Not the cheapest bar prices in London but if you get to the front rails of the elevated area as you enter downstairs, you have the best view of the stage without getting knocked around all night long. Read more.
It's a soulless school hall of a venue with expensive drinks. Hit the Wetherspoon's across the way before seeing one of your favourite bands play through a sub-par PA. Watch from upstairs if you can. Read more.
Only the biggest bands play here (unless they're supporting, of course). There are only a few food stall outside or nearby to the venue so it would be wise to eat (and drink) well before you get here. Read more.
Of course, this is one of London's great music venues. Even better for extreme circus. Look up to the roof on the extension and you'll see a little-known Antony Gormley.
Great intimate concert venue, and club nights..Also kind of flea market by day, awesome music stands. Sometimes holds record fairs too. My kind of place! Read more.
London's rock and metal cathedral (well, basement). The Smashing Pumpkins, Offspring, Placebo and Queens of the Stone Age have all played here.
One of the biggest theatre venues in London and they sell beer. This is important when you're watching heavy metal. The sloping floor means there’s a good view from anywhere downstairs. Read more.
I've been going here for like over 5 years it's really cool if you like good dance/alternative/experimental/metal/freejazz there may be the odd 'scenester' gig but HORSES FOR COURSES!
Great place to find local bands and up and coming big acts as well. Keep an eye out as it can sell out pretty quickly. Read more.
Great intimate venue for live bands. Seen Black Kids, Joss Stone, The Futurecop and others here and it's a nice old skool place with a decent crowd. Read more.
Great venue, with decent stage views if you're careful where you stand. Tickets do tend to sell out quick when the bigger acts come to town, so get yourself on the mailing list!
