JAZZ CLUBS
ROCK / POP / INDIE
JAZZ CLUBS
You can hear almost any genre in London , and jazz enjoys a hallowed tradition of being in intimate clubs . Check out these legendary spots for live jazz .
RONNIE SCOTT ’ S
London ’ s most iconic jazz spot , Ronnie Scott ’ s , famously demands total silence during its shows . You ’ ll hear a wide range of genres here , including fusion , swing , acid jazz , Brazilian , and postbop . 47 Frith St ., Soho
DALSTON JAZZ BAR
This landmark bar is a restaurant by day but transforms into a jazz venue at 6 p . m ., Wednesday through Saturday . It ’ s like hearing a concert in a friend ’ s living room , and the chef turns into a DJ after the last show . 4 Bradbury St ., Dalston
THE PIANO BAR , SOHO
A private lounge that supplies some of the best live jazz in London , the small space gives up-close views and dazzling performances . Nonmembers must reserve seats on the website in advance . 16 Carlisle St ., Soho
THE CRAZY COQS
Oozing style and art deco elegance , The Crazy Coqs presents live jazz and cabaret performances two times a night . Classic cocktails and appetizers are also served during the shows . 20 Sherwood St ., Soho
ROCK / POP / INDIE
Music lovers with varied tastes can always find live shows that pique their interest at these venues , which host various sounds .
THE GARAGE
An iconic venue noted for featuring ground-breaking bands since the ‘ 90s , The Garage is the place for alt-rock shows . 20-22 Highbury Corner , Highbury
KOKO
Housed in a vintage movie theater , Koko is a legendary music venue adorned with red velvet and pristine acoustics . You can hear everything from rock , electronica , and folk to afrobeat , jazz , and hip-hop here . 1a Camden High St ., Camden
MOTH CLUB
A glittering gold ceiling and tinsel curtains showcase various indie music acts and comedy nights on Thursday . Vallette St ., Hackney
THE CAMDEN CLUB
Head to this intimate music venue for a range of up-and-coming performers playing rock , blues , jazz , and pop . The venue ’ s restaurant serves an extensive menu of burgers , chicken , and hot dogs . 72 Chalk Farm Rd ., Camden
ABBA VOYAGE
Although technically not live music , this cutting-edge digital show does include a tight 10-piece band that plays live . ABBA Voyage is a groundbreaking virtual concert residency of the Swedish pop group ABBA at a custom-built arena . The 90-minute show features virtual avatars of the group as they appeared in 1979 , and the group re-recorded vocals for this show . ABBA Voyage is scheduled to run through May 2025 . ABBA Arena , 1 Pudding Mill Ln ., Stratford
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ABBA Voyage
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MOTH Club
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