Hi there,
I live in the centre of Brum and I have to say, I think the clubbing is pretty good. It's really eclectic which is great. I've tried loads of places out including a very average night at Air (seedy venue, seedier punters) and an AMAZING night at the Custard factory to see Groove Armarda (much better than I thought...I originally groaned when my bf grabbed tickets) which was followed by a top after party at the Med Bar!! the Custard Factory/Med Bar is a cool little part of Brum too- there's a little pool bit outside the Med Bar which gives it a real Ibiza vibe in the summer. I'm also a fan of Bambu too- can be a little too commercial at times but sometimes you need a good old dose of hed kandi!!
I'm a newcomer to Brum really (only been here a year) but I'm pretty impressed so far. Can't knock it really...