Venues in Brighton
Oh Brighton, there are so many amazing places to see live music, whether it’s someone busking in Pavilion Gardens or a local band playing one of the city’s many venues. It’s hard to say which is the best, but here are a few of our favourites.
The Prince Albert
Conveniently located on Trafalgar Street, right by the station, The Prince Albert is not only home to amazing live bands – its outside wall also features a replica of Banksy’s famous Kissing Coppers mural of two policemen kissing. With a capacity of 100, it’s a great fit for new bands making their way up in the Brighton scene. It’s a hub of creativity, and as a converted three-storey townhouse it’s a typical Brighton property, bursting with character and… stairs.
The Hope & Ruin
You can’t miss The Hope when you walk down to the seafront from Brighton Station – and you don’t want to. This 150-capacity venue offers live music most nights and is a particular favourite with BIMM Brighton bands, especially for their EP launches and gig swap showcases. Its in-house vegan kitchen and unique interior are a huge draw for all walks of life. The first-floor venue is truly a key spot for Brighton’s music scene. The Hope & Ruin is a gem.
CHALK (formerly The Haunt)
Not only amazing club nights, CHALK also hosts some amazing live music. Based on Pool Valley and formerly known as The Haunt, the venue has hosted big names including Royal Blood, Fontaines D.C., Foster the People and Hot Chip, and it’s still a great place to catch bands on their way up.
Concorde 2
This classic Victorian building on Madeira Drive holds so much history! Originally a tea room, then a Biker’s Café, then an amusement arcade, before its transformation into the venue we know and love today. It may be a slight trek to reach it, but experiencing this legendary venue is totally worth it. The likes of Foo Fighters, The White Stripes, Jarvis Cocker, The Maccabees and Gossip have performed here, and so have our very own BIMM Brighton students at each End of Term show. It’s often considered one of Brighton’s best venues and we would most certainly agree.
