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Q: What is ABSOLUTION?
A: ABSOLUTION is NYCs Premeire Goth Industrial Party. It is the Original Multi-DJ Gothic/Industrial Scene Night. It was started in 1998 by DJ Jason in CBGBs basement. ABSOLUTION is a Goth/Industrial dance party and preserve for true Goth/Industrial culture. It is also a way for established DJs to network, share ideas and strengthen their reputations by doing a short set on a weekend night. ABSOLUTION typically features 8-12 DJs per night chosen and scheduled by DJ JASON.
Q: Where is ABSOLUTION?
A: Currently ABSOLUTION is being held at UC87 , located at 87 Ludlow St @ Delancy.
Q: How often does ABSOLUTION happen?
A: EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Q: What are ABSOLUTION'S hours?
A: 10pm-4am
Q: Is there a dress code?
A: Yes. We are a Goth/Industrial party. Therefore it is appropriate to wear a Gothic, Industrial, or some other Dark Scene clothing. If you don't have anything appropriate, the minimum is what I call PIB- Person In Black, which means to wear as much black as possible. Sneakers, blue denim jeans, basebeall caps, etc are frowned upon, as is any sort of "hipster" attire(shudder!). When in doubt, just go with all black.
***A WORD ABOUT ATTIRE: You MUST make an effort to dress up. "Goth Casual" is so passe'. It doesn't cost a lot of money- that is a lie that has been pushed by those who sell clothing. You can find dark finery in thrift stores and forgotten closets with a little effort and imagination.***
Q: Is there any specific way to act or etiquette when I attend ABSOLUTION or any Goth/Industrial club?
A: You know, I never thought I'd have to answer this question, but after the devastation of nightlife in NYC and it's aftermath(haphazard clubs), I suppose it's necessary. Yes, there is etiquette. Goth/Industrial club patrons do not jump around and act like jocks, making faces, looking dumb and acting stupid. They are elegant and together, even when they are inebriated and dancing hard to the music. Goth/Industrial club patrons frown on any untoward behavior. They have style, class and grace(even and maybe especially the hardcore Industrial guys and girls). It goes without saying that anyone who gives the patrons a hard time will be ejected.
Q: Can I DJ at ABSOLUTION?
A: Are you or have you been a resident DJ at a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday or Sunday Goth/Industrial/Wave party in NYC or another city? If so, you may contact DJ Jason to inquire about bookings at jasonledyard@gmail.com
Q: What is a resident DJ?
A: A resident DJ is a DJ who is booked every time the party happens. If you don't know what a resident DJ is, chances are you are not ready to spin at ABSOLUTION.
Q: I heard that ABSOLUTION had smoking and was BYOB, is that still true?
A: No. From July 4th 2009 to Oct. 2 2009 we were at a private loft space that allowed smoking and BYOB, but that has not been the case since we moved from that space in Ocober.
Q: How much does it cost to get in?
A: $8 with flyer or ABSOLUTION ID card, $10 at the door.
Q: I heard you couldn't get in without an ID card, is this true?
A: No. The ID cards are given to regular patrons as a sort of permanent discount card, but you don't need an ID card to get in.
Q: I am a fetishist. Am I welcome at ABSOLUTION?
A: Everyone is welcome at ABSOLUTION, but ABSOLUTION'S main topic is music, dancing and Goth/Industrial fashion/clothing. Will you find someone at ABSOLUTION to satisfy your fetish? You could, but that is not the main topic of the night so sitting around all night waiting for someone to spank or trample you might prove frustrating. If your main goal is to satisfy a fetish, you may have better luck at a party which lists fetishism as one of it's main topics. But if you want to socialize, drink and hear some of the best and most relevant music in NYCs Goth/Industrial scene, you might be happily surprised by the people you meet here. After all, the Goth/Industrial scene and Fetish scene often go hand in hand here in NYC.
***A word about fetishists who are "carpet men"(guys who like to lie down on the floor and get trampled): You are welcome to come in and lie down on the floor in the hope of being trampled, but you cannot lie down in front of the bar at my club. I realize this is the area where people are most likely to congregate, but that makes no difference because we need that area accessible to customers. The truth is that if you employed the services of a dominatrix to satisfy your "trampling fetish", you'd be spending upwards of $300 or more for a single hour of her time. You are gratifying your fetish for $10 or less at my club for many hours, so you get what you pay for.***
Q: I pulled up the flyer on my cellphone. Can I use it at the door to get in?
A: No. You must have a printed copy of the flyer to get the discount. There are many reasons for this, the most important one being that we count the flyers at the end of the night so we need a hard copy. We also feel that the flyers are part of the charm of nightclub parties and we'd like to retain that part of nightclubbing as part of our event.
Any further questions may be directed to Belladonna000@hotmail.com