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Meet the people who keep Bogotá's nightlife jumping
The electronic music scene is thriving in the Colombian capital and these are the folks at the forefront of this musical movement.
In a relatively short space of time, Colombia's capital, Bogotá, has established itself as a forward-thinking hub for the electronic music scene.
Having shrugged off its not-so-illustrious past, the city is now home to a clutch of clubs and venues whose mission it is to nurture cutting-edge new sounds and keep this party city jumping.
We’ve explored the scene in our exclusive short film Underground Bogotá, now meet the people who are the driving force behind this musical movement.
Scroll down to get to know them better.
Video Club
For Video Club's Enrique Leon, the secret to his club's success is all about the bookings. While featuring big-name global DJs, it's their dedication to playing the sounds of the city that draws the big crowds and confirms their reputation as one of Bogota's most important taste-makers.
2 min
Underground Bogotá: Video Club
Discover more about the clubs that keep Bogotá jumping. In this clip, we learn about the city's Video Club.
Armando Records
Juan Sebastian Molina knows a thing or two about the Bogota nightlife scene, having been a major part of it for the past 23 years or so. Discover how Colombia's capital came got through hard times, thanks in no small part to Juan's very own Armando Records.
3 min
Underground Bogotá: Armando Records
Discover more about the clubs that keep Bogotá jumping. In this clip, we learn about the city's Armando Records.
Baum
Since opening in 2013, Baum has grown into one of Colombia's best-known and best-loved nightclubs. The 900-capacity venue regularly hosts international DJs, while Colombian DJ and Baum's owner Hernan Cayetano holds a residency.
2 min
Underground Bogotá: Baum
Discover more about the clubs that keep Bogotá jumping. In this clip, we learn about the city's Baum.
El Coq
A haven of green not-quite-tranquility in the heart of Bogota, El Coq is very much a place to be seen. Reminiscent of a country greenhouse and complete with retractable moss-covered ceilings, this is one of the most stylish nightspots in the city.
3 min
Underground Bogotá: El Coq
Discover more about the clubs that keep Bogotá jumping. In this clip, we learn about El Coq.
Theatron
Located in the central part of the Chapigay area, Theatron is the place where the open-minded and adventurous come to play. Heralded as probably the biggest gay club night in the world, this huge converted film house offers colour, opulence and beats to die for.
3 min
Underground Bogotá: Theatron
Discover more about the clubs that keep Bogotá jumping. In this clip, we learn about the city's Theatron.
Music Tracklist
Video Club: Julio Victoria - Ludak
Armando Records: Felipe Gordon - Gangster Fass 1
Baum: Julio Victoria - Unsolved Issues
El Coq: Felipe Gordon - Wolf Slang Amateur Prozac
Theatron: Felipe Gordon - Damn, I'm Smooth