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The Old Blue Last

Shoreditch's Wednesday-night free open mic at 38 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3ES — Vice-owned music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 10-minute slots.

The Old Blue Last — Quick Facts

Shoreditch's Wednesday-night free open mic at 38 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3ES — Vice-owned music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 10-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~150 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Where

The Old Blue Last 38 Great Eastern Street
Shoreditch
London EC2A 3ES

Genres

DJ / Electronic

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Old Blue Last

The Old Blue Last is a grassroots music venue in Shoreditch, London with a standing capacity of approximately 150. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer — so you can travel light.

The Old Blue Last books DJ / Electronic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the London venue directory.

The Old Blue Last stands out in Shoreditch for its vibrant open mic nights and commitment to showcasing original talent alongside covers. With a capacity of around 150, this Vice-owned venue offers a full backline and in-house sound engineer, creating a supportive space for emerging artists. Located at 38 Great Eastern Street, it embodies the eclectic spirit of London's diverse music scene.

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38 Great Eastern Street, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 3ES

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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. In-house sound engineer included. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse London venues and filter by backline.
The Old Blue Last books DJ / Electronic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Old Blue Last has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Old Blue Last hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the London Open Mic Finder.
38 Great Eastern Street, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 3ES. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.
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