Forge in Sheffield is a prominent venue in the city’s vibrant nightlife, renowned for its contribution to both the local and national electronic music scenes. With its industrial aesthetic and cutting-edge sound system, Forge has hosted a wide range of events, from house and techno nights to bass-driven music, becoming a go-to spot for both emerging and established artists. Its reputation has grown beyond Sheffield, drawing in crowds from across the UK for high-profile events.
Love to be...’s return to FORGE, presents a standout lineup featuring house legend Marshall Jefferson, a pioneer who helped shape the genre’s early sound with iconic tracks like “Move Your Body.” Joining him is David Penn, a producer known for his uplifting house anthems and smooth DJ sets that always deliver. Trimtone completes the lineup, bringing their refined house style to the mix. Expect a night of quality, timeless house music as Love to be… continues to deliver expertly curated events for house music lovers.
Earlier this year, Love to be… celebrated its 30th anniversary in Sheffield, marking three decades of shaping the UK house music scene. Starting in 1994 at Sheffield’s legendary Music Factory, Love to be… quickly became a cornerstone of northern nightlife, renowned for its electric house music events featuring both iconic and emerging talent. Over the years, the brand helped establish the careers of legendary artists like Masters at Work, Frankie Knuckles, and Roger Sanchez, while continuing to push boundaries with fresh talent
This year Love to be… has hosted a number of sold-out parties across the UK and globally, culminating their own Love to be… Festival at The Stray, Harrogate in September.
As the largest dance music event ever held in Harrogate, the festival not only celebrated the past three decades of house music but also emphasised community impact. Partnering with The Ostrich Foundation, a local charity focused on youth mental health, the festival raised awareness and support for suicide prevention.
Championed as the ‘North’s original super club’ and winner of numerous awards, Love to be… set the standard for house music events in the UK. With cutting edge club decor, stilt walkers, flamboyant dancers and hosts, coupled with the finest resident DJs supporting world class guests, Love to be… built a huge following and remains a hugely influential force to this day.
“Launching the festival was a huge leap of faith. It was a significant risk for us, both financially and logistically, but we felt it was the right way to celebrate such a milestone. The response has been overwhelming, far exceeding our expectations.
“Seeing thousands of people come together to celebrate house music, just like in the 90s but with a modern twist, was truly special. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to mark three decades of Love to be….”
Tony Walker and Marc Dennis
As directors of Love to be…, Tony and Marc also perform and produce under the name Trimtone, earning global recognition for their productions, radio shows, and DJ sets. With decades of experience in the music industry, they’ve played at and held residencies in some of the world’s top venues, including Space, Ministry of Sound, Pacha, Sankeys, We Are FSTVL, Amnesia, and Fabric. Their deep-rooted passion for house music and expertise behind the decks have made them a fixture in the international club scene, continually delivering high-quality sets and productions that resonate with audiences worldwide.
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