
The best live music in London
Your guide to the best gigs, festivals and live music in London, plus new music reviews and playlists for every mood.

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Best music venues in London
From grand old institutions to DIY jazz bars, palatial arenas and grimy metal dens


2026 songs of the summer
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RALLY 2027: South London festival has revealed its lineup for next summer with Kelela
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Stray Kids at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 2027: dates, presale, ticket prices and guide
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Pet Shop Boys at London’s O2 Arena 2027: dates, presale, ticket prices and guide
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The 14 best albums of 2026 so far
Olivia Rodrigo, Madonna, Slayyyter and more feature in the best releases of the year so far, according to Time Out editors and contributors

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The 50 best Christmas songs of all time
As much as Christmas trees, turkey and a mildly overworked Santa have become staples of the festive season, so has the music that soundtracks this cheer-soaked...

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The 50 best karaoke songs ever made
Whether you’ve got the voice of an angel or you’re totally tone deaf, karaoke unites us all.

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The 40 best party songs ever made
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The 37 best inspirational songs of all time
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