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Live music
Live music
O2 Academy
This iconic 2,000-capacity venue is
a regular stopover for big names such
as The Arctic Monkeys, Miles Kane,
Dizzee Rascal and local favourites
Maxïmo Park. The building also boasts
the more intimate 380-capacity Academy2
for local and emerging artists.
Ouseburn
The Ouseburn Valley, less than a mile
from the city centre, is the creative
heart of Newcastle. Set in picturesque
surroundings, Ouseburn is home to
popular live music venues including
The Cluny and Cumberland Arms,
attracting up-and-coming local and
international bands. Past artists include
TheVaccines, Mumford & Sons, Editors
and We Are Scientists.
This 11,000+ capacity venue is in the
top 10 busiest venues in the world,
hosting world-class music and comedy
acts throughout the year. Recent acts
include Alicia Keys, TheWho, Bruno Mars ,
Kasabian and the Stereophonics.
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Newcastle University Students’Union (NUSU)
The Cluny
If you enjoy going to gigs and discovering live bands,
Newcastle will be music to your ears.
From international pop and rock acts performing
at the Arena and O2 Academy , to folk and classical
concerts at the gorgeous Sage Gateshead, our huge
range of venues caters for all tastes.
The Boiler Shop Steamer is a vibrant, monthly event
celebrating all that’s great about music, food, drink,
and art. Festivals throughout the year provide eclectic
aural adventures, such as VAMOS!; SummerTyne
Americana and the International Jazz Festival.
And be sure to check out The Cluny, The Tyne and
The Cumberland Arms for smaller gigs. Perfect for
catching new bands that aren’t quite ready to pack
out the Arena...yet!