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Live music London
Barbican Centre is one of Live music London.

1. Barbican Centre

9.3
Silk St, London, Greater London
Performing Arts Venue · 157 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Prepare to be struck by how crisp and clear the acoustics are, in spite of the vastness of the 2,000-capacity main hall..." Read more.

Plan B is one of Live music London.

2. Plan B

418 Brixton Rd, London, Greater London
Music Venue · Ferndale · 22 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Fitted with a Funktion One sound system, neon strip lighting and a warehouse-style interior, and has a 24-hour licence, so things can carry on into the night once the live music finishes..." Read more.

Vortex Jazz Club is one of Live music London.

3. Vortex Jazz Club

8.3
11 Gillett St (Boleyn Rd), London, Greater London
Jazz and Blues Venue · Dalston · 27 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Aiming to dispel the myth that jazz is only for people of a certain age with a penchant for saying "nice", The Vortex brings contemporary jazz to Dalston with seven evening performances a week.." Read more.

Cecil Sharp House is one of Live music London.

4. Cecil Sharp House

7.7
2 Regents Park Rd (Gloucester Ave), London, Greater London
Music Venue · Primrose Hill · 11 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Cecil Sharp House looms into view like an old school hall; all wood-panelled walls, high ceilings and single-glazed windows that rattle in the wind..." Read more.

The Tabernacle is one of Live music London.

5. The Tabernacle

8.0
Powis Square (at Talbot Rd.), London, Greater London
Music Venue · Kensington and Chelsea · 24 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "From its red-brick curved facade and Victorian gothic turrets to its open steel beams and pull-out tier seating, the Tabernacle is a hugely versatile venue..." Read more.

Bush Hall is one of Live music London.

6. Bush Hall

8.5
310 Uxbridge Rd (at Arminger Rd), London, Greater London
Event Space · Shepherd's Bush · 29 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "A delightfully baroque old hall, with ridiculously high ceilings to aid sound clarity, and a separate bar to keep the natterers out of earshot..." Read more.

Cafe Oto is one of Live music London.

7. Cafe Oto

8.5
18-22 Ashwin St, London, Greater London
Café · Dalston · 69 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Cafe Oto – opened in April 2008 – has quickly established itself as a venue for music that exists on the periphery of the mainstream.." Read more.

The Lexington is one of Live music London.

8. The Lexington

8.5
96-98 Pentonville Rd, London, Greater London
Rock Club · Barnsbury · 76 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "A curious mix of American-style lounge bar and old English pub... the downstairs area is relaxed and luxurious, the upstairs room sweaty, heaving and generally well lubricated..." Read more.

Union Chapel is one of Live music London.

9. Union Chapel

9.4
Compton Terrace, London, Greater London
Music Venue · Islington · 57 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Famed for its breathtaking gothic interior, complete with octagonal-shaped chapel, exposed stone walls and wraparound balconies, it's also lauded for its quality of sound and pin-drop acoustics.." Read more.

Madame JoJo's is one of Live music London.

10. Madame JoJo's

8-10 Brewer St, Soho, Greater London
Night Club · 26 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: "Descending downstairs feels like entering a 1970s vision of decadence – all red and gold sequinned drapes, geometric railings and carpeted walls..." Read more.