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ShapeShifter Lab

3.6 (23 reviews)
Open 7:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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The band is great but fuck this place?
John M.

The music is great but the establishment is ridiculous, this is not on par with any decent establishment. Staff was rude and tried to explain to me why i couldnt take photos of my friends while they were playing a set? Like what the hell lol... In order for musicians to receive any photos or videos of their performance they have to pay for them? Just not the direction that a music venue in brooklyn should be going.. And especially considering the place is completely out of the way, you'd imagine they would want more people to know about this place but i guess not? Stupid

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Kevin C.

We had our wedding party and everyone had a wonderful time. The staff is friendly and efficient and the sound system is great

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1 year ago

Love this place! Fantastic music-such a cool vibe! The street's a little busy so park on 7th Ave and walk around the corner to Union....

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12 years ago

These grumbling types don't get it. Shapeshifter books great music and is a nice place to listen. Enough said.

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What I have always appreciated about Friends and Lovers is how seamlessly it blends old‑school New…read moreYork nightlife spirit with a warm feeling of community‑driven connection. The programming is thoughtful and deliberate: great DJs who actually play what the crowd wants, live acts, and events that draw people of all ages without feeling chaotic. Even on busy nights, the staff keeps things running smoothly, and the crowd is respectful and upbeat. It's a place where you can enjoy good music, good company, a feeling of community thinking that we're all in this together, and a sense of authenticity that's getting harder to find in the city. In conclusion, 5 stars for the crowd and the club that keeps it happy

I have a love/hate relationship with this place…read more I have had horrendous experiences here where an entire birthday group of 15 people left the line outside to go elsewhere because bouncers were on a weird power trip beefing with random people behind us in line. I have also had fun nights here with great music, dancing, and vibes. I'm officially old now and my thoughts on the place are tempered --that I'm glad it exists and it's an important space for the whole community. This has been a fairly reliable and solid place to dance which a good mix of genres, crowds, and vibes for years now. Used to frequent as I lived right over in Clinton Hill while in college. Oftentimes it has been the only place close by to dance in that kind of setting. The drinks are fine and bartenders typically chill. They did look at us like we were crazy one night when we asked for two long island iced teas haha... ...but also like actually why not? Maybe I want that chaos in my life. They said no, probably for the best. Bouncers outside have been hit or miss over the years but honestly you can say that about any place, they keep BS out so i can't blame them. I don't think the place should really ever have a cover including when it was at its busiest, but I think it may be necessary for overhead. The bathroom line can get long and people take their time in there doing what they'll do.. Can be a wildcard for what it will be like inside, but if you come with a fun group, problem solved. Overall the staff is "no BS" to put it simply, so as long and you're chill and respectful, you *shouldn't* have any problems.

ShapeShifter Lab - musicvenues - Updated May 2026

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