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When you think of Islington, quirky theatres, diverse dining, fancy boutique shops and a vibrant arts scene likely come to mind. A new opening in the borough sounds like it will fit right in: Holloway Road is getting a new neighbourhood record shop.
Named One Eighty One, the venue will serve coffee and craft beer as well as vinyl records – an ideal combo for music lovers seeking extra refreshment. By day it will be a chilled record shop and café, and by night it will transform into a vibey venue for collectors, artists and local residents. The venue sits about midway between two stations: Holloway Road (on the Piccadilly line) and Highbury and Islington (on the Victoria, Windrush and Mildmay lines).
One Eighty One is the first permanent venue from Rod ‘Spin Doctor’ Gilmore, a long-standing London promoter. He said of the opening: ‘Islington has a rich musical heritage, and I am excited to now be the next part of that in the area I’ve called home my entire life.
‘With quality on all fronts, whether that is drink, records, food or DJs, this will be an unpretentious friendly hangout spot for all of London.’
For over 30 years, Gilmore’s parties, club nights and live events have helped shape London’s music scene, spanning everything from warehouse sessions in Shoreditch to The Royal Albert Hall. His shop will deliver a diverse selection of records both old and new, with a focus on hip-hop, house and soul.
The official opening is Friday December 12. There’ll be DJs throughout the evening – and if you’re early enough, you’ll get a complimentary welcome drink.
One Eighty One, 181 Holloway Road, N7 8LX.
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