The most reliable music venue in Newcastle for new bands and the slightly bigger names that have not quite outgrown a 300-capacity room. Touring acts in folk, indie, post-rock, and Americana cycle through more or less every night of the week. The bar is open through the day for coffee, beer, and decent pub food.
The Cluny 2, a smaller stage upstairs, hosts open mics and lower-profile gigs. Buy tickets in advance for headline acts; weeknight shows often go for under £15.