Dice HQThe Best Independent Live Music Venues in London
To celebrate such live spaces, we thought we’d put together a guide to the best independent live music venues in London
"We're here, where are u?"
For our fall campaign, we asked DICE fans across the globe to take us on a POV tour of the shows that make them feel stuff — from festivals in fields to empowering community club nights — revealing the connection & expression they empower.
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We shared how DICE is proactive and impactful partner on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for the live music industry
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ResourcesHow to choose the right independent music venue
Finding the right music venue for your show takes a lot of work – let’s get into what you’ll need to consider.
ResourcesFinding new fans for The Clapham Grand’s eclectic live events
Since partnering with DICE, the historic venue has made the most of fan insights and our network of promoters
ResourcesBreaking into new cities with live comedy experts Berk’s Nest
After building their reputation in Edinburgh and London, the live comedy production company turned to DICE to help them expand their audience
Dice HQDICE tackles junk fees at the White House
A historic day with President Biden in the fight for fair ticketing practices
Dice HQMeet Namju Yoon, DICE’s Corporate Strategist who DJs by night
The music aficionado on finding the freedom to express himself, the club scene in Amsterdam and bonding with his colleagues through football
ResourcesA new era for Newport Jazz and Folk festivals
Why the historic music festivals made the switch to digital ticketing with DICE
InterviewsPride, protest and purpose
From their most meaningful Pride moments to their hopes for the future, drag artists from around the world share their stories with DICE
InterviewsThe festival footprint
How music festivals are working to minimise their environmental impact and create a more sustainable future
Interviews“I feel like I’m living rather than existing”: how accessibility changes can enhance live events
Two leading disability rights activists share advice for venues on how to create an equitable and inclusive culture for disabled fans
InterviewsGet in the groove: women in amapiano
We caught up with some of the major players in the scene to learn more about how women are pushing the genre forwards
Dice HQMeet Zoé Collins, DICE’s DEI Partner with an X-Factor stamp of approval
One of our friendliest faces muses on creating a culture of openness, her love of jazz, and why she pivoted from consulting
Dice HQMeet Celia Delaney, DICE’s User Researcher who gives a voice to fans
When she’s not gathering feedback, Celia is throwing accessible club nights, discovering new music and experimenting with creative pursuits
ResourcesDiscovering new audiences and selling out intimate shows with Rough Trade
Rough Trade’s in-store events are a thing of legend – but it was time for an updated ticketing system that would bring in new fans
Dice HQUnlocking potential for our employees
How we’re empowering our people through learning and development
InterviewsLevelling the paying field
As fans feel the squeeze of the cost of living crisis, grassroots promoters and venues are finding ways to make sure everyone can keep accessing live music
Dice HQHow our Global Belonging Programme fosters unity at DICE
Reflecting on the global series of events, talks and celebrations of culture we’ve held over the last few months – and how they continue to shape a sense of belonging for DICE’s employees
Dice HQMeet Ife Awosika, DICE’s Head of Music with an eye for the best events
The daytime party ambassador on his impressive trainer collection, his DLT side hustle and how to seal a deal
InterviewsA new door opens: the queer security shake-up
There’s a long-overdue revolution happening in the world of queer event security. We caught up with those leading the charge to find out how they’re making nightlife safer for everyone
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InterviewsHow The Pickle Factory became east London's favourite neighbourhood club
Two of the team members behind The Pickle Factory talk east London, dance music trends and what sets the venue apart
Dice HQMeet Emma Jennings, the DICE Senior Product Designer who got her start hacking Neopets
Talking NFTs, Berlin nightlife and emotional design with the Product team’s resident extrovert.
Dice HQMeet Felipe Conde Sales, DICE’s Head of Mobile Engineering with an eye for design
The motorcyclist, forró dancer and architecture buff shares his story of moving to London from Brazil
ResourcesHow to create a better experience for fans
From programming to branding and community building, here are our key takeaways from DICE’s panel at Paris Electronic Week 2022