Bump is the new Friday night from Manbar owner and promoter Chris Amos that delivers commercial dance tunes to the top of central London at sky-high venue Rise. Here, the DJs share their love of Bumps…
BRENT NICHOLLS
What makes Bump the perfect place to be?
Fab venue, great DJs and in the heart of London. Plus, its elevated view over Leicester Square just has to be seen…
Which male celeb would you most like to bump into and be stuck in a broken lift with?
Thor aka Chris Hemsworth in his outfit… do I really need to tell you why?
Mr Bump is also a famous Mr Man character. Which Mr Man character best describes you?
I would be Lady Bump… because I like to boogie!
Tell us about a time you Bumped into the wrong person at the wrong time…
I try not to be in a situation where I do bump into the wrong people, but there are a few people I would like to bump off a Cliff!
Top 3 Bump Tunes
- ‘Pushing On’ – Oliver $ & Jimi Jules
Deep, sexy with dirty vibe… groin bumping good. - ‘Where Love Lives’ (My Digital Enemy Remix) – Matt Boothroyd
Remixed and funked-up for 2014. This classic will make your heart go bumpity bump bump! - ‘Are You Gonna Go Miami’ (Phunk Investigation Remix)- Phunk Investigation & Paul Bigham
This tech flavoured and uplifting house tunes is so addictive, you will want another bump!
ALE AMARAL
What makes Bump the perfect place to be?
New venue, new concept, upbeat music, upbeat staff and new attitude. What else would you like?
Male celeb you’d most like to Bump into in a broken lift?
Matt Damon, what a Bump! Woof!
Mr Bump is also a famous Mr Man character. Which Mr Man character best describes you?
I would be Mr Cheeky. Because I have the same sassy attitude.
Tell us about a time you Bumped into the wrong person at the wrong time
Well, these things we shouldn’t share. Next question!
Have you ever had a bad Bump?
Yes, actually, I bumped into another DJ in the DJ booth, and I fell on the stage. The party had about 1,000 people looking at us… how cool was that?!
Top 3 Bump Tunes
- ‘The Party!’ – Eddie Martinez feat. Josephine Halle B (Original Mix)
- This song talks about the nightlife funny and weird things that usually happens. It’s fun!
- ‘I Wanna Dance’ with ‘Cha Cha Cha’ – GSP mash-up
For me this is one of the best mash-ups I’ve had come across in the last times. Super uplifting! - ‘Keep the Peace’ (Carlos Gallardo Remix) – Sokool
I must consider old school music for London scene. Carlos with this track represents a new lecture of new old school. Super cool!
GRETTA GARGOLA
Which celeb would you most like to bump into and be stuck in a broken lift with?
Amanda Lepore! [Laughs] She is always in the best parties.
Have you ever had a bad Bump?
Yes, lots! The latest you cannot tell. Imagination is free…
Top 3 Bump Tunes
- ‘Los Olivos’ – Dick Ray
A track with Latin rhythms that automatically makes you dance. - ‘Part Time Love’ – Ivan Gomez & Nacho Plating
A brilliant work of these masters of music. Bang into your dance floor. - ‘Someone Like You’ – Carlos Gallardo
A version of the Adele song. You’ll sing, you’ll dance and you will enjoy.
• Bump takes over Rise (1 Leicester Square, Soho WC2H 7NA) every Friday, 9pm-3am.
