FABRIK, Altona, Hamburg

Definetely a cool and impressive party location. A must-see. But be aware that you choose the right event there ;)

Have seen a few gigs here. it's the perfect venue for music. just big enough and in a good location. would always choose a gig here over a stadium.

Fabrik is a really interesting venue to see many a "mid-sized" band in Hamburg. We went to see The xx last night, who happened to be fairly mediocre, but everything else here is great. You can buy food inside, there hardly a queue for the beer, no queues for the toilets etc.

If you want to get a better view there are 2 levels of gantry in the former factory, which makes this mindful of some set from the crystal maze industrial zone. Quality television, quality venue.

Fabulous club/gig venue in Altona. Went to see Asian Dub Foundation and was really impressed by the sound, lighting and layout of the place. Can see that this would be an amazing club venue - 3 floors to party on, seating, loads of standing areas - plus space away from the speakers if you need to have a chat! Particularly impressed that the ladies’ toilets were clean with no queue and that the drinks were cheap. Highly recommend and looking forward to coming for a proper dance night.

Fabrik is a brilliant concert venue. The roof is so high that it feels like a cathedral, but actually I think it used to be a factory of some kind. There are (at least) three levels, but when I was there they had only opened up one and a half. Even so there was loads of space.

I can’t believe that it took me a year to finally get along to Fabrik - I’ll definitely be back - I’d like to go for one of their club nights…

Was there yesterday (second time) to see Black Seeds from NZ. Great gig and the choice of the venue was perfect:

1) it’s relatively small (it was about 500 people yesterday and it was full) so the band can interact with public and pass on the energy. When you’re close to the stage - you feel it!

2) very informal, relaxed atmosphere. Drinks are sold at the bar, also there is a snack bar in the corner.

3) there are also places to sit and inner balcony/gallery upstares - need to try it next time!

Verdict: great music venue, will go again.

Darjeeling