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The Old Blue Last

The Old Blue Last has a raffish history and is proud of it. It was built in 1700 on the site of the first purpose-built theatre in Britain since the Roman era: James Burbage's The Theatre, subsequently dismantled and rebuilt across the river as the Globe, in the world's most spectacular attempt to avoid paying rent. The Last was named after a cobbler's tool, subsequently renamed The Old Blue Last and enduring through the Victorian era as a working-class pub, only to branch in the 20th century into being a brothel and one of the most notorious bars in Shoreditch. It was bought by Vice magazine in 2004 and they still own it, promising that 'literally no one has shot anyone here since we took over'. The shenanigans are now limited to live music, of which they have a legendarily good booking record: Arctic Monkeys, Amy Winehouse, Florence + the Machine, The La's and many others have played here. It's not about great food, beer connoisseurship or child-friendliness (it's very much 18+): it's about atmosphere, which it has to spare, and dedication to live music. The nearest Tube stations are Shoreditch High Street (Overground), Old Street (Northern) and Liverpool Street (Hammersmith & City/Central/Circle/Metropolitan).

What's On @ The Old Blue Last

Live Latin Jazz: Trio Cadência

Live Latin Jazz: Trio Cadência

18 Jul 2025 - 15 Aug 2025

Join us downstairs for an upbeat selection of latin jazz classics, played to perfection by Old Blue Last regulars, Trio Cadência Please note this free ticket doesn't guarantee a seat, so get down early! Presented by The Old Blue Last. This is an 18+ event
Pub Quiz

Pub Quiz

30 Jun 2025 - 18 Aug 2025

Every single Monday at 7pm on the top floor of The Old Blue Last we welcome you and your friends to the brand new Old Blue Last quiz night. Fantastic prizes, A ROLLING CASH JACKPOT and all important bragging rights! Round up some mates & put your knowledge to the test. Max 6 players to a team, one ticket per person. Presented by The Old Blue Last This is an 18+ event
Nicky Blackmarket + Ragga Twins + Mc Vapour + More
FIRST FLOOR (160, jungle, drum & bass) from 9pm Nicky blackmarket / ragga twins & DJ therapy / ru & drumphill GROUND FLOOR (garage, house, techno, grime) from 5pm Mc vapour / ed case / tobias / silam / mike drop / tlizzy / sledger Nelly fest is the result of nearly a decade of parties run by Dj Tobias (aka Toby Taylor) and ex Fabric resident and music industry veteran. It started as a simple concept - Get the dj’s that dj’s want to hear, it has to be free and it has to be fun. last entry 2am // ticket does not guarantee entry if we're at capacity Presented by Nelly Fest This is an 18+ event
Eades

Eades

16 Oct 2025 - 16 Oct 2025

Yorkshire outfit Eades are known for their pulsating alternative indie. Don't miss them take on the iconic Old Blue Last in London this October. Presented by CloseUp. This is an 18+ event
Sunday Jazz

Sunday Jazz

29 Jun 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

Join us downstairs at The Old Blue Last for a cosy, candle-lit evening with live jazz all night from The Dom Hall Trio Presented by The Old Blue Last. This is an 18+ event
Abdoulayé Kayoute / Pink Shabab

Abdoulayé Kayoute / Pink Shabab

1 Jul 2025 - 1 Jul 2025

SCREAM/SHOUT#122: Following a packed out show at Old Blue Last at the start of this year, Abdoulaye Kouyaté returns to the stage for more afro-pop / jazz goodness, alongside his trusty guitar, kora & the rest of the band. Joining him on opening support is London funk legend Pink Shabab. Not to be missed, whatsoever. Presented by Scream/Shout. This is an 18+ event.
Abdoulaye Kouyaté / Pink Shabab

Abdoulaye Kouyaté / Pink Shabab

1 Jul 2025 - 1 Jul 2025

SCREAM/SHOUT#122: Abdoulaye Kouyaté returns to the UK for another blinding show at Old Blue Last - his last event was a dance-filled party with world, afropop and jazz influences, we're aiming to bring the vibes back this time! Support comes from the wonderful Pink Shabab who plays a mix of dream-pop & disco, all solo. Not to be missed, an excellent and varied cultural excursion. Presented by Scream/Shout. This is an 18+ event
Beat Connection: Nyc Indie Disco

Beat Connection: Nyc Indie Disco

5 Jul 2025 - 5 Jul 2025

beat connection: A NYC INDIE DISCO CLUB NIGHT Danceworthy post-punk, electro, indie and everything that made the NYC music scene the force it is today. You'll likely hear.. Interpol // lcd soundsystem // the strokes // the national // vampire weekend // the rapture // yeah yeah yeahs // blondie // talking heads // diiv // moby // darwin deez // bodega // hercules & the love affair // ramones // the velvet underground // MGMT // the walkmen // the drums // parquet courts // beastie boys 11pm-3am / free entry / last entry 2am Presented by beat connection This is an 18+ event
Burnt Orange Presents: Gumflowr / Noni-mouse / Outer Dark
Burnt Orange is a club night, monthly radio show on Bloop London and record label for the curious and adventurous. Run by DJs Portamento (Nervous records) and Gludo (Mikrosono), Burnt Orange is a place for sharing their common love for excellent, eclectic underground Electronic music. This month: Gumflowr Noni-Mouse Outer Dark Presented by Burnt Orange. This is an 18+ event
Jason Kwan + Hongza + Htmljones + Billie-angela
aznszn is a multi-genre night that centers british asian and LGBT+ artists, running since 2021. A recent gig was recorded by the British Library for "cultural posterity". In a sea of all-white DIY lineups, we welcome audience members of all backgrounds to come party with us and widen the platform available to people of colour. The headliner is Jason Kwan, an extraordinary pop performer and a vibrant stage personality, opening for Rina Sawayama at Electrowerkz and known for his show-stopping performances at Glastonbury Festival & London Pride. Also featuring: Indie darling Hongza fresh off his headliner run of sell-out shows. Hyperpop MC htmljones from Tottenham, co-signed by Tinashe. Billie-Angela, Rwanda's own heart racer and soft girl pop sensation. Come early to see all the acts and be included in a charity merch raffle! Presented by #aznszn This is an 18+ event
Crimewave / Urchin / Doom Club

Crimewave / Urchin / Doom Club

5 Jul 2025 - 5 Jul 2025

Big Richard is BACK at the Old Blue Last once more. This time we're bringing some friends old & new to the fold, Crimewave joins us for a big headline with support from Urchin and Doom Club. Don't miss out on this one! Presented by Big Richard Records. This is an 18+ event
Live Celtic Folk

Live Celtic Folk

26 Jun 2025 - 21 Aug 2025

Live Celtic folk band from 7-10pm every Thursday ~ playing an upbeat mixture of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes. Please note this free ticket doesn't guarantee a seat, so get down early! Presented by The Old Blue Last. This is an 18+ event
Just Kids

Just Kids

11 Jul 2025 - 11 Jul 2025

CLUB.THE.MAMMOTH. Presents Just Kids \+ Bela Spit & Celeste Madden Just Kids is a London-based duo comprised of two best friends, songwriter/producer Rachel Still (she/her) and drummer Maxie Cheer (they/he). Writing ‘sad songs that sound happy’ the band add to their growing catalogue with latest single ‘paris, los angeles’. The song will be the final single from their upcoming debut 7-track EP, ‘saccharine’ (due 10 July via AWAL). For fans of boyish, Prima Queen, Divorce, girlpuppy, Blondshell. Presented by CLUB.THE.MAMMOTH. This is an 18+ event
Mofgy, Dread Fm, A.r.t

Mofgy, Dread Fm, A.r.t

19 Jul 2025 - 19 Jul 2025

MOFGY is music for the grafters, the overworked, the ones who finish their shift and head straight to the mosh pit. No frills. No filters. Just riff-laced energy that shakes the floor and leaves sweat on the ceiling. Expect high energy, shirts off, and the unrelenting urge to want to fling yourself across the room. Presented by Cactus Creature. This is an 18+ event
Blue Amber / Em Koko + Guests

Blue Amber / Em Koko + Guests

6 Aug 2025 - 6 Aug 2025

SCREAM/SHOUT#128: Blue Amber are back down from Cardiff with another show for us. Support comes from friends in em koko, plus guests TBA. Don't miss out on this alt-jazz / art-rock lineup. Free entry. Presented by Scream/Shout. This is an 18+ event
Hot Wife / Cowboy Hunters / Jackie Sees Red
Hot Wife's latest single, No You, No Problem, is out soon and we're celebrating its release at the Old Blue Last. With brilliant support from Cowboy Hunters and Jackie Sees Red. Exceptional lineup and it's free entry for your pleasure, come join us! Presented by Bark. This is an 18+ event
Sefeltt.

Sefeltt.

30 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 2025

Alt-indie outfit sefeltt. take on their biggest LDN headline to date at iconic Old Blue Last this August. Don't miss it. Presented by CloseUp. This is an 18+ event
Cruush + Shaking Hand + Sean Trelford
Find Joy. Cruush + Shaking Hand + Sean Trelford Manchester's alternative rock and shoegaze heavyweights, cruush, craft a unique and intense sound, blending darkwave nursery rhymes and tension-fueled guitar into a sonic landscape of beauty and noise. The band’s distinctive identity took shape during an impromptu jam session in a yellowing university dorm, where they laid the foundation for their signature style. Together the quartet create delay-soaked melodies and muscular tones that have captivated audiences, broadcasters, and journalists alike. Their music has received airplay on BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music, and Radio X, while earning acclaim from publications such as Consequence of Sound, The Independent, NME, DIY, Dork, and Clash, among others. Following tours with BDRMM, NewDad, and Pale Blue Eyes, as well as a successful headline UK tour, cruush released their debut EP, Wishful Thinker, in 2023 via Heist or Hit (Her's, Two Blinks, I Love You). Their sophomore EP, Nice Things Now, All the Time, followed in April 2024, further establishing them as a band with a distinctive voice and growing presence in the indie rock and shoegaze scene. Presented by FIND JOY. This is an 18+ event
False Futures

False Futures

18 Jul 2025 - 18 Jul 2025

False Futures + special guests tba False Future’s sound, inspired by the guitar bands of the ‘90s and ‘00s, marries elements of rock, pop, punk, garage, and indie. It’s a formula that’s proving to work, as despite only having some SoundCloud demos and a solid live show to their name, they are already developing a reputation as one of London’s most exciting new bands, with a growing social media following and loyal fanbase in tow. ★free ticket doesn't guarantee entry if we're at capacity, so get down early!★ Presented by The Old Blue Last. This is an 18+ event
Callinsick

Callinsick

24 Sept 2025 - 3 Oct 2025

Comunion ONE Presents Callinsick \+ support Presented by Communion ONE. This is a 16+ event (under 18s to be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Post Punk Is Dead #2

Post Punk Is Dead #2

12 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Post Punk Is Dead is back. London’s most unpretentious party returns to the Old Blue Last on July 12, including DJ sets from Mandrake Handshake, Sisters of Fuck, Momo and more special guests to be announced. With live music from Even Fred’s Happy, Yuke and Zoë Greenbaum , get ready for the birthday party of a lifetime. It’s fun. It’s free. It could be the best night of your life. But it’s definitely not normal. Presented by This Is Not Original. This is an 18+ event
Common Goldfish

Common Goldfish

3 Sept 2025 - 3 Sept 2025

Scruff of the Neck presents common goldfish Listen: https://spoti.fi/4l2zYZW Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/common.goldfish.band/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/common.goldfish Wednesday 03 September 2025 The Old Blue Last, London With support 18+ £13 Adv Doors 19:30 Www.Scruffoftheneck.Com Www.Yearsendfest.Com Presented by Scruff of the Neck. This is an 18+ event
Idioteque / Saam Jk / Brian Hingerty / Zio Sica Dj
After two shows at the prestigious Hootananny Brixton and 93 Feet East, following the release of his latest EP “A Stone’s Throw From Home”, the genre melding Idioteque plays The Old Blue Last alongside his collective. Support by Saam JK and Brian Hingerty, followed by Zio Sica (Vinyl Set) closing out the night with a hand crafted selection of trip-hop, dub / roots and more. Be part of night full of immersive music. Presented by ITDN x The Old Blue Last. This is an 18+ event
Bathing Suits + Martial Arts + Highdrive
Dance icons combing harsh noise and electronic music, Bathing Suits deliver a harsh abrasive sound with energetic and frantic live shows, with inspiration from Model/Actriz, Psychotic Monks and Snow Strippers. Support by Martial Arts + Highdrive Presented by FIND JOY. This is an 18+ event
Cruush + Shaking Hand + Sean Trelford
Find Joy. Cruush + Shaking Hand + Sean Trelford Manchester's alternative rock and shoegaze heavyweights, cruush, craft a unique and intense sound, blending darkwave nursery rhymes and tension-fueled guitar into a sonic landscape of beauty and noise. The band’s distinctive identity took shape during an impromptu jam session in a yellowing university dorm, where they laid the foundation for their signature style. Together the quartet create delay-soaked melodies and muscular tones that have captivated audiences, broadcasters, and journalists alike. Their music has received airplay on BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music, and Radio X, while earning acclaim from publications such as Consequence of Sound, The Independent, NME, DIY, Dork, and Clash, among others. Following tours with BDRMM, NewDad, and Pale Blue Eyes, as well as a successful headline UK tour, cruush released their debut EP, Wishful Thinker, in 2023 via Heist or Hit (Her's, Two Blinks, I Love You). Their sophomore EP, Nice Things Now, All the Time, followed in April 2024, further establishing them as a band with a distinctive voice and growing presence in the indie rock and shoegaze scene. Presented by FIND JOY. This is an 18+ event

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