5 Best Music Venues in Shepherds Bush |
Posted: May 8, 2018 |
London well deserves its reputation for boasting some of the best music venues in the world and Shepherd's Bush is no exception.
Soak up the Atmosphere at the O2 Empire Originally opened in 1903, this former Edwardian music hall is located less than 5 minutes from Shepherd's Bush Underground Station. With its two tiers of balcony seats, opulent seating and plush carpeting, it still retains the feel of a theatre. The venue has a capacity of 2,000 people with standing room only downstairs. Both its sound and lighting are of a very high quality. It offers a range of live music performances, and details of upcoming events are available online. Bush Hall – A hidden Gem The unimpressive facade of Bush Hall hides a building of character whose ornate chandeliers give it the feel of a ballroom. Its high ceilings help to improve the acoustics of live performances there. It showcases a variety of well-known and up-and-coming artists as well as offering cabaret performances. Bush Hall has standing room only and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Become a Member of the Bar FM The membership of Bar FM is free. However, applications must be made online 24 hours before a visit. This underground venue has a variety of musical offerings including open jamming sessions on Thursdays, karaoke nights on Fridays and live bands and DJ dance nights over the weekend. Guests can also choose between a variety of Filipino and Oriental dishes. Well-known Names at the Eventim Apollo Formerly known as the Hammersmith Apollo, this Art Deco-style building dates back to 1932, and re-opened in 2013 after extensive renovations. The list of acts who have played there includes all the most famous recording artists of the 20th century, and it still continues to book the greats. With a maximum capacity of over 5,000, it's one of the largest venues in this part of London. Something Different at Notting Hill Arts Club For music-lovers who prefer something more intimate, the Notting Hill Arts Club is a basement music venue with a no-frills décor. Its small size and the proximity of the dance floor to the stage allow the audience to get close to the performers. The venue prides itself on its wide range of music offerings. From retro garage music to Latin music nights, it offers a platform for less commercial sounds. Catering for all Musical Tastes These are just many of the live music venues available in and around London's Shepherds Bush. Most pubs also offer live music nights so you will be sure to find something to suit your tastes. The old BBC recording studios on Richmond way has since been transformed into a four star hotel, K West Hotel & Spa, that often is also host to has lively nights of live music.
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