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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The International Independent Music
The International Independent Music is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Leicester with a standing capacity of approximately 320. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
The International Independent Music books Alternative Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Leicester venue directory.
The International is a proudly independent live-music venue in Leicester, on Garden Street in the city centre, running gigs for over 25 years. The room holds around 320 standing and is a core part of the Midlands grassroots and rock/metal touring circuit — it hosts everything from indie and alternative bands to dedicated metal and punk events such as the Darker Days Festival. A no-frills, band-focused space supporting emerging and established acts alike.
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Garden St, City Centre, Leicester, LE1 3UA
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The International Independent Music books Alternative Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The International Independent Music has a standing capacity of approximately 320, classed as a medium venue. See all Leicester venues for size comparisons.
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Garden St, City Centre, Leicester, LE1 3UA. See the map below for directions. Browse more Leicester venues nearby.
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