There’s a new late-night venue in Vauxhall coming to you from the Orange Nation group, aimed at a more refined form of clubbing. QX speaks to manager, Simon Webb…
There are three new fabulous arches to get acquainted with at Protocol. Each has a really distinct feel – from the club room to the VIP booths and loft lounge – there’s something for everyone.
What’s the look of the venue and experience going to be like?
As you walk in, the first room you enter is the VIP Lounge with luxurious leather booths and table service. The second room comes complete with 1960’s style mic and piano, perfect for live acoustic acts or occasional DJs. And then the club room with opulent Romanesque pillars and the full-on sound and lighting system you’d expect. It’s three mini-club experiences in one!
You launch with Le Boy, a new weekly Friday night. What have we got to look forward to?
Hot boys, amazing service, pumping house music, pre-parties for the biggest gay events, fabulous hosts, and so much more. Make sure you check it out…
Fat Tony gets his own FT Lounge, too! Will he be resident every week?
Yep, few DJs have the kind of presence Tony has, so expect an exclusive extended journey through the hits of house music past and present every single week.
What other nights will the venue be open?
After the launch with Wig Party we’re focusing on one great night at a time. So it begins with Le Boy every Friday night – the new and exclusive, glamorous yet fun and sexy weekly gay party. The venue will fill quickly though – so get there early!
What are you aiming to deliver with Protocol that the rest of Vauxhall, or London, doesn’t?
Protocol will be the definitive nightlife venue – up-market yet inclusive, stylish yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet fun. With mixologists on hand serving up the best signature cocktails and premium drinks, hot bar staff, dedicated coat check service and loads more benefits, this exclusive venue is set to be the destination nightspot for London’s clubbing A-list.
There is loads more to come! Just watch this space and keep an eye on the website and Facebook groups. All will be revealed!
Jamie Head’s Top 5 Tracks
One of those tracks that guarantees to give goose bumps everytime. Love it
X-Press 2 – ‘Muzik X-Press’
(Coyu Remix)
New remix of a classic, and what a remix it is. Builds and builds.
Italoboyz & Blind Minded – ‘Bekeke’
I first heard this at DC10 in September and had to find out what it was. Totally blew the roof off there.
Maya Jane Coles – ‘You’
(Edu Imbernon Mix)
Maya Jane Coles has had an incredible year. Heard this back in the summer but couldn’t get hold of it. Now I have, I can’t stop playing it
Jamie Head – ‘Let’s Take A Walk’
My first venture into production. I’ve had a great reaction every time I’ve played it. Watch this space.
Le Boy launches at Protocol, (South Lambeth Place, Vauxhall, SW8) this Friday 7th October, 10pm-4am.
