Koko

Koko is a classic trashy rock/club venue but with some added quirkiness that has so far remained untouched. I love watching gigs here tucked away on the balconies, particularly if the music is heavy. DJ set nights can be really fun and the crowd is generally good spirited. It's not somewhere you'd go to see necessarily but if someone, or thing, you want to see is on here, you'll likely have a good night.

Koko is, without any doubt, a Camden institution. Yet, inexplicably, I've never been. Until last Monday. My loss. It's such a beautiful venue. The location is brilliant (just a stone throw away from Mornington Crescent tube). There's ample space to queue as the venue faces a square (or you can take a strategic spot at Simmons bar across the street and walk over once the queue dies out). The venue itself is gorgeous. There's red velvet and gold works and an imposing red bar, which could have looked gaudy but instead work to create a nice 'special occasion' atmosphere. The queues and prices and service are London standard. They should really improve their vodka offering (it's either Grey Goose or Eristoff, none of which I fancy). All in all, this could become my preferred mid-size music venue. I can't wait to go back, just need to find a suitable gig (they could do well with a bit more curation).

This rock'n'roll venue is just amazing. It hosts gigs and club nights and looks absolutely beautiful. It must have been a theatre back then (when, I don't know) and still has the initial decor. It is filled with really sexy statues (I mean, really mouth watering Greek God style statues) and the main colour theme is pink.

I like this venue for a night out. It is laid back and fun. Ok it is not classy but you are in camden. I think the venue is really pretty and they hold some decent nights- buttoned down disco and guilty pleasures. 

Each time I have been I have had a great time and the drinks aren't as expensive as some of the closer venues. 

My first visit to the famous Koko.

The event was Gavin James concert and although I had heard it was a tough I have to say I was impressed by the venue.

I even think that it really gorgeous inside and a great place for small concerts.

Once upon a time,when being an au pair in London - Koko used to be my favourite club. I must have spent most of my Friday or Saturday nights there: dancing until the lights went on (it took some time to get used to finishing a club night around 3am) and happily grabbing a wrap on the way to the bus. All I could have asked for really at least at one point in my life. The interior itself is stunning: an old theatre turned into a music venue, which provides the perfect background for concerts. Unfortunately, for my liking, the club idea did not work out - after haven't been for a couple of years I planned a night out and was rather shocked about the changes including the audience, staff and facilities. I don't might the musical changes, but had the feeling the whole place have been kind of neglected and quantity beats quality.  

I have just been to see Teleman there last week and despite all the old memories I didn't feel the same vibes (the band was brilliant btw). It's a real shame how a London gem can turn into a pebble. 

I love Koko because there is something going on, it's never boring or crowded and the overall atmosphere is nice. The venue is beautiful and the fact that it is big means that unlike a lot of other clubs it is actually possible to have your own space. The music varies but it's mostly techno and chart hits which I enjoy. The drinks are slightly expensive, but the club is located in the heart of London and is to expected.