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About Colonel Porter's Emporium
Colonel Porter's Emporium is a grassroots music venue in Milburn House, Dean St, Newcastle. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Colonel Porter's Emporium books Covers, Soul, Funk, Pop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Newcastle venue directory.
Colonel Porter's Emporium is a characterful cocktail bar and tavern on the ground floor of Milburn House, Dean Street, in Newcastle's Quayside (NE1 1LF). Named after the brewer co-credited with creating Newcastle Brown Ale, its quirky interior features an indoor botanical garden, atmospheric lighting and table service. Live music and DJs run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with regular open mic nights through the week. An in-house PA supports the line-up; it's a lively grassroots-friendly room for covers and party sets.
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Ground Floor, Milburn House, Dean St, Milburn House, Dean St, Newcastle, NE1 1LF
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Colonel Porter's Emporium books Covers, Soul, Funk, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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