ooking for an exciting, upbeat spot to get down on Friday night? Look no further than The Modern, Vancouver’s perfect spot to enjoy good music- and we’re not talking Britney Spears remixes. The club prides itself on its incredible sound system and talented DJs, which create an ultra-hip nightclub vibe. Baby Grand Fridays bring on the funk, rare grooves, soul and hip hop whereas This is Not Detroit Saturdays promise the talents of Guerilla, DJ Timeline and Jay Tripwire.

Not only are the DJs talented, but you won’t be able to resist raving about the elaborate drink menu, which was created by award-winning cocktailer Jay Jones. Although the nightclub's main priority is music, who says you can’t further enjoy it after a few delicious martinis?

Situated in a heritage building, the Modern has an old-style glamour. The inside does its best to create a sexy, party feel with smoked glass, coloured tiles, and mirrors everywhere. Ceramic mosaic-tiled benches that would surpass any Toronto or NYC Subway seating line the walls. A central L.E.D.-lit disco floor (think Saturday night fever) allows clubbers to fulfill their John Travolta fantasy (especially popular on electro, house, dance Saturdays). And those that want to touch up their makeup (and check those all-too-telling pupils), head on up a level to the mirrored bar for a quick glimpse (especially handy if the bathroom lines are too long).

Although the nightclub has only been open since the summer, it has steadily gained a reputation as a hot spot for partygoers, dancers, and music-lovers. However, The Modern shouldn’t claim superior nightlife status. Rumors of an even stricter dress code (i.e. no Ed Hardy or Affliction tees) in wake of the recent nightlife scene crackdown on gangs has left a lot of clubbers cooling off their downtown escapades. However, it should be noted that Britney Spears (aka Crazy) was Ed Hardy’s first client, and in wake of her recent troubles, perhaps the bounces are actually doing you a favour by updating your threads. -S.B.