In the Green Room: Housing Bloom

Housing Boom is an electronic dance wonderland where punters lose themselves in the heavy beat of underground music. Organiser Dave Kameniar tells us what to expect at the Port Adelaide party.

Housing Boom is back! What can we expect from the new location?

We’re taking over Hart’s Mill, transforming it into an electronic dance party while also nodding to the maritime history of the area through visual elements. I’m really looking forward to the venue – seeing how it’ll come together, transporting people away from the city, but keeping the familiarity of a Housing Boom event where you’re still part of that community.

What’s the Housing Boom experience like?

We create a safe, inclusive environment – a place where you can let go because you’re hearing good music while surrounded by good people. We want a space where you know there’s not going to be any worries. We’ve got a diverse audience – it’s anyone who’s into underground music, dancing and having a good time. It’s got a real family, community feeling to it.

How’d you go about building that inclusive community?

I think it’s how we approach the events. You know what you’re in for when going to Housing Boom. It’s always going to have a certain atmosphere because we’ve grown organically by having roots in club culture. We’re a club night at heart – which is all about community.

Who are you looking forward to seeing the most?

I’ve not seen Sally C or Juicy Romance before, so I’m excited to catch those [in January]. Also, the local acts, particularly Claude + Burdon and Will Fall. It’ll be nice to see what they bring to the table. We’ve had X Club play before, so it’ll be good to have them back, too.

January 21 | Hart’s Mill Port Adelaide