A brand-new tube map celebrates London’s grassroots music scene

Grassroots music venues are the lifeblood of London’s nightlife scene. They are where artists like Charli xcx, Coldplay and Chappell Roan cut their teeth, and they provide Londoners with a hub for fun times, dancing and community – important stuff in these often bleak times. 

To celebrate all the wonderful venues, artists and genres that have come out of London, a brand new tube map has been designed showing off all the city’s best musical attributes. The Mayor of London and TfL have teamed up with leaders in the music industry including Outernet, the Music Venue Trust and the Featured Artist Coalition to create the first ever tube map dedicated to grassroots music in London. 

The special map, which is part of TfL’s 25th anniversary celebrations, features lines representing songs, genres, albums, subcultures, music venues, record shops and more.  

The map was officially published today in Metro newspaper today (May 13) and if you want to see it blown up big, it will be displayed for a month at Outernet London from now. 

London Mayor Sadiq Khan said: ‘London’s grassroots music scene is renowned around the world. From providing opportunities for talented aspiring artists to develop their trade, to giving Londoners a great night out, our venues are an essential part of our life at night and provide a huge boost to our economy.

‘However, they have faced huge challenges in recent years, which is why we’re joining with partners across the capital to champion all parts of London’s grassroots music scene. This special edition Tube map is a great way to highlight what a huge impact the scene has on our capital, as we continue to do all we can to support venues and build a more prosperous London for everyone.’

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