Club 1234

Walking past Mountain St. one chilly evening last fall, those of us old enough to remember partying at the original 1234 were astounded to notice a line-up of shivering young divas and slickly dressed young studs pleading with door muscle outside its courtyard. On closer inspection, it was obvious from the flashing spotlights and outdoor video promos that someone was attempting to bring Club 1234 back from the dead. Although the dearth of live music in Montreal clubs indicates this city has never truly recovered from its disco hangover, attempting to revive the boogie oogie glory days of the 70s sounds like a risky proposition. But the club’s new owners, Montage Management, have a few secret strategies up their collective sleeves, not to mention a superstar in their pocket. And then, there’s the building.
The grand old 17th century greystone has been completely renovated, yet has retained its classic cathedral-like charm with stained glass arcs amid original gargoyles and imposing columns. Once a high-end funeral parlor, this building has an amazing presence and immediately echoes old world affluence. The owners have spared no expense to refurbish the décor ($1.5 million) with the odd nod back to its disco past via classic mirror balls. On this occasion, the place was packed with well-dressed partiers bopping to what could be labeled as global house music. The constant beat reverberates from a first-rate sound system and is complemented by vanguardian light shows.
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OK 1234 was amazing like 6 months ago. but now its just going down hill. the musics not as good as it used to be. the people are gettin younger every weekend. the bouncers are just letting anyone with an "id" in. plus the crowds getting worse