Tuesday, 12 May 2009

Alternative Koko in London

You want to “stay a live” for the weekend, so let’s go to Koko!

Koko is one of my favourite music venues because (1) it's beautiful and (2) it's the right size to get maximum band quality with minimum distance.



Covered in thick, red velvet everywhere reminiscent of its theatre days Koko is a great venue for a dramatic gig night. The stage is well situated with a series of rising balconies making it easy even for shorties like me to always be able to see the stage. It has a good sound system and is a great space to create a good atmosphere.



Downstairs is a futuristic glass bar with coloured lights, an interesting contrast with the period bits of the theatre. There are bars on the upper tiers as well. The beverages are a bit pricey, so don't plan on having your big drinking session here. Come for the tunes, or the dancing, or just to admire the room itself.


I can't wait to Koko again!

Neighbourhood: Camden Town
1A Camden High St
Camden Town
London NW1 7JE
0870 432 5527
www.koko.uk.com

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