Independent is Sunderland's dedicated live-music venue and club, at 27-28 Holmeside in the city centre (SR1 3JE). Open since 2006, it's the longest-running nightclub on Wearside and the home of music in the city — built around nurturing young talent and supporting touring bands, and it has hosted the likes of Snow Patrol, Kaiser Chiefs and The Klaxons on the way up. The venue runs two rooms: the 300-capacity Main Room and the 110-capacity Little Room, covering everything from sweaty indie and alternative-rock gigs to club nights. There's a members' app with discounted entry, presale access and perks. A proper indie/alternative grassroots room with a real local pedigree, equally at home with original touring acts and local bills.
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Independent Open Mic
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Last checked 11 Nov 2026.
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Independent is Sunderland's dedicated live-music venue and club, at 27-28 Holmeside in the city centre (SR1 3JE). Open since 2006, it's the longest-running nightclub on Wearside and the home of music in the city — built around nurturing young talent and supporting touring bands, and it has hosted the likes of Snow Patrol, Kaiser Chiefs and The Klaxons on the way up. The venue runs two rooms: the 300-capacity Main Room and the 110-capacity Little Room, covering everything from sweaty indie and alternative-rock gigs to club nights. There's a members' app with discounted entry, presale access and perks. A proper indie/alternative grassroots room with a real local pedigree, equally at home with original touring acts and local bills.
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27-28 Holmeside,
Sunderland SR1 3JE
Sunderland SR1 3JE
The nearest station is Sunderland (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
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27-28 Holmeside, Sunderland SR1 3JE
Address27-28 Holmeside
AreaSunderland
PostcodeSR1 3JE
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The nearest station is Sunderland (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. You'll find Independent in Sunderland; SR1 3JE is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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