Electronic Music Clubs in Albuquerque
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Electronic music is no longer a passing trend. In clubs and lounges through the country, it is now considered the music of choice. Even in the middle of the desert in Albuquerque, New Mexico, one can find as oasis or two where the drinks flow and the beats thump away at electronic music clubs. - Self-described as "Albuquerque's premier dance club," Lotus Nightclub & VIP Ultralounge is a swanky haven for electronic music in the state's largest city. The performers of choice at Lotus are strictly DJs, spinning genres such as house, electro and hip-hop. The big party nights are Friday through Saturday, when the floor gets packed for the weekend dance parties. The defining features of Lotus are the nightclub's VIP sections, which furnish plush couches and bottle service on request. Patrons often book these areas for birthday and bachelor/bachelorette parties.
Lotus Nightclub & VIP Ultralounge
211 Gold Avenue Southwest
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-243-0955
lotusabq.com - One Up Elevated Lounge in downtown Albuquerque is home to drinks, food and resident DJs who spin electronic beats to go with the club's sophisticated ambiance. The genres range from the exotic, such as reggaeton, to more mainstream, dance top 40 hits. Saturdays are the big nights for techno enthusiasts, as One Up hosts the popular "Saturday Sessions" featuring "thumping house and dance beats all night long." Many nights require dress codes, and there are often specials on such top-shelf liquors as Grey Goose and Patron.
One Up Elevated Lounge
301 Central Avenue NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
505-242-1966
oneupabq.com - The Olive Ultra Lounge is an all-electronic dance club and one of the more popular spots for gay nightlife in Albuquerque. It carries the torch of formerly popular, now-closed gay clubs such as Pulse. Each night of the week, Olive Ultra Lounge features DJs from around the state and country who spin everything from hip-hop to house music. Saturday is Ladies Night, while on most other nights the club offers specials on either beers or mixed drinks. While there is usually no dress code, the Olive Ultra Lounge does throw costume parties, such as "Carnival" night, where fancy dress is required.
Olive Ultra Lounge
9800 Montgomery Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87111
505-323-4490