London Live Music Venues
SBTRKT - Photo by Phil Smithies
Tucked away in tiny basements, converted warehouses and cavernous chapels, London's live music venues come in all shapes and sizes. With an eclectic line-up of events, these venues showcase new names in the industry while also providing rare chances to enjoy intimate gigs from big stars.
Former dance hall that now plays host to a variety of live music.
Bush Hall
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Live Music
310 Uxbridge Road, London, W12 7LJ
Tube: Shepherd's Bush Market Station (Hammersmith and City Line)
A unique venue whose high ceilings have played host to a wide variety of artists from cabaret to cutting-edge electronica. Built in 1905 as a dance hall, it made its way to 2001 in various incarnations before being renovated into the live music and entertainment venue we know today. The larger Shepherd's Bush Empire down the road gets all the mainstream gigs, whereas the Bush Hall welcomes niche artists and those on their way up. Occasionally established bands also seem to love it for secret and fan club gigs.
Events at Bush Hall
Mabel
Sunday 17th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £25
Mabel
Bush Hall
2019-02-172019-02-17
Where:
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Category:
Live Music
The Malaga-born and London-based singer-songwriter performs her original soulful pop.
Jon Fratelli
On Soon
Thursday 21st February 2019 - 7.30pm | £15
Jon Fratelli
Bush Hall
2019-02-212019-02-21
Where:
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Category:
Live Music
Scottish alt-rock singer-songwriter and former member of The Fratellis and Codeine Velvet Club.
Mighty Oaks: Acoustic Tour
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7.30pm | £14
Mighty Oaks: Acoustic Tour
Bush Hall
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Category:
Live Music
The indie-rock three-piece from Berlin performs unplugged versions of their material.
Emily King
On Soon
Tuesday 26th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £14, phone for availability
Emily King
Bush Hall
2019-02-262019-02-26
Where:
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Category:
Live Music
Pop, rock and R&B-influenced material from the New York singer-songwriter.
Goodluck
On Soon
Wednesday 27th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £18
Goodluck
Bush Hall
2019-02-272019-02-27
Where:
Bush Hall,
310 Uxbridge Road London, W12 7LJ
Category:
Live Music
Electronic three-piece from Cape Town, South Africa.
All events at Bush Hall
Giant live music venue with a high domed roof.
211 Stockwell Road, Brixton, London, SW9 9SL
Tube: Brixton Station
This former cinema with its art deco interior, proscenium arch and 140ft dome is London's most celebrated venue for live music, winning Best Live Venue at the NME awards for 7 years in a row. The famous sloping floor means there are great views wherever you're standing, though keeping your feet can be a problem at the more raucous rock gigs. Most of the biggest bands in the world have played here, and it also holds some of Britain's hardest club nights. The sound could be better, but with a capacity of 4,700, a 6am licence, one of the biggest dance floors in the capital, and a location in one of the hardest-partying areas of London, this is the only place to watch your favourite bands and DJs.
Events at O2 Academy Brixton
Maggie Rogers
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7pm | £23.25, phone for availability
Maggie Rogers
O2 Academy Brixton
2019-02-192019-02-19
Where:
O2 Academy Brixton,
211 Stockwell Road London, SW9 9SL
Category:
Live Music
The singer-songwriter performs her indie-pop material in support of her new LP, Heard It In The Past Life.
Steve Aoki
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7pm | £27.50
Steve Aoki
O2 Academy Brixton
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
O2 Academy Brixton,
211 Stockwell Road London, SW9 9SL
Category:
Live Music
American electro house musician, record producer and music executive, performing in support of his brand new album, Neon Future III.
Trixie Mattel: Skinny Legend
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 8pm | £35
Trixie Mattel: Skinny Legend
O2 Academy Brixton
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
O2 Academy Brixton,
211 Stockwell Road London, SW9 9SL
Category:
Live Music
A full length, one-woman comedy show from the Ru Paul's Drag Race favourite.
Maribou State
On Soon
Thursday 7th March 2019 - 7pm | £29.40
Maribou State
O2 Academy Brixton
2019-03-072019-03-07
Where:
O2 Academy Brixton,
211 Stockwell Road London, SW9 9SL
Category:
Live Music
The duo plays deep house and future garage.
Mr Eazi
On Soon
Sunday 10th March 2019 - 7pm | £25
Mr Eazi
O2 Academy Brixton
2019-03-102019-03-10
Where:
O2 Academy Brixton,
211 Stockwell Road London, SW9 9SL
Category:
Live Music
The Afrobeats artist performs his favourite hits, Skin Tight, Hollup, Bankulize, In The Morning, Tilapia and Detty Yaself, alongside mashups and new material.
All events at Brixton Academy
Dalston's cafe/creative haven doubles up as an evening music venue.
Cafe OTO
Cafe OTO,
18-22 Ashwin Street London, E8 3DL
Live Music
18-22 Ashwin Street, London, E8 3DL
Tube: Highbury & Islington Station
Café Oto is a vibrant live music venue with the atmosphere of a student union cafe which puts on avant garde music from the Dalston scene. Housed in the old Reeves Artists' Colour Paint Factory - the three storey building was established in 1868 - Café Oto includes a large cafe/performance space where you can get lunch, tea and alcoholic drinks with an evening programme of creative new music almost seven nights a week.
Events at Cafe OTO
Still House Plants
Sunday 17th February 2019 - 5pm | £8, adv £6, mems £4, 3 days adv £15, mems £10
Still House Plants
Cafe OTO
2019-02-172019-02-17
Where:
Cafe OTO,
18-22 Ashwin Street London, E8 3DL
Category:
Live Music
The three-piece group performs experimental electronica material. Support Mette Rasmussen, Teresa Winter, Historically F*****, Laurie Tompkins, Shade Theret, Cucina Povera, Bamya and Ashley Paul, plius an installation By Lewis Prosser.
Joana Gama & Luis Fernandes
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £10, adv £8, mems Free
A collaboration of piano and electronics by the duo. Support from Yoshiki Ichihara & Noa Segev.
Oto Nove Swiss II
On Soon
21st, 22nd and 23rd February 2019 - 7.30pm | adv £26, mems £22, each day £12, adv £10, mems £8
Oto Nove Swiss II
Cafe OTO
2019-02-212019-02-23
Where:
Cafe OTO,
18-22 Ashwin Street London, E8 3DL
Category:
Live Music
The three-day event features a number of musicians and bands from Switzerland and the UK. Friday has Andrew Weatherall, Louis Schild and Tout Bleu. Saturday performers are Norbert Moslang, Belia Winnewisser and Janiv Oron, whilst ...
Sudden Infant
On Soon
Monday 4th March 2019 - 7.30pm | £10, adv £8, mems £6
Sudden Infant
Cafe OTO
2019-03-042019-03-04
Where:
Cafe OTO,
18-22 Ashwin Street London, E8 3DL
Category:
Live Music
The Berlin-based Swiss trio performs its industrial noise originals, with a punk twist. Ricardo Dias Gomes and Circuit Breaker are the supports.
Angharad Davies & Sebastian Lexer
On Soon
Tuesday 5th March 2019 - 7.30pm | £9, adv £7, mems £6
The violin and electronics duo performs Angharad Davies's Solo Violin And Four Bass Amps. Plus Phoebe Collings-James & Last Yearz Interesting Negro performing Sounds 4 Survival.
All events at Café Oto
Camden venue that's hosted everyone from the Sex Pistols to Goldie.
Dingwalls
Dingwalls,
Camden Lock London, NW1 8AB
Live Music
Camden Lock, Camden Town, London, NW1 8AB
Tube: Camden Town Station
, Camden Town Station
This small Camden venue, known as Dingwalls, has a bar at the back, a stage at the front and room for a couple of hundred people in between. Just as renowned for showcasing up-and-coming talent now as it was in the '70s when the Sex Pistols, Blondie and The Ramones were just a few of the seminal bands who performed there, Dingwalls continues to be a champion of new music.
Events at Dingwalls
The Paper Kites
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £13
The Paper Kites
Dingwalls
2019-02-192019-02-19
Where:
Dingwalls,
Camden Lock London, NW1 8AB
Category:
Live Music
The quintet from Melbourne performs indie rock and folk.
Psychedelic Porn Crumpets
On Soon
Thursday 28th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £12.50
The Australian psych-rock outfit performs new material.
Marsicans
Friday 5th April 2019 | prices TBC
Marsicans
Dingwalls
2019-04-052019-04-05
Where:
Dingwalls,
Camden Lock London, NW1 8AB
Category:
Live Music
Leeds-based indie-pop quartet performing upcoming material.
All events at Dingwalls
Art deco venue which offers a stage for both standing and seated events for theatre, comedy and concerts.
45 Queen Caroline Street, London, W6 9QH
Tube: Hammersmith Station
Once London's largest all-seater venue, the Hammersmith Apollo has a 3,600 capacity for seated shows and a 5,000 capacity for standing-room-only gigs. It was renovated in 2002, and now works well as a venue for theatre (hosting a huge variety of shows from Riverdance to Thomas the Tank Engine) as well as rock concerts. It has been the scene of some famous rock concerts including gigs by the Beatles, David Bowie and Queen and does a strong line in comedy - it's where Live at the Apollo, screened on BBC1, is recorded. Its visually challenged exterior (not helped by its poluted location on the busy Hammersmith roundabout) disguises an impressive art deco auditorium - when it was built in the 1930s its original purpose was a cinema and it still features the original 1932 Compton pipe organ.
Events at Hammersmith Apollo
Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals
Saturday 18th May 2019 | £40-£46
See ten of the top professional dancers from BBC's Strictly Come Dancing perform brilliant ballroom dances. Reigning Strictly champion Katya Jones is just one of the ten dancers and Strictly favourites performing on the 35 ...more
Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators
On Soon
Wednesday 20th February 2019 - 7pm | £57.25, phone for availability
The Grammy-winning, American rock guitarist, songwriter and film producer, takes to the stage with vocalist Kennedy, drummer Brent Fitz, bassist Todd Kerns and rhythm guitarist Frank Sidoris.
Blue Oyster Cult
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7pm | £33
Blue Oyster Cult
Hammersmith Apollo
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Hammersmith Apollo,
45 Queen Caroline Street London, W6 9QH
Category:
Live Music
The Long Island rock outfit, who formed in 1967, performs material from their back catalogue.
Magic Soul
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 6.30pm | £41.25-£63.25
Magic Soul
Hammersmith Apollo
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
Hammersmith Apollo,
45 Queen Caroline Street London, W6 9QH
Category:
Live Music
The stellar line-up of soul artists includes Gabrielle, Kenny Thomas, ex-Rose Royce front woman Gwen Dickey, The Brand New Heavies, Jaki Graham, The Voice UK Finalist Michelle John and Andrew Strong. Hosted by Magic Radio ...
Troye Sivan
On Soon
Thursday 28th February 2019 - 7pm | £29.50, phone for availability
Troye Sivan
Hammersmith Apollo
2019-02-282019-02-28
Where:
Hammersmith Apollo,
45 Queen Caroline Street London, W6 9QH
Category:
Live Music
Electro-pop singer-songwriter supporting the release of his new album, Bloom.
All events at Hammersmith Apollo
This mega club is famous for its gay night but also welcomes an impressive gig programme.
Heaven
Heaven,
Under the Arches, Villiers Street London, WC2N 6NG
Nightclubs
Under the Arches, Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2N 6NG
Tube: Charing Cross Station
, Embankment Underground Station, Leicester Square Station
London's most famous gay club is a vast labyrinth of dancefloors, bars, cafes and shops. This is the kind of place where it's perfectly ok- and encouraged- to jump on a podium: skimpy outfits are preferred. The atmosphere in this deservedly famous venue is second to none. As well as the notorious club nights, Heaven boasts a regular programme of live gigs, which include both established and up and coming artists. It has also been used for a number of music videos, including 'Tapes and Money' by dance producer and DJ, TEED.
Events at Heaven
Sea Girls
On Soon
Friday 8th March 2019 - 7pm | £11
Sea Girls
Heaven
2019-03-082019-03-08
Where:
Heaven,
Under the Arches, Villiers Street London, WC2N 6NG
Category:
Nightclubs
Indie-rock outfit from the rising London four-piece.
Amyl And The Sniffers
Tuesday 2nd April 2019 - 7.30pm | £12.50
Amyl And The Sniffers
Heaven
2019-04-022019-04-02
Where:
Heaven,
Under the Arches, Villiers Street London, WC2N 6NG
Category:
Nightclubs
The four-piece outfit from Melbourne play pub punk and rock'n'roll.
Franc Moody
Wednesday 17th April 2019 - 7pm | £14
Franc Moody
Heaven
2019-04-172019-04-17
Where:
Heaven,
Under the Arches, Villiers Street London, WC2N 6NG
Category:
Nightclubs
The London-based project plays cosmic disco and electronic funk.
All events at Heaven
A spiritual home for London's reggae, rock and world music fans.
95 Effra Road, London, SW2 1DF
Tube: Brixton Station
This pub is the sister venue to one of the Scottish Highlands' most successful venues, Hootananny in Inverness. Revamped and refurbished, it's fast-establishing itself as one of the finest venues in South London. The late night venue plays host to a regular programme of world music: reggae, blues, ska, jazz-funk, gyspy swing, battle rap, flamenco rock and dubstep, it can all be found here. It has a crowd covering all ages, races, and income brackets, united by their desire to listen to great music and socialise.
Events at Hootananny Brixton
Agbeko / Footshooter / Snazzback & Tom Excell
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 9pm-3am | Free-£5
All events at Hootananny
Warehouse style bar with great acoustics and an impressive live music programme.
2-4 Hoxton Square, Hoxton, London, N1 6NU
Tube: Old Street Station
Hoxton Square have deliberately gone for an unfinished urban feel, with bare warehouse walls, scratched-up furniture and one huge glass wall exposing the clientele to the headlights of cars trapped in the one-way sytem. With the likes of Example, Foals and Austra gracing the venue's stage, it's a great place to uncover new music - expect sticky floors and big crowds.
Events at Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen
Buffalo Boogie
On SoonFree Event
Friday 15th and Friday 22nd February 2019 - 8pm-2am | Free
Buffalo Boogie
Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen
2019-02-012019-02-22
Where:
Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen,
2-4 Hoxton Square London, N1 6NU
Category:
Mexican Cuisine
Residents spin hip hop, R&B and disco.
Low Cut Connie
Tuesday 4th June 2019 - 7.30pm | £15
Low Cut Connie
Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen
2019-06-042019-06-04
Where:
Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen,
2-4 Hoxton Square London, N1 6NU
Category:
Mexican Cuisine
The five-piece from Philadelphia performs rock'n'roll.
All events at Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen
Located in an old theatre, this Camden institution offers a mixture of live bands and club nights.
KOKO
KOKO,
1A Camden High Street London, NW1 7JE
Nightclubs
1A Camden High Street, Camden Town, London, NW1 7JE
Tube: Mornington Crescent Station
, Camden Town Station, Camden Town Station
KOKO offers a great mixture of live bands and club nights that have put it at the heart of the Camden nightlife. The huge stage, broad balconies and plush upstairs bars are a reminder of its former role as the Camden Theatre, and the deep red colour scheme, chandeliers and gilt molding give it a decadent air that matches the rock stars who grace the stage. It has an illustrious rock 'n' roll history, having hosted The Clash and the Sex Pistols in the 1970s, and The Eurythmics, Madness and Madonna in the 1980s. It became a much-loved scuzzy rock club in the 1990s, before being restored and reopened in 2005.
Events at KOKO
The Wave Pictures
On Soon
Thursday 21st February 2019 - 7pm | £15
The Wave Pictures
KOKO
2019-02-212019-02-21
Where:
KOKO,
1A Camden High Street London, NW1 7JE
Category:
Nightclubs
The rock'n'roll trio presents its latest album, Look Inside Your Heart.
All events at Koko
Big-name acts and a programme dedicated to fresh talent are all housed under this famous roof.
Roundhouse
Roundhouse,
Chalk Farm Road London, NW1 8EH
Historic Buildings
Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8EH
Tube: Chalk Farm Station
Boasting a colourful history, the Roundhouse initially started life as an engine shed. It was later transformed into a bonded warehouse for Gilbey's Gin before Arnold Wesker established Centre 42 here, insisting it became one of the most cutting-edge performing arts venue in the country. Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd played several memorable concerts and it is these performances that have sealed the Roundhouse's legendary reputation. By the 1980s it was a crumbling wreck and took £27 million to restore it. A shiny, angular, glass three-storey extension has been attached to the original dark-grey drum. Tickets for main performances here can be a little steep but you can rest assured that you're supporting one of the best artistic initiatives in north London.
Events at Roundhouse
Amahla
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £5
Amahla
Roundhouse
2019-02-192019-02-19
Where:
Roundhouse,
Chalk Farm Road London, NW1 8EH
Category:
Historic Buildings
London is the home town of this soul singer and her original material.
FKJ
On Soon
Thursday 21st February 2019 - 7pm | phone for availability
FKJ
Roundhouse
2019-02-212019-02-21
Where:
Roundhouse,
Chalk Farm Road London, NW1 8EH
Category:
Historic Buildings
The singer-songwriter aka French Kiwi Juice and Vincent Fenton plays electropop and blues.
White Denim
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 6.30pm | £22
White Denim
Roundhouse
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Roundhouse,
Chalk Farm Road London, NW1 8EH
Category:
Historic Buildings
The experimental indie-rock outfit from Texas play tracks from their seventh studio album, Stiff, including the lead single, Holda You (I'm Psycho).
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox
On Soon
Tuesday 26th February 2019 - 7pm | £29.50-£37.50
New York-born pianist Bradlee and his group offer lively jazz and swing reworks of pop, rock and hip hop songs by contemporary artists.
The Lemon Twigs
On Soon
Wednesday 27th February 2019 - 7pm | £20
The Lemon Twigs
Roundhouse
2019-02-272019-02-27
Where:
Roundhouse,
Chalk Farm Road London, NW1 8EH
Category:
Historic Buildings
The New York-born brothers Brian and Michael D'Addario, and band, perform lo-fi pop and alternative rock from their album, Go To School.
All events at Roundhouse
This King's Cross venue is home to live music, clubs, art, and film.
Scala
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Nightclubs
275 Pentonville Road, King's Cross, London, N1 9NL
Tube: King's Cross Station
Housed inside the old King's Cross Cinema, Scala might be a bit tattered around the edges but this only adds to its battered charm. The venue welcomed legends like Iggy Pop during the 70s, but didn't become a purely music venue until 1993. Since then though it has seen an illustrious series of soon-to-be-famous bands pass though the doors, including Foo Fighters, Chemical Brothers, Scissor Sisters and Coldplay.
Events at Scala
Bodega
On Soon
Wednesday 20th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £13.75
Bodega
Scala
2019-02-202019-02-20
Where:
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Category:
Nightclubs
The Brooklyn-based art-rock outfit, currently much-happening in NYC, channel influences from post-punk, contemporary pop, hip-hop, krautrock, and folk-derived narrative songwriting. Supported by Gong Gong Gong.
El Grande
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 9pm-5am | £12, NUS £10
El Grande
Scala
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Category:
Nightclubs
Latin, salsa and Afro-Salsa night, plus dance instructors, in four rooms.
Roots Dance Worldwide
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 10pm-6am | NUS £13, £15
Roots Dance Worldwide
Scala
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Category:
Nightclubs
Iration Steppas, Imperial Sound Army and Aba-Shanti-I supply dub and reggae sounds on the night.
SFDK
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 8pm | £19.80
SFDK
Scala
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Category:
Nightclubs
The hip hop crew from Seville, Spain, hit the UK's stages.
The Murlocs
On Soon
Tuesday 26th February 2019 - 7.30pm | £14.85
The Murlocs
Scala
2019-02-262019-02-26
Where:
Scala,
275 Pentonville Road London, N1 9NL
Category:
Nightclubs
The five-piece band from Geelong plays its own distorted brand of soulful rhythm'n'blues.
All events at Scala
Former BBC recording theatre now plays host to gigs and occasional club nights.
Shepherd's Bush Green, London, W12 8TT
Tube: Goldhawk Road Station
, Shepherd's Bush Market Station (Hammersmith and City Line), Shepherd's Bush Station (Central)
The Empire is, admittedly, not the most comfortable of venues - the standing area is sunk so far beneath the main stage that anyone under six foot risks painful neck injuries if they want to watch from close-up. Still, the faded grandeur of this former BBC recording theatre, a fantastic acoustic, and the cheerful international population of Shepherd's Bush all add up to a fun live experience, and many musicians cite this as their favourite London venue to perform in.
Events at Shepherd's Bush Empire
Love & Comedy
Sunday 17th February 2019 - 7pm | £22.50
Love & Comedy
Shepherd's Bush Empire
2019-02-172019-02-17
Where:
Shepherd's Bush Empire,
Shepherd's Bush Green London, W12 8TT
Category:
Live Music
Versatile, urban humour as South-London-born stand-up of Jamaican parentage Danny Slim Grey shares his opinions of life. Plus Axel, Kojo, Kane Brown, Kevin J, Judi Love and Aurie Styla.
Jess Glynne
On Soon
Monday 18th February 2019 - 7pm | £45
Jess Glynne
Shepherd's Bush Empire
2019-02-182019-02-18
Where:
Shepherd's Bush Empire,
Shepherd's Bush Green London, W12 8TT
Category:
Live Music
British singer Jess Glynne performs a selection of her pop hits including her solo singles Right Here and Hold My Hand.
David Duchovny
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7pm | £33.50
David Duchovny
Shepherd's Bush Empire
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Shepherd's Bush Empire,
Shepherd's Bush Green London, W12 8TT
Category:
Live Music
The award-winning actor, author and singer-songwriter promotes his folk-influenced second album, Every Third Thought.
Blue October
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 7pm | £32
Blue October
Shepherd's Bush Empire
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
Shepherd's Bush Empire,
Shepherd's Bush Green London, W12 8TT
Category:
Live Music
The Texas-based alt rockers performs in support of its latest studio album, I Hope You're Happy .
Amine
On Soon
Sunday 24th February 2019 - 7pm | £20
Amine
Shepherd's Bush Empire
2019-02-242019-02-24
Where:
Shepherd's Bush Empire,
Shepherd's Bush Green London, W12 8TT
Category:
Live Music
The rapper from Portland performs in support of his second album, OnePointFive.
All events at Shepherd's Bush Empire
This former art deco cinema now welcomes a weekly programme of live gigs.
The Forum
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Live Music
9-17 Highgate Road, London, NW51JY
Tube: Kentish Town Station
Once a gorgeous art deco cinema, The Forum is now an essential mid-sized rock venue. It's got everything you want from the North London rock scene, with superb bands week-in week-out, and a fully-lubricated, enthusiastic and music-loving crowd. Well-designed and well-organised it manages to avoid the bar queues that are a feature of so much London gigging, while the main stage has great sound and a design that brings bands far closer to their audiences than you have any reason to expect in a venue this size.
Events at The Forum
The Lemonheads
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7pm | £22
The Lemonheads
The Forum
2019-02-192019-02-19
Where:
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Category:
Live Music
American alt rock band from Boston, who have recently released a new covers album, called Varshons 2.
Godsmack
On Soon
Wednesday 27th February 2019 - 7pm | £24
Godsmack
The Forum
2019-02-272019-02-27
Where:
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Category:
Live Music
The multiplatinum, Grammy-nominated hard rock four-piece promotes its first album in four years.
Octavian
On Soon
Thursday 28th February 2019 - 7pm | £17.50, phone for availability
Octavian
The Forum
2019-02-282019-02-28
Where:
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Category:
Live Music
Hip hop from the French-born, London-raised rapper.
P.O.D.
On Soon
Saturday 2nd March 2019 - 6pm | £22
P.O.D.
The Forum
2019-03-022019-03-02
Where:
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Category:
Live Music
Christian nu-metal four-piece from San Diego, originally formed in 1992. With support from Alien Ant Farm and '68.
Homeshake
On Soon
Tuesday 5th March 2019 - 7pm | £17.25
Homeshake
The Forum
2019-03-052019-03-05
Where:
The Forum,
9-17 Highgate Road London, NW51JY
Category:
Live Music
Montreal-based musician performs indie-pop material.
All events at The Forum
The largest purpose-built music venue in London.
The O2 Arena
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Live Music
Peninsula Square, London, SE10 0BB
Tube: North Greenwich Station
The centrepiece of the redeveloped Millennium Dome is the O2 Arena, the first purpose-built music venue in London. With a capacity of 23,000, it offers the rather soulless Wembley Arena some serious competition. Big name acts such as The Rolling Stones, The Killers, Justin Timberlake, Girls Aloud and Tina Turner have performed on stage, with the likes of Beyonce, AC/DC, Kings of Leon and Britney Spears set to appear in 2009. The 02 Arena also hosts live comedy and was used for the first ever ATP World Tour tennis finals in November 2009. It has been used ever year since for the annual tennis event - with the current contract running until 2015. A variety of other sports events take place under the dome - including darts, polo, gymnastics, martial arts, wrestling and basketball from the NBA. As a music venue, it is reportedly the most visited arena in the world. From the expensive debacle that was the Millennium Dome, something quite special has sprung.
Events at The O2 Arena
The BRIT Awards 2019
On Soon
Wednesday 20th February 2019 - 6.30pm | £120
The BRIT Awards 2019
The O2 Arena
2019-02-202019-02-20
Where:
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Category:
Live Music
The annual celebration of British and international music hosted by Jack Whitehall featuring performances by Calvin Harris with Dua Lipa, Sam Smith and Rag'n'Bone Man, George Ezra, Little Mix, Jorja Smith, The 1975 and Jess ...
Massive Attack
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 6.30pm | £32.50-£42.50, phone for availability
Massive Attack
The O2 Arena
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Category:
Live Music
Trip hop from the Bristol duo, performing alongside collaborator Elizabeth Fraser, vocalist of Cocteau Twins, whose vocals were used on the single Teardrop.
Nicki Minaj
On Soon
Monday 11th March 2019 - 6.30pm | £50-£65
Nicki Minaj
The O2 Arena
2019-03-112019-03-11
Where:
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Category:
Live Music
Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer and songwriter, performing with rapper, Future, performing new and old material.
Post Malone
On Soon
Wednesday 13th and Thursday 14th March 2019 - 6pm | £50-£70, phone for availability
Post Malone
The O2 Arena
2019-03-132019-03-14
Where:
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Category:
Live Music
Innovating hip hop artist and rapper hailing from Syracuse, New York.
George Ezra
On Soon
Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th March 2019 - 7pm | £32.50-£42.50
George Ezra
The O2 Arena
2019-03-192019-03-20
Where:
The O2 Arena,
Peninsula Square London, SE10 0BB
Category:
Live Music
The singer-songwriter and guitarist, who rose to prominence with his hit single Budapest, performs his blue-folk material in support of his second album, Staying At Tamara's.
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Traditional no frills boozer famed for its live music.
The Old Blue Last
The Old Blue Last,
38 Great Eastern Street London, EC2A 3ES
Live Music
38 Great Eastern Street, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 3ES
Tube: Old Street Station
The Old Blue Last is a legendary pub and live venue in Shoreditch, East London brought to you by the people at Vice magazine. The venue has two floors, the pub and the small upstairs room where the likes of Arctic Monkeys and Florence and the Machine have played gigs before becoming the stuff of legend. The pub hosts different nights which range from fun bouncy pop to punk parties, indie swag hipster nights to dirty drum and base as well as Vice magazine launch parties. In the live room upstairs most nights are free and even the ticketed gigs rarely cost more than a fiver.
Events at The Old Blue Last
Bare Dreams
On SoonFree Event
Monday 18th February 2019 - 7pm | Free
Bare Dreams
The Old Blue Last
2019-02-182019-02-18
Where:
The Old Blue Last,
38 Great Eastern Street London, EC2A 3ES
Category:
Live Music
The Israeli foursome brings its pop-punk tunes to the UK's stages. Hngmn, Brutalligators and Brighter support.
Crosa Rosa
On SoonFree Event
Wednesday 20th February 2019 - 6pm | Free
Crosa Rosa
The Old Blue Last
2019-02-202019-02-20
Where:
The Old Blue Last,
38 Great Eastern Street London, EC2A 3ES
Category:
Live Music
The Nottingham-based threesome mixes garage and psych sounds in its original tunes.
Heavy Heart
On SoonFree Event
Sunday 24th February 2019 - 7pm | Free
Heavy Heart
The Old Blue Last
2019-02-242019-02-24
Where:
The Old Blue Last,
38 Great Eastern Street London, EC2A 3ES
Category:
Live Music
The London-based quartet performs its own take on contemporary rock. Mean Caesar, Quentin Sauve and Sadface are the supports.
The Purple Lights
On Soon
Wednesday 13th March 2019 - 7pm | £6
The Purple Lights
The Old Blue Last
2019-03-132019-03-13
Where:
The Old Blue Last,
38 Great Eastern Street London, EC2A 3ES
Category:
Live Music
The duo comprising Rob Fincham and Akeba Fridye brings its funky-flavoured groove-rock to the live stage.
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The Islington Chapel is one of the most enchanting music venues in London.
Union Chapel
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Live Music
Compton Terrace, London, N1 2UN
Tube: Highbury & Islington Station
This Grade II listed building just south of Highbury Corner functions not only as a place of worship, it is also one of London's most unique and enchanting live music venues with a diverse and enticing list of upcoming events. There's something quite magical about this place and you will be hard pushed to find a more memorable location to listen to live music in London. The Chapel has seen over a century's worth of visitors come through its doors and has welcomed artists such as Bjork, Tori Amos and Fionn Regan to the stage in recent years. Performers are framed by the stained glass window and the space is lit with the warm glow of church candles. A fully licensed bar is open on show nights, and a kiosk in the Chapel provides visitors with hot chocolates and snacks to keep hands warm in those chilly winter months.
Events at Union Chapel
Kathryn Joseph
On Soon
Tuesday 19th February 2019 - 7pm | £12.50
Kathryn Joseph
Union Chapel
2019-02-192019-02-19
Where:
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Category:
Live Music
The award-winning country singer-songwriter performs tracks from her album, From When I Wake The Want Is, with a special collaborative multi-faceted performance with Marcus Mackay.
The Osmonds
On Soon
Thursday 21st February 2019 - 7pm-11pm | £41.25
The Osmonds
Union Chapel
2019-02-212019-02-21
Where:
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Category:
Live Music
A performance by the famous band of brothers led by Merrill and Jay.
Barbara Dickson
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7.30pm | £32.50
Barbara Dickson
Union Chapel
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Category:
Live Music
The Fife-born singer, musician and Olivier Award-winning actress performs popular songs from stage musicals alongside traditional songs native to Scotland.
Fairport Convention
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 6.30pm | £27
Fairport Convention
Union Chapel
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Category:
Live Music
The veteran collective who originally formed in 1967 presents its classic folk-rock renditions with founding member Simon Nicol still at the helm on guitar and vocals.
The Gloaming
On Soon
25th, 26th and 28th February 2019 - 7pm | £32.50
The Gloaming
Union Chapel
2019-02-252019-02-28
Where:
Union Chapel,
Compton Terrace London, N1 2UN
Category:
Live Music
A contemporary Irish group, featuring Martin Hayes, Iarla O Lionaird, Caoimhin O Raghallaigh, Dennis Cahill and New York pianist and producer Thomas Bartlett aka Doveman.
All events at Union Chapel
Vast, mostly seated venue for live music, indoor sport and touring family shows.
SSE Arena, Wembley
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Live Music
Arena Square, Engineers Way, London, HA9 0DH
Tube: Wembley Park Station
This is London's second largest indoor arena after The O2, and though the building lacks the character of some of the older venues, the sheer scale of the place makes Wembley Arena an exciting place to watch a gig. Located opposite Wembley Stadium, Wembley Arena has hosted concerts by some of the world's most famous artists, including The Beatles, Rod Stewart, ABBA, The Cure, Spice Girls, Beyonce, Bob Dylan, Pearl Jam and many more. Comedians who have graced the venue with their witty presence include the likes of Eddie Izzard, Michael McIntyre, Ricky Gervais and Bill Bailey. Try and have a look at a seating plan before booking, as you can end up an enormous distance from the stage. Wembley Arena is also a major indoor sports venue, hosting the annual Masters Snooker tournament, boxing, mixed martial arts, ice hockey, darts, netball, basketball, five-a-side football, wrestling and even cage fighting. The Arena, which was built in 1934, originally housed a swimming pool, which was used during the 1948 and the 2012 Summer Olympics. A versatile space, Wembley Arena has also been used for the filming of popular TV shows The X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing.
Events at SSE Arena, Wembley
The X Factor Live Tour 2019
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 | £23.50-£55
The X Factor Live Tour 2019
SSE Arena, Wembley
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Category:
Live Music
X Factor online host Becca Dudley presents the pop tour which features the eight quarter finalists from last year's show. Just like the ITV show, there are winners but the difference with The X Factor ...more
Fatboy Slim
On Soon
Thursday 21st February 2019 - 6pm | £94.32
Fatboy Slim
SSE Arena, Wembley
2019-02-212019-02-21
Where:
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Category:
Live Music
20 years since 'You've Come A long Way Baby', 17 years after the infamous Big Beach Brighton, the world-famous DJ, real name Norman Cook, brings the best party he can to six UK cities, kicking ...more
Catfish And The Bottlemen
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 7.30pm | £25.50
Catfish And The Bottlemen
SSE Arena, Wembley
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Category:
Live Music
The Welsh rockers fronted by lead singer Ryan Evan "Van" McCann, who supported Green Day on last year's Revolution Radio Tour.
Professor Brian Cox Live
On Soon
Sunday 24th February 2019 - 8pm | £35-£45
Professor Brian Cox Live
SSE Arena, Wembley
2019-02-242019-02-24
Where:
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Category:
Live Music
The physicist, TV presenter and author takes audiences on a spectacular journey through space and time.
Steely Dan
On Soon
Monday 25th February 2019 - 7pm | £55-£90, tickets on sale 10am, Fri Sep 7
Steely Dan
SSE Arena, Wembley
2019-02-252019-02-25
Where:
SSE Arena, Wembley,
Arena Square, Engineers Way London, HA9 0DH
Category:
Live Music
American soft-rock act known for the songs Do It Again, Haitian Divorce, Reelin' In The Years and Rikki Don't Lose That Number. With support from Steve Winwood.
All events at Wembley Arena
This basement club is one of the best places to catch big-name DJs, dance acts and bands.
XOYO
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Nightclubs
32-37 Cowper Street, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 4AP
Tube: Old Street Station
Located a few minutes from Old Street tube, XOYO opened in September 2010 and was re-launched in 2012. On Friday nights the venue holds a programme of cutting edge live events - past performers include Mark Ronson, Simian Mobile Disco and Mike Skinner - while Saturdays are dedicated to parties from some of London's top club promoters, including Bugged Out!, Neon Noise Project and Upset the Rhythm. Spread across two floors, the top floor being sister bar The Shoreditch Butchery, XOYO has a capacity of 800 and aims to be an incredible platform for London's clubbers.
Events at XOYO
Andy C Residency
On Soon
Friday 22nd February 2019 - 9.30pm-4am | phone for availability
Andy C Residency
XOYO
2019-02-222019-02-22
Where:
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Category:
Nightclubs
Andy C, Shy FX, Benny L, Shimon and Kronical spin their best drum'n'bass tunes.
Optimo
On Soon
Saturday 23rd February 2019 - 9.30pm-4am | various releases £13.50-£20
Optimo
XOYO
2019-02-232019-02-23
Where:
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Category:
Nightclubs
Optimo, Jaye Ward and Joshua James supply their choice of dance music.
Andy C Residency
On Soon
Friday 1st March 2019 - 9.30pm-4am | phone for availability
Andy C Residency
XOYO
2019-03-012019-03-01
Where:
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Category:
Nightclubs
Andy C, Camo & Krooked, Harriet Jaxxon and a guest will be supplying drum'n'bass on the night.
Pleasurehood
On Soon
Saturday 2nd March 2019 - 9.30pm-4am | various releases £13.50-£20
Pleasurehood
XOYO
2019-03-022019-03-02
Where:
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Category:
Nightclubs
Dance and disco tunes from Joey Negro and Joshua James.
Play
On Soon
Monday 4th March 2019 - 10pm | £3
Play
XOYO
2019-03-042019-03-04
Where:
XOYO,
32-37 Cowper Street London, EC2A 4AP
Category:
Nightclubs
London's biggest weekly student Monday at one of the capitals hottest underground nightclubs!
All events at XOYO
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