A new study has revealed the UK's top 10 indie music venues outside of London, and one of our very own has come up trumps.
But it really comes as no surprise.
It's no doubt that independent music venues are the real backbone of the UK's thriving music scene.
It's thanks to these top class venues that new artists are able to perform and with it, fresh new talent is launched into the mainstream.
But, what independent venues specifically have captured the hearts of the nation?
Well to find out, Betway analysed social media and Google review data to unveil the top ten stand out above the rest.
Coming in at number three is our very own Brudenell Social Club. If you're a lover of anything music related, you'll have heard of this spot.
Originally a Leeds working men’s club, Brudenell has gained legendary status in the indie music scene and is the highest-rated venue in the top five, with a whopping 4.8 stars. Yep, we'll take that.
It also racked up nearly 21,000 Instagram posts and 397 TikTok hashtags.
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A true Leeds landmark loved by artists and spectators alike, we're very lucky indeed to have this grassroots venue in our wonderful city and we'll do all we can so that they can stick around.
Beating Brudenell in the top two spots are SWG3 in Glasgow at number one and The Cavern Club in Liverpool at number two.
Here's the full ranking for the most popular indie music venues in the UK outside of London:
SWG3, Glasgow
The Cavern Club, Liverpool
Brudenell Social Club, Leeds
King Tut's, Glasgow
Band on The Wall, Manchester
The Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow
Rock City, Nottingham
Pop Recs, Sunderland
Future Yard, Birkenhead
Peggy's Skylight, Nottingham
What do we reckon then? Are you happy with our ranking or do you think we deserved to snap up the top spot.
Once thing's for sure, we fancy going to a gig at Brudenell Social Club this weekend. Who fancies it?
You can see what's on at Brudenell Social Club here.
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Conan Gray AND Jacob Alon join Lewis Capaldi’s Roundhay Festival line-up
US pop star Conan Gray and BRIT award winner Jacob Alon join the line-up for Lewis Capaldi's headline date at Roundhay Festival.
Leeds' Roundhay Park is welcoming back live music to its grounds this summer for two outdoor gigs headlined by Lewis Capaldi and Pitbull titled Roundhay Festival, with special guests slowly being announced.
Gray is recognised for standout tracks like 'Heather' and 'Maniac' while Alon has built a cult following of fans around their indie tunes like 'Fairy in a Bottle' as well as 'Liquid Gold 25'.
Jacob Alon has been showing off their artistry within the indie music scene thanks to their 2025 LP In Limerence catching the attention of many in the process.
This album has gone onto attract widespread love from music listeners and even industry professionals bagging themselves their first-ever BRIT award nomination and win - The Critics' Choice award.
Conan Gray AND Jacob Alon join Lewis Capaldi's Roundhay Festival line-up / Credit: Supplied via Press Shots
Conan Gray started out covering other artists hits before creating some of his own and releasing debut studio album Kid Krow back in 2020.
The project has production credits shared between Gray and Dan Nigro, Grammy-winning producer who has worked with Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde and more.
It's always exciting hearing updates like these, but this one is even more impressive as it's not just one stellar act joining the Roundhay Festival line-up but two, with further acts to be announced.
The almost 70,000 crowd who are heading down to Roundhay Festival when Lewis Capaldi makes his way to Leeds next summer are going to be blessed with some phenomenal live music.
This year marks American Express Presents Roundhay Festival first year with two star-studded dates fronted by powerhouse performers with the second show fronted by Pitbull and special guest Kesha.
These events have been organised with Leeds City Council and are expected to bring benefits to the local area by employing local suppliers, staff and boost spending on accommodation, food and entertainment.
Conan Gray and Jacob Alon will play alongside Lewis Capaldi at Roundhay Festival in Leeds on Saturday 4 July 2026 with tickets available HERE.
Turnstile to play their only UK headline show this year at Halifax Piece Hall
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Turnstile will headline the Halifax Piece Hall this summer, their only UK headline show.
The Grammy-winning hardcore group have just announced a very special show at historic venue the Halifax Piece Hall.
As part of the venue's huge summer season, Turnstile will take to the stage on Wednesday 26 August marking a whopping 41 shows at the Piece Hall's calendar so far.
The group pulled huge crowds at Glastonbury festival last year and scooped up two Grammy Awards earlier this month, using their platform to thank fans who "swung in the dark" with them.
Nicky Chance-Thompson MBE DL FRSA, CEO of The Piece Hall Trust, says: “2026 will see Turnstile playing at some of the world’s most iconic festivals and then here in Halifax at UK’s most iconic heritage venue.”
“We always aim to deliver for the full spectrum of music lovers in Calderdale and knowing how passionate our rock and metal community is, this gig will be off the scale – truly unmissable!”
Alongside Turnstile, Halifax Piece Hall will welcome the likes of Hollywood Vampires, Paul Weller, Bowling For Soup, Skunk Anansie, Garbage, Empire of the Sun, Sex Pistols, Mcfly, CMAT and Jimmy Eat World this summer. What a season it's going to be.
Baltimore’s hardcore heroes will head to West Yorkshire to play TK Maxx presents Live at The Piece Hall on Wednesday August 26.
Tickets go on sale this Friday 27 February at 10am, and you can get your tickets here.
Find out more about what's going on at the Halifax Piece Hall this summer here.
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