Brixton and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Brixton and surrounding areas
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"Once a theatre and cinema and opened in the 1920s, Brixton Academy was bought for £1 in 1983 after falling into debt and has been the venue for many notable artists, including The Clash, the Sex Pistols and more recently Sam Smith."
I love the authentic street food you can get from Brixton Market...an inspiration for the adventurous foodie...
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Electric Avenue is home to Brixton's market traders six days a week, Monday to Saturday.
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Brixton market has so many things on offer from every corner of the globe...
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Selector's Paradise
Cloud X presents SELECTOR'S PARADISE our new monthly residency at POP Brixton built for those of you who love DANCING. Expect electrifying emerging DJs on the 1s and 2s, spinning a fusion of Garage, Afrobeats, Hiphop, R&B, Melodic Rap & Dancehall. If you can dance to it, we'll be playing it. And the very best part - it's FREE entry & we'll be handing out FREE rum punch for the first hour. So, call your friends, your cousins & your aunties - we'll see you all there, March 29th, for an unforgettable night. Please note the below: Free tickets are only valid before 9PM. Entry is on a first-come first-served basis. Once the party’s full-up, it’s full-up. We warned you! 18+. Physical ID is required. After 9PM there’s a £6 entry fee, which includes a token of equal value The £6 token can be redeemed for drinks at the bar Dancing outfits & shoes a MUST Presented by Cloud X. This is an 18+ eventRead more
King Original w/ Frisco, Flirta D, Sir Spyro + more
Get ready for a celebration of the UKs sound system culture and its powerful presence across Roots and Dub right the way through to Grime, Garage, and Jungle. After Januarys sold-out event featuring special guest appearances from Flowdan, Logan, Manga, Killa P, and more, were bringing the energy back for another unmissable night. Expect heavyweight basslines, razor-sharp lyricism, and deep selections from some of the most respected names in the game. At the heart of the night is King Original Sound, the legendary crew founded by grime pioneer Footsie. Known for their signature blend of dubplate exclusives, bass-heavy productions, and high-energy live performances, King Original Sound has been pushing the boundaries of UK underground music for years. Whether shelling down raves or crafting anthems in the studio, their influence runs deep in the culture.Read more
Yung Singh
Fresh off the back of a standout performance at Drumsheds for The Hydra x EYOE: Four Tet Curates, Yung Singh makes his highly anticipated return to London to present a new concept series ‘Ekta' on Friday 28 March at Electric Brixton. Ekta is an event series & future label by Yung Singh, covering the entire spectrum of music & culture. Meaning ‘unity’ or ‘oneness’ in the Punjabi language, Ekta aims to use the power of music and arts to bring people & communities together. Ekta will feature complete audio-visual experiences, unique hand-picked line ups with live performances & plenty of surprise guests platforming the culture from the 5 riverz & beyond. LINEUP: Yung Singh DJ K1R4N Jungle Bandi Bianca Oblivion Presented by Broadwick Live. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Sarabanda's Cuban Jam Session
Sarabanda returns for a night of hot and vibrant Salsa and Cuban Son. They'll be doing an improvised jam session where you'll be able to listen and dance along to top-class Cuban music! FREE ENTRY Presented by Hootananny Brixton. This is an 18+ eventRead more
K.o.g Live
At the forefront of the UK Afro-Fusion scene K.O.G delivers infectious West African vibes from Ghana via Sheffield, with diverse origins conflating to whip up their signature heady brew of Afro-fusion, High-Life & Funk! "I view MUSIC as a major WEAPON in the BATTLEFIELD for PEACE of MIND in the world” – K.O.G Presented by Hootananny Brixton. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Klaus Johann Grobe
Swiss duo Klaus Johann Grobe bring their unique blend of vintage Krautrock, modern synths, and cinematic songwriting to Hootananny. With a diverse musical journey spanning disco, chillwave, R&B, and jazz fusion, their 2024 album Io Tu il loro marks a new chapter in their evolving sound, showcasing both melancholic and cinematic elements. Presented by Hootananny Brixton. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Wide Awake Festival 2025
Wide Awake is an independent festival for music fans looking to discover something different. Check it out!
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