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Entrance of Tin Tins Birmingham after police raid

Tin Tins Club – The True Underground Heart of ’90s Birmingham

Tin Tins wasn’t just a club; it was the true underground heartbeat of ’90s Birmingham. It was a defiant, all-night sanctuary where DJs like Tony De Vit and Andy Farley played sounds found nowhere else. It defined a generation, battling authorities and prejudice to remain an absolute legend of the UK club scene.

Packed dancefloor at Trade nightclub, London, with the logo visible. The image represents the 90s UK Hard House scene.

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The Harder Generation: Why UK Hard House Defined A Decade of Clubbing

The 90s demanded stamina. For a dedicated generation, UK Hard House was the sound that fueled the after-hours commitment. From the legendary 3 AM opening of Tin Tins ‘Hype’ in Birmingham, to the ascent of DJ Andy Farley, we explore why this relentless, high-energy sound dominated UK club culture for over a decade.