his (relatively) new nightclub is heavy on the kitsch and lathers on a plethora of pop art for good measure. In a place where one could easily picture Warhol getting wasted, music lovers weigh out those just looking to get trashed.

Mirrored walls create delightful optical illusions that will surely be exacerbated by a drink or two and colour block-esque wallpaper pay homage to an era where patterned carpets (they have those too) and free spiritedness were celebrated.

The club is run by David Baxley - who used to rub the now-defunct CentroFly - and his colleague DJ Terry Casey. They took over the space (which used to be the rambunctious Luke & Leroy) and intend to use its cabaret license to their advantage. Live music acts take to the stage five nights a week, meaning there’s also something to check out.

In its short lifetime, Le Royale has already hosted a variety of big-name performers including Peter Bjorn and John, Kele Okereke of Bloc Party (an idol of mine), DJ Cassidy, and Holy Fuck. In addition, members from Guns and Roses (which elicits flashbacks of drunken renditions of Sweet Child O' Mine) performed live and rocked the stage. Q-Tip, vivrant as ever, also took to the stage for his most recent album launch party hosted by Details Magazine.

Coming up on the roster is UK-based DJ Adam Freeland, The Ting Tings, and Busy P, who is the manager of Justice and Daft Punk (hence the "busy", right?). It's evident that this spot attracts everyone, from big names to assured up-and-comers. With unique decor and a large-yet-intimate atmosphere, Le Royale has proven itself to be the perfect venue. With amazing acts breezing through its doors on a regular basis, you'd be wise to keep your finger on the pulse and ensure that you don't miss your favourite performers when they're in town.