Back to Basics Confirms New Venue and First Line Ups of 2012

Legendary Leeds night Back to Basics has revealed that their new home is equally legendary Leeds venue The Warehouse.

After six memorable and hedonistic years at Stinkys Peephouse, the clubbing institution will take up residency at The Warehouse, the iconic Leeds venue which re-opened in 2011 after an extensive refurbishment. The first Back to Basics at The Warehouse will take place on January 21st and will be a special re-opening party with Lil' Louis, Gavin Harlihy, Tristan Da Cunha and James Holroyd.

For the first time ever, Basics will switch from weekly to fortnightly events, allowing the team behind the night more time crafting the best parties, the sharpest DJ line-ups, and ultimately, dedicating more time to its world class Basics’ crowd.

The move marks the beginning of a new era for Basics as it joins forces with one of the oldest venues in Leeds. And with Basics now holding the title as the longest running club night in the world, the partnership between promoter and venue is unquestionably a force to be reckoned with.
 
The Warehouse is a prolific venue in the heart of Back to Basics’ pioneering promoter, Dave Beer, who as a clubber was a regular during the 1980s. It also holds a poignant memory for Dave as it was here where he and best mate, Ali Cooke, exchanged handshakes with DJ Ralph Lawson as they entered a pact to set up Back to Basics.
 
Dave Beer commented: “After the 20th birthday, it was so good and we couldn’t do anymore there. Basics has moved home nearly every 5 years or so and I didn’t want Basics to become complacent. So in true tradition, it felt right for the move. Basics has always been about being true to its integrity and not becoming stale. There were good times at Stinky’s, but we felt we needed to up our game and keep this exciting – perfect for 2012.
 
Former Leeds’ venues also to have housed Back to Basics include its first ever home, The Music Factory, The Mint Club, and Rehab.
 
Following the re-opening party on January 21st, the mighty Rebel Rave roll into town with Damian Lazarus, Clive Henry and Russ Yallop on February 4th.

Circoloco resident Matthias Tanzmann makes his long overdue return to Basics on the 18th February, before Kerri Chandler returns to Basics on the 3rd of March for the first time since their unforgettable 1000th party.

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