Movida

Kylie Minogue angered hundreds of invited guests after the Brit Awards last night - after they were forced to battle their way into her after party, and were later snubbed by Aussie singer - who wanted to party with a small group

The singer, 39, invited people to party with her at Mo*vida in London’s soho, but the ducked out of sight to a private room at the back of the club.

A source told London’s Metro newspaper: “Winning a Brit Award meant so much to Kylie, you could tell.

"She clearly just wanted to celebrate with her manager, record label and her girlie friends.

“She sneaked in through to her own little party, set up with flowers and loads of buckets of champagne.

“She couldn’t get enough of her own track ‘WOW’ going crazy in the back room, bopping around and head banging with her gal pals when the track was played.”

Soho Revue Bar

Saturday 1st of March will witness London’s newest, sexiest, cheekiest & most innovative club night, ‘House Party’, to be held every Saturday at the West End’s hottest venue Soho Revue Bar (11-12 Walkers CourtSave Now, Brewer Street, Soho, London W1F 0ED).

London Turnmills to Close

Turnmills — one of London's best-known and longest running nightclubs — is about to close to make room for real estate development. The sign on the out side has already been taken down.

A spokesman for Turnmills tells Evening Standard:

"As far as we are concerned our lease is still intact until any legal documents have been signed, which they haven't at this stage and the permission to develop does not mean they need vacant possession for the first phase of the building works. The long-term plan for the building and development far exceeds our existing lease. We are in negotiation with the landlords to buy us out of the remaining lease if they want to bring the development of the basement forward - which they may or may not want to do. It's very early days."