Thugshop

To find Tuff Club, you first walk into the Oxley Tower – a standard office building in the middle of the Central Business District – and take an elevator to the 19th floor. The club is one of the primary venues for Thugshop, a local collective that has spent a decade building Singapore’s underground electronic music scene. Their whole operation is about creating a space for a community focused on quality house, techno, and trance. Inside, the layout is built for dancing. The DJ booth is positioned directly in the center of the room, making it the clear focal point of the space. Everything else is geared toward function: the sound system is excellent, the air conditioning is effective, and an outdoor smoking area offers a break with views over the surrounding city skyline. It’s a dark, focused environment where the music is the main event. The programming is a mix of respected international headliners and a solid roster of local Singaporean DJs. For lineups and schedules, the official source is always Thugshop’s Instagram or Resident Advisor page. The rhythm of the night is predictable. Queues start to form after 11:30 pm, and the room really fills up between midnight and 1 am. Entry often requires a cover charge that functions as a prepaid credit for drinks, and it’s always a good idea to message the venue beforehand to secure a spot.