The term gothic first began to be used in reference to a group of bands in the late 1970s and early 1980s that had come out of the punk movement. Their music was mysterious, introspective and dark and soon a subculture grew out of it. Gothic clubs cater to people interested in goth music, clothing and lifestyle. Fashion is dark in color and sometimes daring or revealing. Those interested in this type of atmosphere will find a number of clubs in Las Vegas.
The Krave Lounge hosts "Sanctuary" on Friday nights from 10:00 p.m. to close. It includes industrial, dark wave and fetish dance music played by DJ Delchi, DJ Rev. Razorslave, DJ Rusty Ryu and DJ MorningStar. The club has a 21-and-over policy that is strictly enforced. As of October 2010, admission is free between 11 p.m. and 12:30 a.m., but there may be a $10 cover afterwards. Anyone dressed in goth, industrial, fetish or club clothing will get a free drink ticket, which is good for anything at the bar. The lounge is part of The Krave Nightclub, which is located at Las Vegas Boulevard and Harmon Avenue, across the street from the Harley Davidson Cafe. The club has free valet parking.
"The Attik" at Barcode occurs on Monday nights starting at 11:00 p.m. The club's music includes goth, industrial and new wave played by DJ RSF as well as guest DJs. It has a stage for bands and shows and a dance floor on their first floor. The second floor includes private booths and a DJ booth looking out over the dance floor. This 21-and-over club has no cover charge. It is located on Spring Mountain Rd., between Decatur and Lindell, west of the Savers Shopping Center.
Goodtimes Night Club hosts "Carpe Noctem" on Wednesday nights from 10 p.m. until 4 a.m. As of October 2010, the cover is $3 until midnight and $5 afterwards. On the first Wednesday of the month, the club has $1 entry all night long. The club plays goth, darkwave, cyberpunk and industrial music from DJ Frost, Mad Hatter and Desolous along with guest DJs. They sometimes have themed nights or special visuals to accompany their music.
