The Best Live Music in London tonight

Experience the buzzing music scene of London. From live performances to unique atmospheres, the city has it all. Enjoy intimate gigs at Love Vinyl or immerse yourself in electronic sounds at Village Underground. Our Spotters have discovered these and many more local gems for an unforgettable evening in London.

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Our Locals' Favorite Music

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Our local in London

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Our local in London

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Ellie

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Harry

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Our local in London

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Angelina

Our local in London

Andrew

Our local in London

You?

Ellie

Our local in London

Claire

Our local in London

Sarra

Our local in London

Harry

Our local in London

Madeline

Our local in London

Mark

Our local in London

Peter

Our local in London

16 Hidden Gems

The Old Dispensary

Noisy neighbourhood nights

With connections to the local skate scene, it's a place where the mulleted, leather-jacketed alternative students from art unis head for a big night.

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Harry

Thompson

Apr 3, 2025

FOPP

If Aladdin's Cave was a record store

"FOPP" in London sells brand new old records for as cheap as £5 - and they also have an excellent range of new books. Very dangerous for the wallet!

Music

Shopping

Andrew

Bright

Apr 3, 2025

The Social

Cocktails and 70s interiors

"The Social" is the sanctuary you'll be craving after your walk on London's Oxford St. This bar/restaurant is reminiscent of a Big Lebowski film set...

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Music

Restaurants

Claire

Creighton

Apr 3, 2025

The Shacklewell Arms

Back street music venue

"The Shacklewell Arms" London is a warm, busy, noisy pub, frequented by a surprisingly young crowd. This bar is often a popular spot for overseas bands...

Bars

Music

Claire

Creighton

Apr 3, 2025

Ain't Nothin' But Blues Bar

London's best

"Ain't Nothin' but Blues bar" is a small London bar with big character.If you're into your blues music without having to spend a fortune, I've got good...

Art & culture

Bars

Music

Claire

Creighton

Apr 3, 2025

The Book Club

Beers not books

"The Book Club" in London is really a bar - it may seem like an odd choice of name, but there's a lot going on here: gigs, exhibitions, even speed dating!

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Snacks

Peter

Hoffer

Apr 3, 2025

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The Best Live Music in London tonight

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Music

Angelina

Andrew

You?

Ellie

Claire

Sarra

Harry

Madeline

Mark

Peter

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Angelina

Andrew

You?

Ellie

Claire

Sarra

Harry

Madeline

Mark

Peter

The Old Dispensary

Noisy neighbourhood nights

Harry

Thompson

FOPP

If Aladdin's Cave was a record store

Andrew

Bright

The Social

Cocktails and 70s interiors

Claire

Creighton

The Shacklewell Arms

Back street music venue

Claire

Creighton

Ain't Nothin' But Blues Bar

London's best

Claire

Creighton

The Book Club

Beers not books

Peter

Hoffer

Heading to Music?

... for just €9.99

Going to Music?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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