The best of the weekend’s nightlife: Anja Schneider, Laidback Luke and Slipmatt

We pick out the best club nights happening in the UAE. This weekend it's Anja Schneider, Laidback Luke, Slipmatt and Books Shade.

Anja Schneider. Courtesy of Blitz Productions.

Anja Schneider

Best known as the founder of the influential Mobilee Records imprint, German decksmith Schneider wraps an impressive 2014 for the + - team.

• Tonight, from 11pm at Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City. Tickets Dh100 from platinumlist.net

Books Shade

Glitchy German tech-house duo Books Shade help launch a new Music by the Beach clubbing concept at Nasimi.

• Tomorrow, from 2pm at Nasimi Beach, Atlantis the Palm, Dubai. Tickets Dh100 advance, Dh145 door

Laidback Luke

The Dutch DJ, otherwise known as Lucas Cornelis van Scheppingen, is a renowned party starter who has worked with David Guetta and Steve Angello, and guests here for Cavalli’s exclusive #Occupy club night.

• Sunday, from 9pm at Cavalli Club, Fairmont Dubai. Reservations on 800 228 2554

Slipmatt

Known for influencing the British rave scene in the early 90s, and for spawning the anthem On a Ragga Tip as one half of SL2, Slipmatt spins for the Superheroes (somewhat early) festive-themed party.

• Tonight from 6pm at The Dek on 8, Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City. Free entry