Coventry City Centre · Large

hmv Empire

Q: What genres does hmv Empire book?

hmv Empire books Rock, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Q: What is the capacity of hmv Empire?

hmv Empire has a standing capacity of approximately 1100 (600 seated), classed as a large venue. See all Coventry venues for size comparisons.

HMV Empire rock and indie touring venue.

Venue at a glance hmv Empire · Coventry

~1100

Capacity

standinglarge

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

Backline

PA + micsgear

Rock

Books

originals+2 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 June 2026

hmv Empire — Quick Facts

HMV Empire rock and indie touring venue.

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The Details

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Capacity~1100 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

hmv Empire 22 Hertford Street
Coventry City Centre
Coventry CV1 1LF

Genres

Rock Indie Rock Alternative Rock

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About hmv Empire

hmv Empire is a grassroots music venue in Coventry City Centre, Coventry with a standing capacity of approximately 1100. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

hmv Empire books Rock, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Coventry venue directory.

hmv Empire is an independently owned, multi-room live music venue at 22 Hertford Street in the heart of Coventry city centre (CV1 1LF). Built across two stages, it runs a flexible capacity from around 50 up to 1,200 guests — the main stage alone holds roughly 1,100 standing, 600 seated theatre-style or 350 cabaret-style — and is fitted with a state-of-the-art L'Acoustics sound system and a full lighting rig. The programme spans national and international touring acts across rock, indie, alternative, pop and electronic, alongside club nights, comedy, charity functions, corporate events and community activity, making it Coventry's premier mid-size live venue.

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22 Hertford Street, Coventry City Centre, Coventry, CV1 1LF

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What equipment does hmv Empire provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Coventry venues by backline.

What genres does hmv Empire book?

hmv Empire books Rock, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at hmv Empire?

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What is the capacity of hmv Empire?

hmv Empire has a standing capacity of approximately 1100 (600 seated), classed as a large venue. See all Coventry venues for size comparisons.

Does hmv Empire have open mic nights?

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Where is hmv Empire?

22 Hertford Street, Coventry City Centre, Coventry, CV1 1LF. See the map below for directions. Browse more Coventry venues nearby.

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