Marc Van Linden, Synergy, The Soundhaus, Glasgow, 6 Jan

The launch of a new night at the Soundhaus on the 6th is a bold move, although judging by the interest Synergy seems to have generated, attendance will be no issue

Article by David Stewart | 11 Jan 2007
The first weekend after the New Year in Glasgow is a gamble for any promoter; the clubbing majority will either be skint, recovering or more likely, both. Which is why the launch of a new night at the Soundhaus on the 6th is a bold move, although judging by the interest Synergy seems to have generated, attendance will not be an issue. German trance primo Marc Van Linden will be headlining the main room for the launch of his new LP, My Way, kicking off a world tour at the 'haus. Van Linden has achieved considerable success in a fairly short time, and has received considerable applause for his production work from the likes of Arman Van Buuren, for the solo singles 'AM 2 PM', and 'Until Monday'. Backed up by Simon Foy and William Daniell, both of Inside Out fame, the main room boasts dark trance with a chunkier tech beat from the Inside Out boys. Visuals will be supplied by Soundhaus favorite, Altronix. In the other room, running contrary to popular club doctrine, Synergy will host the heavier stuff with up-and-coming Scottish talent playing a wide selection of electronic styles. Variety is the mantra for the second room. We also hear rumors that as part of the album launch there will be a few giveaways on the night, including five signed copies of Marc Van Linden's new album, and merchandise for Van Linden's own label Midway records and Vandit. With so much on offer it's obvious to us that if you can so much as stand after the festivities, shift down to Synergy and soothe your ears. A whole new year of fun awaits! [David Stewart]
11pm-4am, £tbc.