This story originally appeared in URBANIA, an online magazine based in Quebec focused on pop culture and society.
“The first six months were the golden age,” recalls Charles-Étienne Pilon, co-founder of Nouvel Établissement, a bar discreetly nestled in the heart of Mile End. For nearly three years, it stood as a quiet yet indispensable cornerstone of Montreal’s nightlife.
The opening was brimming with promise: an electrifying atmosphere and a devoted clientele surfing the post-pandemic wave. The intimate nightclub quickly carved out its niche, drawing in a young crowd of Gen Z and Alpha enthusiasts moving to the rhythm of cutting-edge electronic music. It wasn’t long before it became a launchpad for fresh talent, showcasing nearly 200 emerging DJs.
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