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HARAJUKU! returns by popular demand when Criminal Records presents the Harajuku! Autumn Ball at Proud Gallery, Camden on Tuesday 24th August. As the latest instalment of Londons most notorious Japanese themed club night, the event features seven different themed rooms, hosting celebrating every Japanese wonder from Geishas, Lolitas, Balloons, Comics, Gaming, Origami, Karaoke, Manga, Art and a mix of Live Bands, Indie Music and JPOP.
Harajuku! fashion is all about celebrating a love of Japan, being creative and mixing together different styles and influences, and has proved to be incredibly popular internationally. The fashion element is also a potent theme with the event fast becoming a key stop for a number of the freshest London designers. Party goers mix together different styles and influences and the competition for the best dressed character is fierce. Some characters dress up as idols from Anime, Movie while others focus on the looks of Gothica or Lolita.
The event has already gained a reputation with gaming communities as a great place to meet, socialise and play. At the new location, Harajuku! will be an even better experience as the night will benefit from its own Gaming Zones. Camden gamers will be able to choose from the large variety of PS3 and Wii games to play on the large screen including Xbox Rock Band, or bring their own handheld consoles to play in their own private area.
Manga aficionados will also have their own zone in one of themed ex-horse hospital stables, with screenings of Manga and Animee all night. Other themed zones include the BYODJ, featuring a bring your own MP3 player listening party, to share the best recommendations of Jpop with others and get new tips. This is not to mention the Karaoke Zone where attendees can party in true Japanese style!
Theres plenty more going too, including some fantastic music from some of the hottest bands around. Featuring performances from:
THE KUT, an all female dark indie rock band, who have been making waves in the UK and beyond. Being dubbed 'the next big thing' The Kut are currently in the studio recording their debut album 'Lies My Mother Told Me' for release late this year. Expect sultry vocals, kick ass guitar solos, strong songs and powerful melodies. Rave reviews all round make The Kut a must see band in 2010. myspace.com
CAPELLE, a hard rocking force which combines over-driven '60s inspired Rock with tinges of Electro and Hip Hop, creating a mixture that will get melodists and headbangers all united in one big party. myspace.com
MATANIU, an 8-piece experimental combo which showcases an amazing variety of sounds and influences that create the perfect backing for the unique songwriting and amazing vocal abilities of singing goddess Mataniu. myspace.com
IRAQ, a female fronted indie pop band, with hints of Morrisey and charming 80's swagger. myspace.com
FUZZ VALENTINE, a three piece fuzz infected indie band from London, who combine boyish wonder with skittish pop music. myspace.com
Plus Indie, Beats and Jpop from Criminal Records DJs.
What are you waiting for escape to Japan! Come and see what its all about!
For tickets please visit fatsoma.com