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31st December 2008

New Year @ The Custard Factory.

With a  top notch line up including @ 2 Many Dj’s, Simian Mobile Disco, and Plump Dj’s - The Custard Factory was a likely choice for us on New Years Eve.

The pool had been drained, and a marquee erected to keep the worst of the weather off, it was the real focus point for the night. Heavy Feet saw in the new year, with the traditional countdown and some excellent sparks and bangs. Ticker tape exploded and rained down on the ecstatic crowd.

Over in the Medicine Bar, Joebot provide an excellent set, which was followed by the consistently superb  duo of breaks - The Plump Dj’s, who performed a very tight and energetic set.

The vibe in all arenas was particularly good, and we reckon there were just the right amount of people in. Nice and busy and atmospheric, while still very easy to move about and around, and no stupid mile long ques for the toilets or bar. The security were friendly, and helpful. The ques to get in didn’t look too long either.

Back in the Marquee, Pete Jordan put on great mixture of breaks, electro, dubstep and all things funky and upbeat. Although only supposed to be on till 1:30, by 2:15 it was becoming apparent that headliners 2 Many Djs were unlikely to make an appearance (Due to possible bad weather conditions hindering arrival from elsewhere in the country). Pete was left in the driving seat, and continued to pull tune after tune out of the bag, and extend his set by around double - while making no compromise on the quality.

Simian Mobile Disco hit the decks around 3:30 and pulled the crowd through the night until the wee hours. Their unique sounds filling the air and giving a boost of energy to the remaining revelers.

It was a superb way to see in the new year, and can only be described as a very smooth running and enjoyable event. We’ve already started to hear about some NYE disasters at other events in the city, with events being cancelled, moved, being overly busy, clubs being emptied because of fights, and other general disarray. We’re thankful to report then, that the Custard Factory was a very enoyable night full of fun and frolics.

Words / Pics  - Tom Horton

Full gallery of Custard Factory New Year Photos

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